Travelbiz Trade Updates
Royal Caribbean offers more Island Experiences than ever with Royal Beach Club Lelepa and New 2027-28 Summer Season in Australia

Royal Caribbean offers more Island Experiences than ever with Royal Beach Club Lelepa and New 2027-28 Summer Season in Australia

19th March 2026 at 4:46 pm

March 2026 – Beginning in 2027, Royal Beach Club Lelepa will debut as Royal Caribbean's first exclusive cruise destination in the South Pacific, offering the ultimate beach day for guests sailing from Australia.

Türkiye moves to reassure tourists and travel industry

Türkiye moves to reassure tourists and travel industry

19th March 2026 at 4:12 pm

Tourism chiefs in Türkiye have sought to reassure holidaymakers and the travel industry that tourism is ‘proceeding as normal’ across its globally popular holiday destinations.

Tickets on Sale Today for United’s First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with Elevated Interior Flights

Tickets on Sale Today for United’s First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with Elevated Interior Flights

19th March 2026 at 3:59 pm

Travelers can book seats later today on the airline's most premium aircraft yet, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with Elevated interior featuring the first United Polaris Studio℠ suites, roomier seats, larger seatback screens and Bluetooth connectivity at every seat in every cabin.

MSC Cruises, Emirates and Wide Eyed Tours Honoured at Travel Counsellors Ireland Conference

MSC Cruises, Emirates and Wide Eyed Tours Honoured at Travel Counsellors Ireland Conference

19th March 2026 at 3:33 pm

Leading travel suppliers MSC Cruises, Emirates and Wide Eyed Tours were among the partners recognised at the Travel Counsellors Ireland 2026 Conference, held at Fota Island Resort. The awards, voted for by Travel Counsellors themselves, recognise supplier partners who demonstrate outstanding engagement, collaboration and support.  

MSC Cruises opens sales for MSC Yacht Club on MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra

MSC Cruises opens sales for MSC Yacht Club on MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra

19th March 2026 at 10:19 am

MSC Cruises has opened sales for its award-winning MSC Yacht Club aboard MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra, offering guests the ultimate comfort and privacy while on holiday with keycard-only access to an array of private venues along with 24/7 personalised service.

Turkish Airlines Adds London Stansted as its Third Gateway in London

Turkish Airlines Adds London Stansted as its Third Gateway in London

18th March 2026 at 3:38 pm

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, has added London Stansted Airport to its flight network as its third destination in the UK capital, following London Heathrow and London Gatwick.

Spain – Valencia

Spain – Valencia

18th March 2026 at 2:55 pm

València continues to expand its green spaces in 2026 with several rewilding projects. A disused plot will be transformed into the Jardín Trini Simó, a Mediterranean-style space of over 8,000 square meters that will recreate the traditional Valencian

Visit USA Travel Trade Webinar Series – Postponed Until 27th March

Visit USA Travel Trade Webinar Series – Postponed Until 27th March

18th March 2026 at 12:22 pm

Due to the ongoing disruption to travel in the Middle East and its impact on the trade, we have decided to postpone tomorrow's Visit USA webinar until Friday 27th March at 2pm.

British Airways Expansion Update 2026

British Airways Expansion Update 2026

18th March 2026 at 11:18 am

We’re excited to share some big news from British Airways! The airline has announced a major network expansion for winter 2026, introducing two fantastic new destinations — Melbourne, Australia and Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Aer Lingus sets its sights on the Mediterranean with new Avios-Only flights this summer

Aer Lingus sets its sights on the Mediterranean with new Avios-Only flights this summer

18th March 2026 at 10:26 am

Aer Lingus has announced the Mediterranean island of Malta as the latest destination for its exclusive Avios-Only flights, as the airline opens up sun-soaked getaways for its most loyal customers.