Travelbiz Trade Updates
Princess Cruises and Frescobaldi Uncork a Taste of Tuscany 

Princess Cruises and Frescobaldi Uncork a Taste of Tuscany 

10th April 2025 at 8:45 am

Known for its beloved recipes of Italian cuisine, fresh pasta, and outstanding wines, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, the signature specialty restaurant of Princess Cruises, has unveiled a notable new collaboration with the renowned Frescobaldi family, Italy’s legendary Tuscan winemakers. 

Explora Journeys Launches Explora Club: A Loyalty Programme designed to elevate every journey

Explora Journeys Launches Explora Club: A Loyalty Programme designed to elevate every journey

10th April 2025 at 8:38 am

Explora Club offers a seamless and intuitive, five-level structure – Classic, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond – with each level unveiling a curated collection of benefits, from priority access and bespoke events to personalised gifts and exclusive savings.

Discover Marrakesh with Aer Lingus: A VIP Journey to Morocco

Discover Marrakesh with Aer Lingus: A VIP Journey to Morocco

10th April 2025 at 7:22 am

Aer Lingus and the Moroccan Tourist Office recently teamed up to host an unforgettable VIP experience for a select group of key trade partners.

Malta sets new records for inbound tourism in the first two months of 2025

Malta sets new records for inbound tourism in the first two months of 2025

9th April 2025 at 10:31 am

The Malta Tourism Authority is proud to announce exceptional performance in inbound tourism for the first two months of the year overall. Official statistics released by the National Statistics Office reveal record-breaking figures, highlighting Malta's growing appeal as a premier travel destination.

Aer Lingus’ New Nashville Route Hits All the Right Notes as Younger Generation Joins the Country Culture Craze

Aer Lingus’ New Nashville Route Hits All the Right Notes as Younger Generation Joins the Country Culture Craze

9th April 2025 at 10:05 am

Aer Lingus’ new flight to Nashville will take to the skies on April 12th as new research from the airline shows a surge in the appeal of country music culture across all generations.
A survey* of more than 1,000 adults in Ireland shows that 71% of adults in Ireland describe themselves as country music fans.

New York City comes to Dublin

New York City comes to Dublin

8th April 2025 at 12:16 pm

New York, New York. So good they named it twice. The Belle of NYC herself, Tryphavana Cross, hosted a networking event in the Westbury Hotel, located in the heart of Dublin’s fair city on April 7th. Jacinta from Travelbiz was there to support our NYC partners with Don Shearer.

Carnival in Jamaica 2025: Experience a Celebration of Energy, Culture and Unity

Carnival in Jamaica 2025: Experience a Celebration of Energy, Culture and Unity

8th April 2025 at 11:45 am

Jamaica is set to ignite the Caribbean with its most vibrant and anticipated event of the year – Carnival in Jamaica 2025. With celebrations taking place across April, this month-long event promises an unforgettable experience, blending rich cultural heritage with electrifying entertainment.

Orient Express La Minerva, the First Orient Express Hotel in the worldWorld, is now open in Rome

Orient Express La Minerva, the First Orient Express Hotel in the worldWorld, is now open in Rome

8th April 2025 at 10:56 am

Orient Express proudly announces that Orient Express La Minerva, its first hotel in Rome, is now open. Anchored in history and emblematic of a refined approach to travel, Orient Express La Minerva embodies a new vision of hospitality defined by the depth of experience.

Riviera Travel Expands Operations in Ireland with Search for a New Country Manager

Riviera Travel Expands Operations in Ireland with Search for a New Country Manager

7th April 2025 at 4:41 pm

Riviera Travel, the UK's leading river cruise operator, is intensifying its focus on the Irish market. It plans to recruit a Country Manager to uptick sales in Ireland. The move marks a significant step in the company's expansion strategy, as it aims to mirror the success achieved in the UK and strengthen its presence within the Irish travel industry.

One quarter of travel operators yet to implement AI

One quarter of travel operators yet to implement AI

7th April 2025 at 9:50 am

Registration for the TravelTech Show is now open and ahead of the event taking place at the end of June, new data reveals that once again, AI is set to dominate travel operators’ technology budgets for the year ahead. Key findings from the survey highlighted