Emirates make the cut! As Official Partner of DP World Tour, Emirates Anita Thomas (Country Manager Ireland) issues a wonderful invitation to 2024 Amgen Irish Open at Royal County Down. Jacinta from Travelbiz meets golfing heroes, world class professionals, famous faces and great travel and media buddies on this exciting day out. Emirates corporate hospitality is legendary and Friday was no exception.
The new USA Discovery Program Competition ends on the 30th of September. Don’t miss the amazing opportunity!
The refreshed USA Discovery Program website hosts over 60 modules to help you become a USA expert! You can now read up on our RoadTrips USA itineraries, watch content on GoUSA TV, access our rights free images and video platform and flick through our Inspiration Guide - all on the new website.
Viva Las Vegas with Tryphavana, Jenny and Ivan in Dublin.
The ever affable Tony Lane and Visit New Hampshire last night hosted a select gathering of travel media to a Whiskey Tasting Workshop. Your Travelbiz reporter, Marian Benton, is delighted to bring you all the news from the evening.
Attraction Ticket Store invite Irish trade partners to register and avail of great deals.
Welcome to www.AttractionTicketStore.com our NEW rebranded Travel Trade Tickets and Tours website, providing a one-stop-shop for USA, Canada and European attraction ticket admissions, city sightseeing, flights and cruises! Register today.
JetBlue Plans to Introduce Airport Lounges as It Expands Premium Offerings and Perks for Loyal Customers
JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced plans for its first-ever airport lounges, opening at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 5 in late 2025 and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Terminal C soon after. The introduction of lounges is a step in the airline’s ‘ JetForward ’ strategy
Plain Sailing for the TPG Galway Agent Appreciation voyage.
Shannon Airport presents amazing prizes at the TPG Galway Agent Appreciation voyage as the airport records it’s busiest August in 15 YEARS!!!! Go Shannon. Congratulations to all our Winners on the Night!!!!
Aer Lingus Announces New Distribution Capability (NDC) connection with Expedia Group
Aer Lingus, the Irish flag carrier airline, has today announced a New Distribution Capability (NDC) partnership with one of the world’s leading travel technology companies, Expedia Group. This collaboration provides enhanced value and convenience for Expedia Group customers seeking seamless connections between North America and Europe.
Norwegian Cruise Line® Unveils Its Next Cutting -Edge Vessel – The All-New Norwegian Luna™
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today unveiled and opened for sale the next evolution of its Prima Plus Class, the all-new Norwegian Luna™.
Marking the Company’s 21st ship in its cutting-edge fleet, Norwegian Luna opened for sale today for guests to choose from a variety of fun-in-the-sun voyages sailing roundtrip from Miami beginning April 4, 2026 through November 2026.
Riviera Travel appoints business development manager for Ireland
Riviera Travel has bolstered its trade support team with the appointment of Ralph Uhlemann as business development manager for Ireland, effective September 30. Ralph will focus on building travel agent relationships and growing awareness of the Riviera brand in Ireland. He will report to Steven Taylor, international sales manager.
Riviera Travel unveils largest-ever river cruise programme for 2026
Riviera Travel has announced its largest-ever river cruise programme will operate in 2026. 133 sailings are on offer, on 13 river ships, taking in destinations across Europe. The season features 13 dedicated solo departures.
Norwegian Cruise Line® Announces The First-Ever Show At Sea Celebrating The Global Icon ‘Prince’ To Premiere Aboard The All-New Norwegian Aqua™ In 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today revealed “Revolution: A Celebration of Prince” and “Elements: The World Expanded” as the two new exclusive entertainment offerings set to debut aboard the Company’s next-generation vessel, Norwegian AquaTM, in April 2025.
Visit New Hampshire host Media partners to a special Whiskey Tasting Workshop
The ever affable Tony Lane and Visit New Hampshire last night hosted a select gathering of travel media to a Whiskey Tasting Workshop. Your Travelbiz reporter, Marian Benton, is delighted to bring you all the news from the evening.
As the holiday season approaches, Philadelphia transforms into a winter wonderland filled with joy and celebration. From twinkling light displays to cozy winter markets, the city is brimming with holiday cheer. Discover the festive fun awaiting in Philadelphia with these holiday activities.
Our own Snow Queen, Aileen Eglington (AE Consulting), brought eager Austrian delegates together to apprise us of the splendour of this stunning and spectacular country. Jacinta from Travelbiz was delighted to join Aileen in Dublin’s Iveagh Garden Hotel. Austria is not all snow and skiing
Aer Lingus unveils enhanced lounge at London Heathrow, with introduction of new food options and private meeting spaces
Aer Lingus, the Irish flag carrier airline, has completed a lounge refresh at London Heathrow, Terminal 2, introducing a range of delicious new food options for customers to enjoy ahead of their flight. With panoramic views of the southern runway, the new look lounge is an inviting space where customers can relax, work or enjoy a bite to eat.
Celebrity Cruises Reveals Exclusive Pre-registration Opportunity for Select 2026 Deployment
Reaching out with news on a first-of-its-kind pre-registration initiative from Celebrity Cruises which allows guests to register their interest on selected 2026 Northern European and Mediterranean itineraries.
From Sunday 30 March 2025, the vibrant city of Pittsburgh in Western Pennsylvania will be even more accessible to holidaymakers from the UK as British Airways’ direct flight from London Heathrow (LHR) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) goes daily. Operating year-round, the flight departs London at 16:40 and lands in Pittsburgh at 20:00 LT in just over eight hours. Return fares in economy start from £507 per person.
CLIA UK & Ireland has revealed its 2025 conference will be held from May 22-24 in Southampton. The conference, the largest annual travel agent event of its kind in Europe and the 17th to take place, will include ship visits, conference sessions, a trade fair and a celebratory sailaway evening event.
The Inflight Wi-Fi Revolution Now Arriving: United Signs Starlink Deal to Provide Industry-Leading Connectivity in the Sky – For Free
United today set a new standard of inflight connectivity by signing the industry's largest agreement of its kind with SpaceX to bring Starlink's fast, reliable Wi-Fi service to the airline's mainline and regional aircraft fleet, for free. United customers will soon enjoy the same high-speed, low-latency internet service in the air that they enjoy on the ground.
Helmut Wölfel Appointed Commercial Director of SunExpress
Helmut Wölfel has been appointed as Commercial Director of SunExpress, effective September 16, 2024. Wölfel, will succeed Peter Glade who after over eight successful years will leave the company at the end of October.
Etihad Airways Up Double-Daily Delight For Summer 2025
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken the wraps off its sensational Summer 2025 schedule, with a double-daily debut on a host of top European destinations. The newly enhanced schedule, now open for booking, offers increased flight frequencies and convenient 2pm departures to many European destinations, further boosting tourism to Abu Dhabi.
