New Aer Lingus flights this year shows Malta to be hugely popular with Irish visitors in first half of 2025!
Malta is certainly proving to be a very popular destination with Irish visitors in 2025. Thanks to the new Aer Lingus flights there has been a significant increase in visitors to Malta from Ireland in the first six months of 2025 according to the latest figures from the Malta Tourism Authority.
Held in Dublin’s Dakota on South William Street on August 21st, the Association of Women Travel Executives held their end of summer party. Not quite ‘Last of the Summer Wine’, but the ladies and a couple of very welcome gentlemen enjoyed a lovely evening of networking, camaraderie and craic!
Saudi Tourism Authority UK & Ireland Roadshow 2025
Experience the magic and modern spirit of Saudi Arabia at our three-city Roadshow Reception, hosted by the Saudi Tourism Authority.
Join us in London, Manchester, or Dublin to discover exciting new experiences and enjoy an evening of Arabian hospitality.
Teams and fans have touched down in Dublin for the Aer Lingus College Football Classic!
College Football fever has officially landed in Dublin as thousands of fans, players, band members and cheer teams have begun arriving for the 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic. This year’s showdown will showcase one of college football’s most fierce rivalries
Royal Caribbean introduces Star Of The Seas, the Ultimate Family Vacation
With a godmother from the stars and a ship ready to shine, Royal Caribbean celebrated the family vacation of a lifetime, Star of the Seas, with an iconic naming celebration* in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida.
Tourism Ireland leverages College Football opener to score big in the United States
This Saturday (23 August), the Aviva Stadium will host Kansas State University’s ‘Wildcats’ and Iowa State University’s ‘Cyclones’ for the opening fixture of the 2025 US College Football season. Over 24,000 international visitors – including up to 22,000 Americans – are expected to travel here for the game.
Travel Counsellors Announce Onboarding Dates as Demand for Flexible Careers Grows
Travel Counsellors Ireland, the premium leisure and corporate travel specialists, has announced its next onboarding dates for new business owners: 1 October, 4 November and 2 December 2025. The training combines online learning with in-person sessions at Travel Counsellors’ HQ in Mahon, Cork.
Celebrity River Cruises to open deposits for inaugural 2027 sailings on September 3
Be among the first to experience Celebrity River Cruises, as Priority Booking Access opens at 14:00 BST (09:00 EDT) on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Guests who place a fully refundable £400/€450 deposit will receive early access to book a 2027 sailing ahead of the general public
NYC Broadway Week 2-For-1 Tickets on Sale Today for 24 Broadway Shows
New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, today launched NYC Broadway Week 2-for-1 tickets at nyctourism.com/broadwayweek featuring 24 shows
Record Agent Demand Sparks Wendy Wu Tours’ Biggest-Ever India & Central Asia Collection
With bucket-list enquiries surging to record levels and agents reporting the strongest demand in over a decade, Wendy Wu Tours has unveiled its biggest-ever India & Central Asia 2026/27 portfolio. The expanded collection introduces three blockbuster tours — Southern India & Sri Lanka, Best of Mongolia, and Beyond the Brahmaputra
Touchdown! Dublin Welcomes Over 24,000 International Fans for Aer Lingus College Football Classic Game Week
City-wide events and activations set to celebrate the clash between Kansas State University and Iowa State University as the 2025 College Football season kicks off in Ireland. The energy is palpable across the capital as Dublin officially enters game week for the 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic.
oneworld Alliance renews PRISM partnership with Sabre
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced the renewal of a longterm partnership with oneworld®, one of the world’s largest global airline alliances, through PRISM™, Sabre’s cloud-based corporate travel data and analytics platform
Shannon Airport Celebrates Detector Dog Brody Ahead of International Dog Day
Ever wonder who's working behind the scenes to keep Ireland’s airports safe without ever saying a word? In the lead up to International Dog Day on August 26th, Shannon Airport is unleashing praise for one of its most dedicated – and adorable – working partners. Meet Brody, a two-year-old “sprocker” (springer spaniel crossed with cocker spaniel)
Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas: Commission for Travel Agents
Hot on the heels of welcoming the first guests to the highly anticipated Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean is delighted to share a new Bonus Commission offer for travel partners. Until 19th September 2025, travel agents will receive €40 bonus commission per stateroom booked across all Royal Caribbean sailings and ships.
Did Someone say Christmas – Your Chance to Win an AmaWaterways Festive River Cruise
We know it’s still summer, but schools are back shortly and we’re feeling festive! Our very merry festive river cruise offers are here and they’re brimming with seasonal sparkle, exclusive savings, and an irresistible incentive for you. We’ve collated everything you need to promote these magical sailings to your client
Trafalgar joins CLIA ahead of 2026 river cruise debut
Trafalgar has joined Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland as a river cruise operator member, marking a significant step in the brand’s expansion into river cruising. Membership will give Trafalgar access to CLIA’s extensive UK and Ireland trade network
Atlantis Dubai appoints Dean Walsh as new Executive Director of Sales
Atlantis Dubai is pleased to announce the promotion of Dean Walsh as Executive Director of Sales. In his new role, Dean will lead the global leisure market growth for both Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal.
