Travelbiz Trade Updates
TPG Cork Agent Appreciation Event brings a knockout crowd

TPG Cork Agent Appreciation Event brings a knockout crowd

14th June 2026 at 9:25 am

TPG – Travel Partners Group, together with Shannon Airport & Emirates, held their largest ever event in Cork last night at Bocelli Italian restaurant. The restaurant was taken over with an amazing turnout of 75 individuals from the travel trade.

Selective Travel Management retains Irish Government Framework Tender

Selective Travel Management retains Irish Government Framework Tender

14th June 2026 at 9:14 am

WTC owned Selective Travel Management has been re-awarded the Travel Contract for the Irish Government Framework, following a tender exercise. Selective are 1 of 2 agents re-appointed on the Irish framework and 1 of 3 on the equivalent and much larger U.K. Government Commercial Agency contract.

The Bedford Townhouse Wins Prestigious Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Award 2026 for Best Hotel/Venue

The Bedford Townhouse Wins Prestigious Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Award 2026 for Best Hotel/Venue

14th June 2026 at 9:05 am

The Bedford Townhouse is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Best Employer Award 2026 for the Best Hotel/Venue category. The national award was presented on June 10, 2026, at the Awards Ceremony in the Raddison Blu Royal Hotel Dublin

Visit Malta Hosts Key Trade Partners in Dublin as Irish Demand Continues to Soar

Visit Malta Hosts Key Trade Partners in Dublin as Irish Demand Continues to Soar

11th June 2026 at 6:02 pm

Tolene van der Merwe, Director UK & Ireland at the Malta Tourism Authority, was joined by Mariel Sacco, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Malta, and Sharon Plunkett of Plunkett PR to host a special dinner for key travel industry executives and travel media at the Ely Wine Bar in Dublin.

Turkish Airlines Wins 2026 APEX Best Food & Beverage in Europe Award for the Fifth Time

Turkish Airlines Wins 2026 APEX Best Food & Beverage in Europe Award for the Fifth Time

11th June 2026 at 3:34 pm

Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, received the Best Food & Beverage in Europe award as part of the 2026 APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) Best Airline Awards.

Etihad Airways Sales Communications – Complimentary Abu Dhabi Stopover

Etihad Airways Sales Communications – Complimentary Abu Dhabi Stopover

11th June 2026 at 2:31 pm

Abu Dhabi offers a diverse range of attractions, from world-class cultural landmarks to modern entertainment and leisure options. Etihad Airways now makes it easier for travellers to experience the city with our exclusive Stopover Programme, available to trade partners in Ireland.

Invite – Dublin Halloween Horror Nights Event

Invite – Dublin Halloween Horror Nights Event

11th June 2026 at 11:54 am

Ahead of the return of the world’s premier Halloween event, Halloween Horror Nights, celebrating its 35th year this August at Universal Orlando Resort and this September at Universal Studios Hollywood, we’re inviting you to summon new nightmares at a special event in Dublin on 20th July.

TTM+ 2026 opens in Pattaya advancing sustainable and wellness-led tourism

TTM+ 2026 opens in Pattaya advancing sustainable and wellness-led tourism

11th June 2026 at 11:46 am

Thailand’s largest travel trade event connects global buyers and Thai sellers through “Healing is the New Luxury” with responsible tourism, wellness and sustainability at its core.
Don Shearer reports from the Nice Pattaya Convention and Exhibition Centre in Chon Buri.

Yes Insurance Launches Exclusive Car Hire Excess Insurance Add-On for Travel Insurance Policies for the Irish Travel Trade

Yes Insurance Launches Exclusive Car Hire Excess Insurance Add-On for Travel Insurance Policies for the Irish Travel Trade

11th June 2026 at 11:06 am

Yes Insurance has announced the launch of an exclusive Car Hire Excess Insurance offering for Irish travel agents, helping customers avoid unexpected and often costly charges when hiring a car abroad.

Royal Caribbean Officially Welcomes Legend of the Seas to the Revolutionary Icon Class

Royal Caribbean Officially Welcomes Legend of the Seas to the Revolutionary Icon Class

11th June 2026 at 7:49 am

Royal Caribbean has officially welcomed Legend of the Seas to the family, continuing the evolution of the Icon Class lineup designed to deliver the best family vacation experiences. After nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland