TC Travel Market 2023
24th July 2023 at 11:30 am For us, it’s all about the relationships with our Trade Partners. At our 2023 conference we chatted with some well-known people in the Irish Travel Trade, to find out from their perspective, what it’s like to work with our community; we recorded some videos that we think you will enjoy, and we’d like to thank all those that took part.
Suzanne Rowe – MSC Cruises
24th July 2023 at 11:30 am Suzanne Rowe, Head of Sales Ireland at MSC Cruises is passionate about the brand she represents and she’s become a hugely important and positive member of the travel industry since she joined in early 2019. Suzanne chatted with Gold Travel Counsellor Sinead Lonergan and Business Development Manager, Bernie Whelan from the Cork Office about sharing knowledge and expertise on all things cruise. She also talks about how important it is to build strong relationships.
Travel Counsellors announce 2024 Conference!
24th July 2023 at 11:30 am The Travel Counsellors Conference is a big event in the Irish Travel Industry and the team in Cork have just announced the dates and venue for 2024 and are asking their Trade Business Partners to save the date.
The conference is returning to Lyrath Hotel in Kilkenny on Thursday and Friday 11th & 12th April 2024.
Tara Magee of British Airways Rocks Nashville!
24th July 2023 at 11:30 am Tara Magee, like many of our trade partners, understands that to sell a destination, first-hand experience can be invaluable. So, in May she headed to Nashville with 6 Travel Counsellors and Caitriona from American Airlines. 3 of them flew with British Airways to experience the product, while the other 3 enjoyed the transatlantic services of American Airlines. The group of 8 had an amazing time in music city and naturally sales have soared since then. Once they returned, the six Travel Counsellors set up a webinar to share their experiences with the rest of the 80 strong TC community here in Ireland.
TIGS Summer Sizzler and BBQ – 21 July 2023 Castleknock
23rd July 2023 at 7:39 pm TIGS Summer Sizzler Golf & BBQ Outing (a bit of a misnomer in the current weather) was held at Castleknock Golf Club on Friday, generously sponsored by Dave Smith from TUI who also provided a very welcome drink (and respite from the rain) on the 9th.
How a technology partnership boosted the next generation of global tourism employment
21st July 2023 at 12:00 pm The Global Travel and Tourism Partnership (GTTP), together with their global technology partners, Equator Global and Travel Uni, have dramatically grown their global reach and ability to deliver learning and education over the past 4 years.
NCL Announces extensive enhancements to Norwegian Joy
21st July 2023 at 6:53 am Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, announced that Norwegian Joy will undergo enhancements in January 2024 to elevate the onboard guest experience with popular offerings, including a new Thermal Suite in the Mandara Spa and Salon, expanded Vibe Beach Club, 64 new staterooms, redesigned Three-Bedroom The Haven Premier Owner’s Suites and more.
An Elevated Experience – Royal Caribbean Launches Brand New Sales Tool
21st July 2023 at 6:18 am Royal Caribbean International has announced a new tool designed to make selling the ultimate family holiday even easier – for both experienced and new agents.
Dubbed ‘My Royal Genie’, the innovative system enables trade partners to create custom digital brochures for their customers with inspirational videos and tailored content.
Finnair celebrates 75 years of flying to the Dutch capital
20th July 2023 at 10:01 am Finnair is celebrating 75 years of flying from its home hub in Helsinki to the Dutch capital of Amsterdam.
Having launched flights on 20 July 1948, customers have been able to travel directly between Amsterdam Schiphol and Finland for three quarters of a century.
Princess Cruises announces biggest-ever trade engagement programme
20th July 2023 at 8:13 am Princess Cruises is set to host a record number of travel agents onboard its ships sailing Southampton this year, with more than 2,000 UK & Ireland agents expected to participate in the line's 2023 trade engagement programme. This record-breaking initiative provides agents with invaluable first-hand experience, solidifies their understanding of Princess, and enables them to promote the brand with confidence.