Travel Centres has just published the programme for this year’s 20th anniversary conference and reveals that 192 delegates have confirmed for this year’s event, including 47 exhibitors across 14 categories for the speed-dating sessions on the Saturday afternoon.
Trade partners celebrate at the Northern Ireland Travel Trade News Travel & Tourism Awards 2025
Travelbiz was there — and what a fantastic night it was as guests of Tara Magee (Commercial Manager Ireland), Gillian Wickers, and Benjamin Bacquot from British Airways.
Loads of chocolate Lollies and a chance to WIN 2 signature class tickets! The Air Canada Sales Blitz continues and Blaithin and Bernadette have been around the country distributing their famous chocolate lollies and thanking the agents of Ireland for their custom this year.
Croatia Airlines and Croatian National Tourist Board event
H.E. Mr Davor Vidis, Croatian Ambassador to Ireland was joined by Bisera Fabrio (Director Croatian National Tourist Office), Robertina Majstrovic (Area Manager Croatia Airlines) and Antea Burazin (Dalmatia County) at an event in the Irish Georgian Society premises on Dublin’s South William Street
Sports Entertainment Tours Announces Exclusive Access for Luke Combs at Slane Castle Ireland
John Boyde, Managing Director of Sports Entertainment Tours, is excited to announce an exclusive hospitality partnership with Slane Castle for the Luke Combs – My Kinda Saturday Night Tour on Saturday, 18 July 2026 at Slane Castle as part of his worldwide tour.
Celebrity Cruises Unveils Expansive Entertainment Lineup Aboard New Celebrity Xcel
Get ready for endless entertainment on Celebrity Xcel, as Celebrity Cruises’ most expansive offering ever sets sail. With unforgettable new shows in The Theatre, immersive new dance parties, interactive activities, live music and unexpected surprises throughout the day, guests will find entertainment options to match every mood.
Irish hotelier takes on 250km challenge, retracing path of his late wife
This month, well known hotelier Niall Rochford of Ashford Castle, will embark on a 12 day, 250km walk from Cork to Cong, Co. Mayo, to raise vital funds and awareness for pancreatic cancer.
Dunluce Lodge named ‘Newcomer of the Year’ at prestigious Georgina Campbell Awards
Dunluce Lodge’s opening year celebrations are continuing after the five-star luxury hotel recently won Newcomer of the Year at the prestigious Georgina Campbell Food & Hospitality Awards 2025.
Spring Hotels appoint Don Clarke as Key Account Manager for Ireland
Spring Hotels, widely regarded as the most authentic hotel group in Tenerife, has appointed Don Clarke as a Key Account Manager for Ireland. The move comes as part of a wider growth strategy following Spring’s acquisition of the Mare Nostrum group, which doubled its portfolio and significantly expanded its footprint across the island.
Sabre unveils AI-native classless pricing engine for airlines
Sabre Shatters Industry Norms with First AI-Native, Classless Revenue Engine for Airlines, Reshaping Airline Economics and Closing a Decades-Old Industry Gap. Continuous Revenue Optimiser harnesses AI-powered innovation to help airlines unlock up to 3.5 per cent more revenue
Sports Entertainment Tours Announces Exclusive Access for Luke Combs at Slane Castle Ireland
John Boyde, Managing Director of Sports Entertainment Tours, is excited to announce an exclusive hospitality partnership with Slane Castle for the Luke Combs – My Kinda Saturday Night Tour on Saturday, 18 July 2026 at Slane Castle as part of his worldwide tour.
Take off with Shannon Bear: Snap, Share & Win Flights to New York
Shannon Airport is celebrating the launch of its newest travel companion, Shannon Bear, with an exciting competition offering passengers the chance to win return flights to New York.
No ‘ruffing’ it with Stena Line – Ferry company increases the number of pet cabins on Belfast to Liverpool route
In response to a surge in pet owners travelling with their four-legged friends on Stena Line’s Belfast to Liverpool route, the ferry company has more than doubled the numbers of pet cabins onboard, adding a deluxe pet cabin option.
Winter in Dublin Returns with Its Most Dazzling Line-Up Yet
This year Dublin has been recognised as a 2025 IFEA World Festival & Event City by the International Festivals & Events Association - an honour that celebrates the capital’s vibrant cultural calendar, and the economic impact of its events.
Visit Buffalo Launches New Multimillion-Dollar Campaign and Brand Initiative
Visit Buffalo today unveiled a multimillion-dollar tourism brand and marketing campaign aimed at reshaping the city’s image, expanding the local tourism economy, attracting new visitors from across the country and encouraging more media coverage from the press.
The island of Ireland was promoted by Tourism Ireland to thousands of Italian travel professionals attending this year’s TTG Travel Experience in Rimini. Nine companies from Ireland joined Tourism Ireland at TTG Travel Experience – Italy’s main B2B travel show, which was attended by influential tour operators, travel agents and leading Italian travel journalists and bloggers.
Princess Cruises Unveils 2027/2028 West Coast Season Featuring Mexico, Hawaii & California Coast
Princess Cruises announced its 2027-2028 West Coast season, offering travellers a collection of warm-weather escapes during the cooler months. From September 2027 through April 2028, eight Princess ships will sail 69 departures across 15 unique itineraries
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has opened registration for next year's CLIA Conference, which will take place from June 4-6 in Southampton.
Travelbiz joined Spain to celebrate its National Day on October 10th in the Ballroom of Riu Plaza The Gresham Hotel on Dublin’s O’Connell Street. Celebrated with the usual Spanish flair and verve, the event was hugely attended and the atmosphere in the room was electric.
