Travelbiz and Travelfinders Announce Dynamic New Partnership with Chalk and Cheese Travels
Don Shearer (MD Travelbiz and Travelfinders) is delighted to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Chalk and Cheese Travels, Ireland’s fastest growing travel media company. Headed up by Paul Micheau, John McGarry and Maria Eduarda Uchoa, the team are taking the travel Industry media space by storm with innovative and highly energized content.
As the calendar turns to 2026, Music City invites visitors to celebrate a year of historic milestones, highly anticipated openings and the expansion of vibrant neighborhoods. From exciting new restaurants and hotels to the two-day celebration of America 250, Nashville
Celebrating the Future Leaders of the Travel Industry
Graduates of the Leadership Excellence in the Travel Industry programme were presented with their qualifications at a graduation ceremony in the Shelbourne Hotel. The programme was developed by Positive2Work Skillnet in association with the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) and travel experts
PATA news – Pacific Asia shines again in Best Travel Lists for 2026
Yamagata Prefecture, Japan - Celebrated for its hot springs, traditional festivals, and scenic beauty. Beijing, China - Noted for its rich history, cultural landmarks, and modern developments. Manila, Philippines - Recognised for its vibrant urban life, historical sites, and culinary scene
Which? Names Istanbul One of Europe’s Best City Escapes
Straddling Asia and Europe along the Bosphorus Strait, İstanbul continues to captivate travellers with its iconic landmarks, rich culinary scene, and inviting accommodation. The city, that welcomed 13.5 million visitors in the first nine months of 2025, has been named among the top five European city breaks
The Etihad Airways international team led by Alpna Matthews (Regional General Manager for the Americas, UK & Ireland), Jeremy Pollack (General Manager UK & Ireland), Jason Kearns (Account Manager-Corporate Ireland) and Shauna Fitzgerald (Account Manager-Leisure Ireland ) hosted a breakfast in the Dylan Hotel.
Visit Qatar to Lead a Delegation of 48 Partners at World Travel Market London 2025
Visit Qatar is set to showcase the best of Qatar’s thriving tourism offering at World Travel Market (WTM) 2025, taking place from 4-6 November 2025 at ExCeL London. Leading a high-profile delegation of 48 partners - including hotels, resorts and destination management companies
Volaris Chooses SabreMosaic for First Travel Marketplace and GDS Integration
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), Mexico’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, and Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced a new multiyear agreement that will make the airline’s content available to users through SabreMosaic™ Travel Marketplace.
Royal Caribbean’s Seventh Oasis Class Vacation Begins Construction
Royal Caribbean’s seventh Oasis Class ship is officially under way. The start of the newest game-changing vacation’s construction was marked at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, with a steel-cutting ceremony.
Worldchoice Conference Charity Raffle for Evans World of Wonder and Oscars Kids
Worldchoice have decided to use our conference mega prize giveaways as a fundraising raffle for Evans World of Wonder & Oscars Kids. This is in honour of Lorraine Quinn’s son Evan who passed away earlier this year. There will be a raffle for trade partners and members on the night.
Ryanair’s New Winter 2025 Routes from Shannon Take Off
Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (Tues, 28 Oct), announced that the first flights of its new Winter 2025 routes from Shannon to Madeira, Madrid, and Lapland (Rovaniemi) took off today. Ryanair will operate each of these exciting new Winter 2025 routes twice per week
Oregon Becomes First State to Earn ‘Accessibility Verified’ Status from Wheel the World
The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, has worked with Wheel the World (WTW) to earn the state of Oregon a landmark designation: the first state to become “Accessibility Verified.” The designation elevates transparency and promotes inclusivity in travel experiences for people with visible and non-visible disabilities.
Situation Update in Thailand – Travel & tourism uninterrupted as Thailand begins a period of national mourning
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) wishes to inform and reassure travel industry partners and travel agents that Thailand remains open and fully operational following the announcement of a national mourning period to honour the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother.
Dublin Airport to accelerate Electric Vehicle charging, water and energy upgrades with €288 million EIB support
Dublin Airport, October 284, 2025. The Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Ioannis Tsakiris, has confirmed a new €288 million long-term loan to daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports, representing a major step towards decarbonising Irish transport infrastructure, as well as improving air quality.
Atlantis Dubai Opens the Lost World Aquarium Redefining Ocean Education Through Technology and Imagination
Combining diverse marine habitats, interactive educational programmes, digital innovation, immersive storytelling and a spectacular mermaid show, the Lost World Aquarium reimagines the traditional marine experience into an engaging journey that raises awareness of ocean conservation for guests of all ages.
Four New Turkish Villages listed among United Nations Best Tourism Villages 2025
Four picturesque villages in Türkiye have been named among the “Best Tourism Villages 2025” by UN Tourism, reinforcing the country’s responsible and community-based tourism approach.
Over 46,000 Passengers Set to Travel through Shannon Airport over October Bank Holiday
Passengers are choosing more treats than tricks this October Bank Holiday with over 46,000 people expected to travel through Shannon Airport, heading to destinations across the UK, Europe, and the US.
