ITAA Annual Conference taking place in the sun-kissed Center of Portugal
30th September 2025 at 7:07 pm The Irish Travel Agents Association Annual Conference is taking place this week in the captivating Center of Portugal. The theme for this year’s conference is ITAA - Our People Our Future based on the core value of people remaining at the heart of travel agent’s work.
CLIA RiverView 2026 on sale tomorrow
30th September 2025 at 6:47 pm Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has confirmed its 2026 RiverView conference, taking place in Amsterdam from March 8-10, is on sale from tomorrow (October 1, 2026) at 2pm.
Star Princess Godparents Revealed
30th September 2025 at 6:35 pm Princess Cruises revealed that Camila and Matthew McConaughey will serve as godparents of the new Star Princess, carrying forward a tradition that has included cultural icons such as Princess Diana, Audrey Hepburn, and Sophia Loren.
Key August month shows mixed performance of tourism sector
29th September 2025 at 4:20 pm The Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) today publishes its latest monthly dashboard which captures CSO and business data for the key tourism month of August. International visitor numbers for the month were up 1% on the same period last year although expenditure was down 9%
A Ticket to Ride from Belfast to Liverpool with Stena Line
29th September 2025 at 4:12 pm Thanks to Stena Line, enjoying a short break in the home of The Beatles, The Royal Albert Dock, Anfield, The Cavern Club and Everton’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium has never been easier.
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a fantastic shopping experience at Liverpool One, embrace a festival on Hope Street, or surround yourself with an intricate blend of culture, history and vibrant city life, there is no shortage of unforgettable experiences to be had.
United Launches CBPs International Remote Baggage Screening on Select International Flights
29th September 2025 at 3:48 pm United today announced the launch of a new U.S. Customs and Borders Protection (CBP) initiative, the International Remote Baggage Screening (IRBS), for connecting passengers with checked bags that eliminates re-checking bags on select international routes, making the connecting experience even easier and reducing potential missed connections.
The Discover Travel & Emirates Thailand FAM of a Lifetime
29th September 2025 at 11:57 am From unforgettable elephant encounters in the jungle 🐘 to luxury stays at La Flora Khao Lak and Ramada Plaza Bangkok Riverside, finishing with the magical Banyan Tree Apsara dinner cruise, our Magnificent 7 winners have been soaking up every last moment of magical Thailand with Emirates & Discover Travel as this dream FAM draws to a close.
A Travelbiz day with an Astronaut
29th September 2025 at 10:37 am Don Shearer (Travelbiz & Travelfinders) joined Graham Hennessy (Dosomethingdifferent) and Philip Britton (Kennedy Space Centre) in John Cassidy Travel Dundrum for a truly out-of-this-world afternoon and very special dinner with former NASA Astronaut and mission specialist aboard Space Shuttle Discovery, Joan Higginbotham.
Our Irish Travel Partners are LOVING Motown & Motors in Detroit!
29th September 2025 at 9:36 am Tony Lane (Woodstock Communications & Visit USA Ireland), Michelle MacBeath (Cellet Marketing & PR Ltd), Francesca McGill (Delta Air Lines), Debbie O’Brien (Atlas Travel), Jeni Ringland (Travel Counsellors Ireland), Mary Murphy (Tour America), Louise Doyle (Cassidy Travel) and Valerie (Selective Travel) are soaking up all things Detroit!
Handover Ceremony at Fincantieri Shipyard Marks Completion of Second Sphere-Class Newbuild
29th September 2025 at 8:58 am Star Princess - the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess Cruises fleet - was officially delivered on 26 September during a celebratory handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. The stunning Star Princess is the 17th ship in the cruise line’s dynamic line up of vessels sailing worldwide.