Travelbiz Trade Updates
Cork Airport announce New Route

Cork Airport announce New Route

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Cork Airport is pleased to announce that Aer Lingus Regional will commence a new, six-times weekly service to Bristol, UK.
The service, which will commence on 28 April and will be operated by Emerald Airlines on behalf of Aer Lingus Regional, will provide direct connectivity between the South of Ireland and South West UK.
Bristol, a vibrant city with an eclectic mix of culture, history, and entertainment provides superb access to Somerset, Wiltshire, Devon, Cornwall, and the wider South West of England.

MSC Flipping Pancakes with the trade

MSC Flipping Pancakes with the trade

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Celebrating Pancake Tuesday with the trade last week, Alana and Erica from team MSC Ireland, made their way to retail partners sharing the delights of what the guys sampled onboard MSC Virtuosa at Jean Philippe Creperie. Not too sure if Erica’s and Alana’s efforts resembled the Jean Philippe Creperie but they certainly tasted great.

Turkish Airlines Bowling is back! Strike

Turkish Airlines Bowling is back! Strike

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Dublin 15 March 2023 6:30pm. Leisureplex Charlestown.
Turkish Airlines Bowling 2023! The bowling tournament which was first held in 2012 for the purpose of bringing our esteemed trade partners together is back.
Turkish Airlines Bowling Tournament 2023 reminder! Don’t miss it!!!

100 years of the Hollywood Sign

100 years of the Hollywood Sign

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Fly direct from Dublin to Los Angeles with Aer Lingus.
Los Angeles Tourism is thrilled to commemorate the centennial anniversary of the city’s most prolific and globally recognized symbol – The Hollywood Sign. The iconic letters have stood as an American landmark for 100 years, perched atop the Santa Monica Mountains overlooking the City of Angels.

Hundreds of Jobs on Offer at Dublin Airport Jobs Fair This Weekend.

Hundreds of Jobs on Offer at Dublin Airport Jobs Fair This Weekend.

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Hundreds of great jobs will be on offer this weekend when Dublin Airport operator daa holds a two-day jobs fair for prospective candidates.
The Jobs Fair will take place at the Radisson Hotel, Dublin Airport on Friday 3 March (2pm-5pm) and Saturday 4 March (10am-1pm).
The free-to-attend daa Jobs Fair will provide attendees with an opportunity to explore the many exciting and varied roles that are on offer at Dublin Airport.

Travel Supplier Network Dundalk Roadshow New Date announced

Travel Supplier Network Dundalk Roadshow New Date announced

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Craig Donnelly and the TSN Team have moved their Dundalk Roadshow to the 17th of May in recognition of International Women’s Day and associated trade events earmarked for the day.
Please note new date in your Travelbiz Diary and save the graphic with all dates and venues.

Shannon Airport is first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle.

Shannon Airport is first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle.

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Shannon Airport has become the first Irish airport to take delivery of an electric Medical Response Vehicle. The vehicle, called ‘Rescue 14’, replaces its diesel-powered model and will be used for emergency medical responses that may arise at the airport. Rescue 14 is designed and built to similar specifications as the National Ambulance Service vehicles and is fully equipped with a defibrillator, stretcher, medication bag, oxygen masks and more.

Inaugural visit by Minister Jack Chambers to Shannon Airport

Inaugural visit by Minister Jack Chambers to Shannon Airport

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

The Shannon Airport Group welcomed Minister Jack Chambers TD to Shannon Airport, in what was his inaugural visit as Minister of State for the Department of Transport.
The Minister, who was met by Conal Henry (Chair Shannon Airport Group) and Mary Considine (Group CEO) was briefed on the facilities and operations at the airport and activities across the broader Shannon Campus, which he visited prior to his arrival at the airport.

Estonia Celebrates 105 years of Independence

Estonia Celebrates 105 years of Independence

2nd March 2023 at 3:30 pm

Jacinta (Travelbiz) attended the joyous celebration of Estonia marking the occasion of the 105th anniversary of the country becoming a republic. Estonia’s Ambassador to Ireland, Her Excellency Mrs Kairi Kunka, hosted a reception in the Hibernian Club on Dublin’s St Stephen’s Green on February 23rd. H.E. Mrs Kunka spoke passionately of Estonia’s support and solidarity with near neighbour, Ukraine, and it is perhaps no coincidence that the vicious and immoral war in Ukraine is marked one full year this week.
Both the independence of Estonia and tragedy of Ukraine’s ongoing struggle was not lost on anyone. H.E. Mrs Kunka also thanked Ireland for valued empathy and support.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Studios Hollywood Is Officially Open, So Let’s-a go!

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Studios Hollywood Is Officially Open, So Let’s-a go!

20th February 2023 at 12:00 pm

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ is now open at Universal Studios Hollywood, and it is ‘game on’ as enthusiastic guests enter the giant green pipe into the Mushroom Kingdom to experience the highly immersive and interactive land to become an integral part of Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach’s exhilarating universe.
On hand to help officiate the grand opening were Shigeru Miyamoto (Representative Director and Fellow, Nintendo Co. Ltd.) and Scott Strobl (Executive Vice President & General Manager,Universal Studios Hollywood) who were joined by Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach and throngs of very exuberant fans and guests.