Avalon Waterways/ Cosmos/Globus trade lunch in Dublin
Following on from their trade parter lunch in Cork, the team of Lesley Taylor (MD Avalon Waterways/ Cosmos / Globus) and Jayne Lambert (Key Account Manager) were joined by their GSA in Ireland Alan and Jo-Ann Sparling from ASM in hosting their top agents
VIVA Cruises & Sunway Strengthen Their Commitment to the Irish Travel Trade!
Travelbiz river cruise partner Ita Hendrick recently joined the teams from Sunway and VIVA Cruises for an informative trade update and networking lunch at The Whiskey Bar, Lennon's Yard.
Fly direct from Dublin Airport to Barcelona with Vueling Airlines, with up to 11 flights per week
Few destinations offer the perfect mix quite like Barcelona. Sunshine, world-class food, breathtaking architecture, and a vibrant Mediterranean atmosphere all come together in one unforgettable city.
Dublin Airport ready to connect the world with the World Cup during June
While Ireland may not be taking to the pitch at this summer’s FIFA World Cup in North America, Dublin Airport will still have a key role to play in the tournament, connecting thousands of football supporters from across the UK and Europe with the biggest sporting event on the planet.
Impact of the Middle East conflict on travel booking patterns in Pacific Asia
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), UK & Ireland is reporting positive signs for the Pacific Asia travel sector following a new poll of its travel agent members examining the impact of the Middle East conflict on travel booking patterns.
Chicago is home to one of the nation’s most vibrant and historic LGBTQ+ communities, with neighbourhoods across the city celebrating queer culture through year-round festivals, nightlife, and community events. As the birthplace of the first recognised U.S. gay rights organisation in 1924
Cleveland – The summer destination with a soundtrack
Cleveland is turning up the volume in 2026. Set on the shore of Lake Erie, Ohio’s most surprising city is a fantastic open-air music destination. With waterfront concerts, neighbourhood festivals, world-famous music heritage and vast outdoor spaces, Cleveland promises to be one easy-to-explore summer escape for music lovers.
Explora Journeys Completes Successful Sea Trials for Explora III
EXPLORA III has successfully completed her sea trials in the Mediterranean, representing another important milestone in the continued expansion of Explora Journeys’ ultra-elegant fleet. The successful sea trials validated the ship’s technical and operational performance ahead of her summer debut
Bedsonline are hosting a free webinar to agents Fri, Jun 5, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM. Join Suzie and the Bedsonline Ireland sales team to discover how you can unlock additional margin this year through Bedsonline’s ancillary product range.
Etihad Airways Sales Communications – New destinations, same exceptional chauffeur service
We are pleased to introduce the next phase of Etihad Global Chauffeur’s expansion. The service will be extended to the additional stations listed below for new bookings made on or after 1 June 2026.
Interview with Gerard Nolan – Vice President & Managing Director, EMEA at Royal Caribbean Group
We’re in a good place and looking forward to launching and showcasing Legend of the Seas - that’s our big news for Europe this year. So it is all on track. It is an exciting time because if you take the last two Icon class ships that we’ve launched they’ve gone pretty much straight to the Caribbean
More France. More Ways: With New 2027 itineraries, Avalon is bringing Fance into Fuller View
Avalon Waterways is expanding its France portfolio in 2027 with new itineraries designed to connect the country’s most iconic regions – and the experiences that bring them to life.
90 years of flying: Aer Lingus’ oldest aircraft takes to the skies again
Aer Lingus is marking 90 years of flying as it unveils its newly-restored Iolar aircraft. EI-ABI, known as Iolar (Irish for eagle), is a rare de Havilland DH.84 Dragon, which dates back to 1936. The aircraft will today fly from Dublin to Bristol, recreating Aer Lingus’ inaugural flight of 27 May 1936
Belfast Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann 2026 Accommodation Guide
Belfast will take centre stage when it hosts Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann from August 2-9, with the city transforming into a vibrant and immersive carnival of sound, culture and craic over the week. Compact and easy to get around, just 2 hours from Dublin and with up to 15 hourly trains travelling daily from Dublin and stopping in Newry and Portadown, Belfast is an ideal host city for the Fleadh.
Bridge to Ireland: New Aer Lingus route from Dublin to Pittsburgh takes off
Aer Lingus is celebrating the launch of its first flight from Dublin Airport to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania today. This new service will operate four times per week and builds on the airline’s partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers, one of the most storied football franchises in the US.
TAP Air Portugal launched its new route yesterday, connecting Lisbon to the island of Santa Maria in the Azores, with the first of two weekly flights, which operate on Thursdays and Sundays.
Countryside of Philadelphia Appoints GECTR to Lead UK and Ireland PR Strategy
The Countryside of Philadelphia has appointed GECTR as its new public relations agency to drive destination awareness and grow visitation from the UK and Ireland. The appointment marks a strategic step in strengthening Countryside of Philadelphia’s profile in two of its most important international markets.
