Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, has announced the appointment of Trish O’Leary as Sales & Account Manager for Ireland. In this role, O’Leary will support Irish travel agencies in adopting advanced solutions to optimise their operations and efficiently access multi-source content and capabilities.
Stuba, the award-winning trade only accommodation specialist, has achieved record-breaking results during the peak January booking period. January 2025 saw an overall growth of 15.15% compared to 2024, with 31st January marking Stuba’s best day ever in the UK, exactly one year after its previous record-breaking day in 2024, but with an impressive 7% increase.
Air Canada has increased its Dublin-Vancouver flights for summer 2025.
Great news. Air Canada has increased its Dublin-Vancouver flights for summer 2025. In addition to the already announced extension of the summer season to May-October inclusive they will now be operating Dublin-Vancouver 5 times a week instead of 3 for Jun-Sept inclusive! May and October will remain on 3 flights a week.
American Holidays announces Exclusive Trade FAM In Conjunction with Air Canada and Destination British Columbia
American Holidays are teaming up with Air Canada and Destination BC offering the trade the chance to win a place on an exclusive fam to British Columbia.
Shannon Airport welcomes Ryanair Summer ‘25 schedule launch – with new Madeira service and increased frequencies
Shannon Airport has today welcomed Ryanair’s announcement of a new Madeira service and increased frequencies on eight popular services to/from Shannon this summer including Alicante, Edinburgh, Faro, Kaunas, Krakow, Malaga, Porto, and Reus.
daa January Passenger Numbers for Dublin and Cork airports
daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports, has released its first monthly passenger numbers for 2025, which show Cork Airport remains on trend as the fastest growing airport in Ireland with 7% more passengers in January versus the same month last year.
Turkish Airlines Opens New Lounge at Tokyo Narita Airport
Turkish Airlines has today opened its largest overseas lounge at Narita International Airport in Tokyo. Opening a seventh lounge outside of Türkiye means that the airline, which flies to more countries than any other carrier, is providing its world-renowned hospitality and service excellence to more travellers globally.
Explora Journeys announces new itineraries for winter 2026/27
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, reveals its highly anticipated winter 2026-2027 itineraries. This new season of itineraries spans some of the world’s most captivating regions, inviting guests to experience the extraordinary aboard EXPLORA I, EXPLORA II, and EXPLORA III, where a unique blend of ultra-elegance and discovery await.
DTH Travel Taps into Slow Travel Trend with Exclusive New Vintage Train Journey
Leading Asia DMC, DTH Travel, is excited to announce the introduction of an exclusive new product: The Blue Jasmine, a 9-day luxury train journey through Thailand aboard a historic, one-of-a-kind vintage train.
Game on! Aer Lingus and Pittsburgh Steelers to kick off four-year partnership
Aer Lingus today announces plans for a new four-year partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers, one of America’s most storied and successful football teams. This agreement comes as the Pittsburgh Steelers are set to play a regular season NFL game in Ireland later this year.
Dublin Airport's focus on improving standards for passengers is continuing with the opening of the revamped “The Liffey Lounge”. Located between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, the stunning Liffey Lounge replaces the former T2 Lounge and offers an ideal pre-flight retreat for passengers departing from both terminals at Dublin Airport.
Amadeus River Cruises has launched the first half of its 2026 European programme featuring 17 itineraries in 13 countries on 14 luxury river ships including the new AMADEUS Aurea. The 2026 itineraries, which are on sale now, range from five to 16 days including a new Rhine Concert Cruise featuring Dutch violinist and conductor, André Rieu.
Aer Lingus unveils transatlantic enhancements with new inflight benefits taking off
Aer Lingus is elevating its transatlantic travel experience with exciting new onboard enhancements for all customers. Customers in Business Class can now enjoy a refreshed menu and elevated amenity kits.
Blue Insurance Launches 27/7 Travel GP Service for the Irish Travel Trade
Blue Insurance is delighted to unveil its latest innovation: the 24/7 Travel GP Service, now included with our exclusive travel insurance product. This cutting-edge offering provides travellers with anytime, anywhere access to professional medical consultations by phone or online, ensuring peace of mind and exceptional support throughout their journeys.
Free And Low-Cost Family Activities In New York City This Spring
New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, is spotlighting free and affordable activities for families to enjoy in the five boroughs this spring.
Hastings Hotels scores hat trick at International Awards of Excellence
Northern Ireland hotel group, Hastings Hotels, scored a hat trick at the CIE Tours International Awards of Excellence, held in Christchurch Cathedral in Dublin last week (January 29).
Celebrity Cruises® Erases The Line Between Ship And Shore With ‘The Bazaar,’ Debuting On Celebrity Xcel®
A transformational experience awaits on Celebrity Xcel. Introducing The Bazaar, a brand-new multi-level, multi-sensory space unlike anything else at sea. The new experience will be an epicentre of excitement on board and will introduce authentic experiences that extend guests’ time “on shore” to enjoy destinations in an unconventional way.
Crystal Announces First Half Of 2027 Voyages & Itineraries
Following the launch of the 2027 World Cruise, Crystal, the leader in exceptional cruise experiences, has now unveiled the complete first half of its 2027 itineraries aboard Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony.
