ITAA Conference – ‘Leading Teams and Selling Dreams’
22nd December 2022 at 12:00 pm The very impressive Hotel Fuerte El Rompido in the gorgeous little fisherman’s village of El Rompido, in the Province of Huelva, was the location for this year’s annual ITAA conference in October 2022. The theme for ITAA members and trade partners was ‘Leading Teams and Selling Dreams’ and no better location to commence that journey as delegates arrived to soak up Huelva sunshine and sample some amazing sea food, local vino and incredible hospitality.
Portugal Removes Requirement for Negative Test for Arrivals
22nd December 2022 at 12:00 pm As the world started the process of lifting restrictions, every week saw an alleviation of regulations and the news from one of very favourite destinations, Portugal, was a real sign of a return to normality.
Passengers who enter Portugal with an EU Digital Covid Certificate will now no longer be required to present a negative Covid-19 test on arrival. From today, they are only required to present the Passenger Locator Form and a valid EU Digital Covid Certificate, or other proof of vaccination recognised by Portugal, to gain entry.
New Malta route from Shannon Airport launched in March 2022
22nd December 2022 at 12:00 pm The new Ryanair route, which will fly directly from Shannon Airport to Malta, was launched on Sunday 27th March. The route is the first ever scheduled Ryanair service to Malta from Shannon Airport. It will operate twice weekly, each Thursday and Sunday, until the 27th October 2022.
Speaking ahead of the launch of the inaugural flight, Mary Considine (CEO Shannon Group) said, “We are delighted to launch Shannon Airport’s first ever scheduled Ryanair service to Malta and know this will be an exciting new destination for holidaymakers from the west of the country. With its warm climate, breath-taking landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage sites, Malta will undoubtedly be a very popular destination this summer for sun seekers and those who want to experience its culture”.
Great Royal News from The Travel Suppliers Network!
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm Royal Caribbean Cruise to join the Travel Suppliers Network and new dates announced for 2023 Roadshows.
Craig Donnelly (Accident and General) has confirmed a new addition to the TSN line up for 2023 – and it’s an exciting one: “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Royal Caribbean to The Travel Suppliers Network for 2023! An instantly recognisable and top tier supplier with a superb team who are sure to mix things up for our events next year. We can’t wait to get started”.
Travelbiz Celebrates Picasso
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm #spain #spanishtourismoffice #visitspain #malaga #holidaysinspain #malagacity #costadelsol #travelbiz #traveltradetogether
Jacinta from Travelbiz joined Ruben Lopez and his super team at the Spanish Tourism Office Dublin in a wonderful evening of culture in the Iveagh Garden Hotel on November 29th. In collaboration with Malaga City ably represented by Ana Maria Molina (Malaga City Tourism Board), the Spanish Tourism Office pulled out all the stops to celebrate the life and works of one of their major artists, Pablo Picasso.
TravelbizTV – Simply Robbie
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm We will remember all the good times, the smiles, Robbie's inquisitive mischief, fun and very rare gift to make time for all he touched in his short but incredibly impactful life.
On behalf of all here at Travelbiz, our readers, followers, and subscribers, our thoughts and prayers are with Emma, Holly and Robyn. Rest in peace my friend.
TRAVELBIZ DIRECTORY ARRIVES THIS WEEK!!!!
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm Celebrating 21 years on the desks of the Travel Industry. See you all very soon!!!
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The Original and the Best is back in all its Glory and is on its way!!!
In 2023 we celebrate 21 years publishing our award-winning travel industry desktop publication. The past two years forced limited publications but now we are back!!!!
TravelbizTV – Malta Training Video
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm Having first visited the Maltese archipelago sixteen years ago, Peter Green – Trade Trainer for Visit Malta in the UK & Ireland has seen a dramatic shift in the touristic product that the islands have to offer.
Valencia Region Present to the Trade
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm Jacinta from Travelbiz attended a wonderful presentation on the many delights of the Region of Valencia in association with the Spanish Tourism Office in Dublin, in collaboration with the Confederation of Hospitality (CONHOSTUR) and the Council of Chambers of the Valencia region. Having had the pleasure and privilege of visiting Valencia myself, I was thrilled to experience again the amazing products and wines on offer in this beautiful destination. The always pro-active Spanish Tourism Office in Dublin headed up by the pure positivity of Director Ruben Lopez and ably assisted by his excellent team (Kathryn, Sara, Borja and Bertha), organised this event through Bizex with Maria Hourican at the helm.
Travel Suppliers Network Grand Prize Draw!!! Friday 09th December!!!!
8th December 2022 at 12:00 pm Don’t miss it! Did you attend a Travel Suppliers Network Roadshow in 2022?
Tune into our Travelbiz Facebook page this Friday the 09th of December as The Travel Suppliers Network Grand Prize Draw will be taking place!!! Craig Donnelly and all the TSN elves will be here to announce the winner of this amazing prize sponsored by Sunway, Nebo Tours and all at The Travel Suppliers Network.