Irish Aviation Authority Completes Autumn 2025 Licensing Round for Travel Agents and Tour Operators
The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) issues licences to travel agents and tour operators twice a year. The first round of licences is issued on 1st May (the Spring round) and the second round of licences is issued on 1st November (the Autumn round).
Atlas Ocean Voyages announces new 2027/2028 Polar Expeditions to Antarctica
Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in yacht expedition cruising, announces Polar Expeditions to Antarctica beginning October 2027 through March 2028 are now available for bookings. Featuring 23 expedition departures, including six special Holiday voyages
Yasmin Mckechnie appointed as Princess Cruises’ Sales Director UK and Europe
Princess Cruises has announced the appointment of Yasmin Mckechnie as the new sales director for Princess Cruises UK & Europe, effective from 1 December 2025.
The Results Are In: MICHELIN Adds 26 Boston Restaurants to its Guide
The dining scene in Greater Boston has always been on the map, with chefs and restaurateurs who bring both global perspective and neighborhood pride to every plate. Now, with MICHELIN recognition, Boston’s culinary identity shines on an international stage.
Winter Wanderlust: Airbnb Unveils Ireland’s Top Travel Trends and Destinations This Season
Airbnb today reveals this year’s winter travel trends, highlighting how Irish guests are embracing shared experiences and choosing group trips during the festive season.
GTI Travel Battlefields Tour of Flanders & The Somme
GTI Travel, established by Derek Keogh in 2003, is one of Ireland’s foremost group travel specialists and promotes life long learning through travel, operating and selling exclusively to the Irish market.
Etihad expands widebody fleet with 32 new Airbus aircraft, arriving from 2027
Etihad Airways today announced a major expansion of its widebody fleet with 32 additional Airbus aircraft, further accelerating the airline’s growth and reinforcing its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing full-service carriers.
Week of Italian Cuisine in the World
H.E. Mr. Nicola Faganello, Ambassador of Italy to Ireland opened the tenth edition of the “Week of Italian Cuisine in the World”, organised by the Italian Irish Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Italian Embassy in Ireland
Best4Travel expands with acquisition of Just Split Travel Group
Best4Travel, one of Ireland’s largest Irish-owned travel companies, is delighted to announce the acquisition of the Just Split Travel Group. Established in 2005 and owned and managed by the highly respected Jim Vaughan, Just Split has grown to five well-known branches
Cosmos Tours launches in Ireland through the Travel Trade
Globus family of brands is pleased to announce the launch of Cosmos Tours and Globus Journeys in the Irish market through the travel trade. This launch follows the highly successful introduction of Avalon Waterways (also part of the Globus family of brands) in the Irish market in 2024.