Pittsburgh Named One of National Geographic’s Best of the World 2026
Designation places Pittsburgh among 25 top must-visit destinations for year ahead, according to National Geographic’s global editorial team. For the second year running, Pittsburgh has earned a spot on an elite international travel list-this time, National Geographic’s prestigious Best of the World
Celebrity Cruises celebrates the power of partnership as its ‘#CelebrityLovesAgents’ community hits 10,000 members
Celebrity Cruises has marked a major milestone in its trade engagement journey, with its ‘Celebrity Loves Agents’ Facebook hub surpassing 10,000 members, cementing its place as one of the most active and fast-growing trade communities in the cruise industry.
Worldchoice Ireland Awards 2025 – Celebrating Excellence in Travel!
"We are a family". An incredible evening recognising outstanding performance, innovation, and partnership in the Worldchoice Travel Trade Community.
“We have the one thing AI doesn’t have – EI, Emotional Intelligence” – Blaithin O’Donnell, Air Canada, Quote of the Day
Happy 50th to Paul Manning (Hertz Ireland). The Worldchoice Conference 2025 delivered insights, energy, and exceptional engagement throughout the day!
Worldchoice Conference 2025 – Future Horizons “Growth and Opportunities”
The 2025 Worldchoice Ireland Conference officially luanched last Saturday morning at the stunning Johnstown Estate, where Carolanne O’Neill, Commercial Manager Worldchoice Ireland, welcomed a packed audience of trade partners and members.
VIVA Cruises appoints Stephen Sands as Consultant to accelerate growth in Ireland
European river cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, has announced the appointment of Stephen Sands as Consultant, reinforcing the company’s ongoing commitment to the Irish market and its valued trade partners across the UK and Ireland.
New in Nashville 2026
As the calendar turns to 2026, Music City invites visitors to celebrate a year of historic milestones, highly anticipated openings and the expansion of vibrant neighborhoods. From exciting new restaurants and hotels to the two-day celebration of America 250, Nashville
Travelbiz and Travelfinders Announce Dynamic New Partnership with Chalk and Cheese Travels
Don Shearer (MD Travelbiz and Travelfinders) is delighted to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Chalk and Cheese Travels, Ireland’s fastest growing travel media company. Headed up by Paul Micheau, John McGarry and Maria Eduarda Uchoa, the team are taking the travel Industry media space by storm with innovative and highly energized content.
Celebrating the Future Leaders of the Travel Industry
Graduates of the Leadership Excellence in the Travel Industry programme were presented with their qualifications at a graduation ceremony in the Shelbourne Hotel. The programme was developed by Positive2Work Skillnet in association with the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) and travel experts
PATA news – Pacific Asia shines again in Best Travel Lists for 2026
Yamagata Prefecture, Japan - Celebrated for its hot springs, traditional festivals, and scenic beauty. Beijing, China - Noted for its rich history, cultural landmarks, and modern developments. Manila, Philippines - Recognised for its vibrant urban life, historical sites, and culinary scene