Irish Industry Shines
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Holiday World Dublin opened its doors to the trade and public last weekend and our Industry celebrated in style at the Irish Travel Industry awards. Last week’s activity at Holiday world and the reconnection, celebration and support achieved at the Irish Travel Industry Awards confirms that we are all back on track and 2023 looks like it’s going to be a record breaking year for all in our sector.
ITIA Awards Winners
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Emma Smart accepted the award for her late and much-loved Husband Robbie on the night for our ‘On the Road Hero’ which will always carry Robbie’s name. A fantastic tribute and very special way to remember Robbie.
Cassidy Travel was crowned ITAA Travel Agency of the Year 2023 with over ten employees, whilst Travel Escapes was named as the ITAA Travel Agency of the Year 2023 with under ten employees. Another big win was for Club Travel who won ITAA Corporate Travel Agency of the Year.
Travelbiz at the South Africa Tourism media lunch
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Declan Mescall (Features Editor Travelbiz.ie) reports from the South Africa Tourism lunch.
South African Ambassador to Ireland H.E. Ms J.Yolisa Maya presided over a media lunch hosted by Rachel Lewis of South African Tourism. Samantha Cuthbert and Gina Scott Barber (SAT) also attended. Ambassador Maya welcomed guests and encouraged everyone to enjoy all that South Africa offers Irish visitors. Rachel Lewis stated that Ireland is one of the best performing countries for visitors to SA and has almost reached pre-pandemic levels already, way ahead of many other markets, which proves Ireland’s love of this very popular long-haul destination.
A gala Performance. Cinderella went to the ball with Prince Charming.
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm The long awaited 2023 ITIA Awards evening took place in the iconic Mansion House on 26 January where the night exploded with excitement. The travel industry was ready to party! The atmosphere was electric and the mood euphoric. Glittering table settings, romantic candlelight and shimmering chandeliers set the scene for a night to remember. Pat Dawson (ITAA CEO) and the tireless Jean and Lorraine, Kathryn and Laura (Limelight Communications), Eoghan Corry (marvellous MC for the evening) and Paul Hackett (ITAA President) all played their part to ensure a fantastic night of revelry for the travel agents, tour operators, airlines, cruise specialists and suppliers who jammed the room. Holiday World, where Maria, Shane, Maureen and Edmund and Paulette bring the world to our doorstep, was starting the following morning but did not deter travel personnel from having a wonderful evening. Love for travel was in the air and it was good to be back!
United Airlines love their 2023 Travelbiz Diary
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Don popped into to see Martina and Massimo from United Airlines with their 2023 Travelbiz Diaries. Great to see the crew and love the developing Scottish accents. Lots planned for 2023 so stay tuned to Travelbiz for all the Buzz from United Airlines.
There is a very limited stock of Diaries remaining. You can order by emailing diary@travelbiz.ie with your full name and postal code today.
Greek National Tourist Office Trade & Media Dinner
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Greece is the word with features editor Declan Mescall.
On the occasion of the Greek National Tourist Office (GNTO) exhibiting at the Dublin Holiday World Show, Eleni Skarveli (Director GNTO UK & Ireland) hosted a sumptuous dinner on Friday 27th January for key Irish travel trade and travel media at Bang Restaurant in Dublin City Centre. The invited Irish trade and media, including Declan Mescall (Features Editor Travelbiz), were joined by GNTO partners and destinations from the regions of Crete, Thessaloniki Crete, Halkidiki, and Central Macedonia . Everyone was treated to a wonderful meal by Bang’s Greek chef. 2023 sees Greece with its largest delegation at the Holiday World Show.
More To Explore in Malta in 2023!
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Don Shearer (Travelbiz) caught up with Tolene van der Merwe (Director Malta Tourism Ireland & UK) at Holiday world last weekend. Ireland continues to go from strength to strength with direct flights from Dublin and Shannon and passenger numbers will exceed pre covid targets for 2023! Tolene had a very clear message for the trade in Ireland.
“Whatever you’re looking for in a holiday, a trip to the Maltese Islands is an unmissable experience for any type of traveller. With so much to see and do, whether you’re a history buff, a night owl, a thrill seeker, or simply a rambler wishing to be amazed by natural splendour, the list of things to do in Malta is endless”.
Just a three and a half hour flight away, you can fly directly to Malta from Dublin or Shannon Airport with Ryanair. You can also book your holiday through a tour operator such as Sunway Travel, Budget Travel and Cassidy Travel along with any Travel agent in Ireland.
Columbia here we come
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm Jacinta (Travelbiz) was privileged to join her Excellency Sra Patricia Cortes, Colombia’s Ambassador to Ireland, for lunch at her splendid residence in Dublin recently. Her beautiful home is a fitting venue to display the wonders and delights that Colombia offers the lucky visitor. A lunch of local delicacies (think empanadas and torta tres leches) in fun company and learning interesting facts about the country, showed true Colombian hospitality.
Dispel any previous notions you might have about Colombia because the country can stand with the best in terms of biodiversity, incredible ecosystem and awesome nature. Colombia claims two great oceans - Atlantic and Pacific - and showcases beaches, vertiginous mountain peaks, Amazonian jungle territory, rainforests, mangroves, desert area, heritage sites, amazing history and architecture.
Greg and Julie at The Holiday World Show
3rd February 2023 at 1:40 pm The Greg Evans Consultancy Limited also trading as GEC TR represents Philadelphia CVB, The Countryside of Philadelphia, Atlantic city and New Jersey in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Greg Evans and Julie Greenhill Horan were exhibiting at Holiday World Dublin last weekend representing all brands for the trade and consumer days. We took time out to catch a few snaps with the guys and trade partners. Greg was sporting the Philadelphia Eagles jersey who will now play in the Superbowl following their great win against the SFO 49ers. Let's go!! #discoverphilly Discover Philadelphia
Pre-Register for The Holiday World Show 2023 Media & Trade Morning
26th January 2023 at 12:00 pm The Holiday World Show Dublin 2023 Media & Trade Morning is taking place from 09.30am to 12.30pm on Friday 27th January in the RDS Simmonscourt. This year’s show will see some 1,000 travel experts from 50 countries on hand to provide expert advice and the opportunity to discuss the 2023 season with members of the travel media and travel trade.