Travelbiz Trade Updates
Asturias Takes Flight: Aer Lingus Launches New Direct Dublin Service to Northern Spain’s Hidden Gem

Asturias Takes Flight: Aer Lingus Launches New Direct Dublin Service to Northern Spain’s Hidden Gem

7th May 2026 at 10:08 pm

Travelbiz were delighted to attend a very special trade gathering hosted by the Asturias tourism delegation and Aer Lingus, celebrating the launch of the brand-new direct Dublin–Asturias service, which will officially commence on 07 May 2026. The event brought together valued trade partners, airline representatives and tourism leaders to showcase one of Spain’s most authentic and exciting emerging destinations for the Irish market.

High demand will see Dublin Airport welcome 11 million passengers this summer

High demand will see Dublin Airport welcome 11 million passengers this summer

7th May 2026 at 3:43 pm

Demand to fly in and out of Ireland continues to grow, with Dublin Airport set to welcome around 11 million passengers over the upcoming busy summer months - around 2% more than travelled last summer.

Aer Lingus brings you a taste of Pittsburgh

Aer Lingus brings you a taste of Pittsburgh

7th May 2026 at 12:58 pm

Our very own quarterback Don Rodgers joined Team Aer Lingus — Jenny Rafter, Ivan Beacom and Yvonne Muldoon — alongside Will Hall from Visit Pittsburgh, welcoming trade partners for an exciting update on all things Pittsburgh and the launch of the brand-new direct Aer Lingus service from Dublin.

TSN take to the Royal County

TSN take to the Royal County

7th May 2026 at 11:14 am

Last week the Travel Suppliers Network were delighted to host a fun-filled night in Navan with a brilliant turnout from local agents. It was a great opportunity for the trade to connect face-to-face with agents, catch up with colleagues, and enjoy an evening full of fun, laughs, and plenty of prizes.

This Summer in Vegas: Expect Fireworks

This Summer in Vegas: Expect Fireworks

7th May 2026 at 10:27 am

Eight consecutive Saturdays of fireworks, highlighted by the nation’s largest Fourth of July display, anchor a season of entertainment, events, and unbeatable offers.

Celebrity Apex – All at Sea in our happy place!

Celebrity Apex – All at Sea in our happy place!

7th May 2026 at 10:11 am

Oh, for a life on the ocean wave. We’re cruising towards Southampton on the Bay of Biscay (presently like a mill pond) on what is now our final day on the spectacular Celebrity Apex cruise ship.

Norwegian Group had 2.35 million passengers in April

Norwegian Group had 2.35 million passengers in April

7th May 2026 at 9:53 am

In April, the Norwegian Group had a total of 2.35 million passengers. Of these, Norwegian recorded 2.02 million passengers, while Widerøe had 336,000.

Air Canada/MSC/Do Something Different/Universal Orlando Fam Trip

Air Canada/MSC/Do Something Different/Universal Orlando Fam Trip

7th May 2026 at 9:28 am

It’s amazing what you can achieve when you join forces and the combined forces of Air Canada, Do Something Different, MSC Cruises and Universal Orlando are proving just that as a group of travel agents from across the country embark on an amazing week-long fam trip.

Emirates announces financial results – record profit + world’s most profitable airline

Emirates announces financial results – record profit + world’s most profitable airline

7th May 2026 at 8:53 am

The Emirates Group today released its 2025-26 Annual Report, achieving new record profit, revenue, and cash balance levels, despite a disruptive and challenging 12th month in its financial year. Emirates is the world’s most profitable airline in the 2025-26 reporting period.

Discover Sani, one extraordinary destination where paradises meet.

Discover Sani, one extraordinary destination where paradises meet.

6th May 2026 at 12:43 pm

This summer, travellers are invited to discover Sani: one extraordinary destination where many forms of paradise come together. Set on the Halkidiki peninsula along the Aegean coast, Sani brings together pristine beaches