Travelbiz Trade Updates
Aer Lingus Announces New Distribution Capability (NDC) connection with Expedia Group

Aer Lingus Announces New Distribution Capability (NDC) connection with Expedia Group

19th September 2024 at 5:39 pm

Aer Lingus, the Irish flag carrier airline, has today announced a New Distribution Capability (NDC) partnership with one of the world’s leading travel technology companies, Expedia Group. This collaboration provides enhanced value and convenience for Expedia Group customers seeking seamless connections between North America and Europe.

Norwegian Cruise Line® Unveils Its Next Cutting -Edge Vessel – The All-New Norwegian Luna™

Norwegian Cruise Line® Unveils Its Next Cutting -Edge Vessel – The All-New Norwegian Luna™

19th September 2024 at 5:29 pm

Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today unveiled and opened for sale the next evolution of its Prima Plus Class, the all-new Norwegian Luna™.
Marking the Company’s 21st ship in its cutting-edge fleet, Norwegian Luna opened for sale today for guests to choose from a variety of fun-in-the-sun voyages sailing roundtrip from Miami beginning April 4, 2026 through November 2026.

JetBlue Plans to Introduce Airport Lounges as It Expands Premium Offerings and Perks for Loyal Customers

JetBlue Plans to Introduce Airport Lounges as It Expands Premium Offerings and Perks for Loyal Customers

19th September 2024 at 5:14 pm

JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced plans for its first-ever airport lounges, opening at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 5 in late 2025 and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Terminal C soon after. The introduction of lounges is a step in the airline’s ‘ JetForward ’ strategy

Incredible India: Etihad Airways Celebrates Two Decades Of Connecting India To Abu Dhabi And Beyond

Incredible India: Etihad Airways Celebrates Two Decades Of Connecting India To Abu Dhabi And Beyond

19th September 2024 at 5:01 pm

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating 20 years of flying to India this month. Etihad launched flights to the commercial capital of India, Mumbai, on the 26 September 2004, quickly followed by New Delhi on 1 December 2004.

Caribtours Trade appreciation Dinner and presentation

Caribtours Trade appreciation Dinner and presentation

19th September 2024 at 4:00 pm

Don Shearer (Travelbiz) joined invited trade and media partners in Dublin’s Stylish brasserie, The Ivy, for a celebration of Award-winning tour operator Caribtours launch of their dedicated brochure of handpicked hotels and itineraries.

Riviera Travel appoints business development manager for Ireland

Riviera Travel appoints business development manager for Ireland

19th September 2024 at 10:52 am

Riviera Travel has bolstered its trade support team with the appointment of Ralph Uhlemann as business development manager for Ireland, effective September 30. Ralph will focus on building travel agent relationships and growing awareness of the Riviera brand in Ireland. He will report to Steven Taylor, international sales manager.

Riviera Travel unveils largest-ever river cruise programme for 2026

Riviera Travel unveils largest-ever river cruise programme for 2026

19th September 2024 at 10:46 am

Riviera Travel has announced its largest-ever river cruise programme will operate in 2026. 133 sailings are on offer, on 13 river ships, taking in destinations across Europe. The season features 13 dedicated solo departures.

Up to €1.400pp off ALL NCL Cruises! Book Today👀

Up to €1.400pp off ALL NCL Cruises! Book Today👀

18th September 2024 at 12:00 pm

Up to €1.400pp off ALL NCL Cruises! Book Today👀

Norwegian Cruise Line® Announces The First-Ever Show At Sea Celebrating The Global Icon ‘Prince’ To Premiere Aboard The All-New Norwegian Aqua™ In 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line® Announces The First-Ever Show At Sea Celebrating The Global Icon ‘Prince’ To Premiere Aboard The All-New Norwegian Aqua™ In 2025

18th September 2024 at 9:40 am

Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today revealed “Revolution: A Celebration of Prince” and “Elements: The World Expanded” as the two new exclusive entertainment offerings set to debut aboard the Company’s next-generation vessel, Norwegian AquaTM, in April 2025.

Viva Las Vegas with Tryphavana, Jenny and Ivan in Dublin.

Viva Las Vegas with Tryphavana, Jenny and Ivan in Dublin.

18th September 2024 at 8:57 am

The ever affable Tony Lane and Visit New Hampshire last night hosted a select gathering of travel media to a Whiskey Tasting Workshop. Your Travelbiz reporter, Marian Benton, is delighted to bring you all the news from the evening.