On December 11th Jacinta from Travelbiz attended the annual Christmas lunch organised by Star Alliance and generously sponsored by Shannon Airport and Dublin Airport.
PATA UK & Ireland’s Christmas Charity Lunch Raises £36,400
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) UK & Ireland, in partnership with TravelUni, welcomed members and their guests to their annual Christmas charity lunch, this year supporting The Salvation Army.
Turkish Airlines Launches Flights to Phnom Penh, the Capital of Cambodia
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has taken a step further to strengthen its global reach by launching flights to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, in line with its strategic goals.
Aer Lingus launches five new European routes for summer 2026 and a brand-new transatlantic route to Pittsburgh
Aer Lingus is expanding its European and transatlantic network with six brand-new routes launching next year. Taking off in time for summer 2026, the airline will commence five short-haul services from Dublin and Cork
Best4Travel has announced the acquisition of Skytours, the long-established travel agency based on Talbot Street, Dublin. The deal marks a significant expansion for Best4Travel, increasing its retail footprint to 13 outlets across Ireland as the company accelerates its growth strategy heading into 2026 and beyond
Set in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta is a warm and inviting year‑round destination where vibrant culture, rich history, and breathtaking coastline come together. Compact, safe, and easy to explore, the islands invite you
The Music City Way Returns for Fifth Consecutive Year Experience Nashville’s Culinary Scene During the Month of February with Collaborative Chef Experiences, Specialty Items and Offers
The Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp announced today that Dine Nashville: The Music City Way will return for the fifth consecutive year. The month-long celebration of the city’s diverse food scene will showcase Nashville chefs, bakers, distillers, and more through Collaborative Chef Experiences and Specialty Items and Offers
Riviera Travel’s ‘Primed for Peaks’ e-learning platform empowers Irish agents to conquer peak season
Riviera Travel is launching its new ‘Primed for Peaks’ module on Riviera Explorer, going live Thursday 11th December. Designed to ensure agents are as equipped as possible to sell Riviera
Dublin Airport ready to welcome record 1.8m passengers this Christmas
Dublin Airport is looking forward to its busiest ever Christmas this year with around 1.8 million passengers set to pass through the airport's terminals over the busy festive period.
Celebrity Cruises rewards top agents with exclusive sailing + biggest ever consumer sale
Affectionately known as The Big One, the premium cruise line’s latest Celebrity Moments campaign is making dreams come true for 200 agents across EMEA who will win a coveted place on a three-night sailing from Lisbon to Southampton on the award-winning Celebrity Apex.
Spring Hotels Launches Educational Video Series: At Home with Anna Marie and Noéline
Spring Hotels Group has launched a new educational video series, At Home with Anna Marie and Noéline, which has received a warm welcome from travel agents. The series features agency support team members Anna Marie Lacey and Noéline Lagache, who step behind the camera to offer a realistic, “through your own eyes” tour
Enjoying celebrations to mark the 3rd Birthday of The Travel Suite, Jacinta from Travelbiz joined Lorraine Quinn (Managing Director) and Mary Mc Kenna (CEO) in their stunning office in Milltown.
Explora Journeys X Hilton Luxury Ocean Travel Partnership
Today, Explora Journeys – the privately owned and ultra elegant ocean travel brand of the MSC Group – and Hilton announce an exclusive collaboration. As part of this exciting new travel offering, Hilton debuts Hilton Honors Adventures
Closing date for 2026 Irish Travel Industry Awards
The closing date to enter the ITAA Member Awards, at the Irish Travel Industry Awards in association with MSC Cruises, has been extended to Thursday 11th December. These Member Awards highlight the contribution of ITAA Travel Agents to the Irish travel industry.
Holiday World Show partners with charity Oscar’s Kids’
Holiday World Show 2026 has partnered with Evan’s World of Wonder Fund as part of charity Oscar’s Kids, a charity that provides supports for children and their families navigating a childhood cancer diagnosis.
LA Welcomes the Beautiful Game: World Cup 2026 Matches Announced Following Final Draw
The Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee will welcome the U.S. Men’s National Team for its opening match vs Paraguay on June 12, 2026, along with Belgium, Iran, New Zealand, Switzerland, and European Play-Off A and C winners, for their group stage matches in Los Angeles.
Algarve Wins Unprecedented Title of World’s Leading Beach Destination for the Fourth Time
The Algarve has been voted World’s Leading Beach Destination 2025 at the World Travel Awards, securing the title for the fourth time and setting an unprecedented record. With this victory, the region becomes the only beach destination in the world to be
Brand USA launches America the Beautiful Game Trip Planning Hub to Inspire 2026 World Cup Travelers, Connecting Them to Experiences Across the U.S.
With the world’s largest single-sport event set to return to the United States for the first time in over three decades, Brand USA today announced the launch of America the Beautiful Game, a dynamic new trip planning hub designed to guide football fans as they explore the United States before, during, and after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Riviera Travel Marks Exceptional Year in Ireland with 115% Growth and Expanded Departures from Ireland
Riviera Travel has reported an outstanding 115 percent year-on-year increase in passenger numbers in Ireland 30 November 2024 to 30 November 2025. The results underline the company's rapid growth in the region and Ireland’s increasing importance
