Consultation on Passenger Advisory Group published
19th September 2025 at 4:06 pm The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is consulting on the Passenger Advisory Group (PAG) and how we can increase our focus on the needs of passengers when we make regulatory decisions that affect passengers travelling in Ireland.
CLIA unveils 2026 conference dates and schedule
19th September 2025 at 4:01 pm Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced its 2026 conference will be held from June 4-6 in Southampton. The conference, the largest annual travel agent event of its kind in Europe and the 18th to take place, will include ship visits, conference sessions, a trade fair and a celebratory sailaway evening party.
CARIBTOURS Hosts Luxury Trade Event in Cork
19th September 2025 at 3:52 pm CARIBTOURS, represented by Alan and Jo-Ann from ASM-Ireland, hosted its inaugural luxury agent event in Cork at Hayfield Manor Hotel last night. The evening began with welcome cocktails in The Bloom Courtyard Bar, followed by dinner in The Boole Suite.
MTA, Team Blue Lagoon & Mizzi Studio launch proposals for ecological rehabilitation and improved visitor experience at the Blue Lagoon
19th September 2025 at 10:37 am Blue Lagoon Rehabilitation - balancing nature and experience is a holistic proposal for the long-term sustainability of Comino’s Blue Lagoon - combining ecological restoration with the repurposing of degraded areas to form site-sensitive facilities aimed at improving safety, accessibility and overall visitor experience.
Passenger joy as liquid rules eased at Dublin Airport
18th September 2025 at 5:00 pm From midnight tonight, passengers at Dublin Airport won’t need to take liquids, gels, or electronics out of their hand luggage at security in either terminal anymore. The old 100ml or less liquid rule is being relaxed too, with departing passengers permitted to carry up to 2 litres in their hand luggage, while liquids and gels no longer need to be packed into clear plastic bags.
The Direct Connect Disconnect: Sabre Separates Fact from Fiction
18th September 2025 at 2:29 pm Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, today issued a reality check on the noise surrounding direct airline connections in corporate travel. While some carriers make bypassing intermediaries – or “cutting out the aggregator” – sound appealing, new analysis shows those promises can prove illusory.
Stena Line welcomes Stena Futura onto Belfast-Heysham route
18th September 2025 at 12:13 pm Stena Line has welcomed the first of its new hybrid freight ferries to Belfast Harbour. The multimillion-pound purpose-built Stena Futura will go into service on the freight-only Belfast to Heysham route on 22 September.
Autumn Flyers: Are You Protected? National survey shows 45% don’t know their rights
18th September 2025 at 10:47 am Millions of Irish passengers prepare to take to the skies this autumn, the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is urging travellers to familiarise themselves with their air passenger rights in the event of flight delays, cancellations, or overbookings.
AmaWaterways Expands European Orderbook with Eight New Ships
18th September 2025 at 8:22 am AmaWaterways, the largest cruise line dedicated exclusively to river cruising, today announced plans to expand its European orderbook with eight new ships scheduled for delivery by 2030. With these additions, the company’s global fleet will grow to more than 40 vessels – doubling its vessel count since 2020.
The Shannon Airport Group Welcomes Aer Lingus’ Expanded Service to Boston for Summer ‘26
17th September 2025 at 2:15 pm The Shannon Airport Group warmly welcomes the announcement today by Aer Lingus of an expanded schedule for its Shannon to Boston service in Summer 2026. The airline will operate three additional flights per week from mid-May to 20th August, significantly boosting transatlantic connectivity from the West of Ireland.