Travelbiz Trade Updates
Galway Agents treated to a very special TPG Appreciation Event

Galway Agents treated to a very special TPG Appreciation Event

7th September 2025 at 10:35 am

TPG – Travel Partners Group, in partnership with Shannon Airport and Visit Portugal, hosted an incredible Galway Agent Appreciation Event aboard the MS Corrib Princess! With 55 vibrant travel agents and suppliers in the mix, the atmosphere was buzzing with fun, engaging conversations and lots of laughter amongst great company

Next-gen corporate booking platform deploys Sabre’s AI to lift hotel booking completion by up to 15%

Next-gen corporate booking platform deploys Sabre’s AI to lift hotel booking completion by up to 15%

5th September 2025 at 12:27 pm

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel  technology company,  today  announced a new  agreement with the next- generation corporate  booking platform Travelin.AI which  will gain access to the SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace including traditional airfares, NDC offers, low-cost carrier content and lodging options, as well as Sabre’s Lodging AI  capabilities.

CLIA sets course for Cruise Week

CLIA sets course for Cruise Week

5th September 2025 at 12:05 pm

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has revealed further details and updates for Cruise Week, which is taking place from September 15-21. The annual, trade-focused event is designed to promote and raise awareness of cruising to travel agents.

Huntington Beach ranked among America’s most accessible coastal destinations

Huntington Beach ranked among America’s most accessible coastal destinations

5th September 2025 at 9:22 am

Huntington Beach in California, known worldwide as Surf City USA®, is raising the standard for inclusive coastal travel with a host of experiences designed to welcome visitors of all abilities. Its efforts have earned national recognition, with WalletHub ranking Huntington Beach as the sixth-best city in the United States

Celebrity River Cruises to open deposits for inaugural 2027 sailings.

Celebrity River Cruises to open deposits for inaugural 2027 sailings.

4th September 2025 at 3:49 pm

Be among the first to experience Celebrity River Cruises, as Priority Booking Access opens at 14:00 BST (09:00 EDT) on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Guests who place a fully refundable £400/€450 deposit will receive early access to book a 2027 sailing ahead of the general public

Celebrity Cruises introduces the most innovative ships on the river

Celebrity Cruises introduces the most innovative ships on the river

4th September 2025 at 3:40 pm

With game-changing open decks, spacious staterooms, unmatched dining, and unforgettable experiences, guests can experience Europe’s iconic rivers like never before. Priority Booking Access for these transformative river holidays is now open. 

Emirates’ Anita Thomas to address Arab-Irish Business Summit

Emirates’ Anita Thomas to address Arab-Irish Business Summit

4th September 2025 at 10:47 am

It’s not an easy time for Ireland’s exporters right now. However, despite global economic and political turbulence, the Middle East and Gulf is emerging as the region offering some of the greatest opportunities to Irish businesses, with Irish exports up 6% for the first half of 2025 (v H1 2024).

Deep South USA present a true taste of America

Deep South USA present a true taste of America

4th September 2025 at 9:44 am

Trade partners from America's gorgeous Southern States of Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi & Tennessee took the opportunity to thank Irish travel trade retail and wholesale partners for their support in Ireland.

Emirates Pro Am teams sweep the board!

Emirates Pro Am teams sweep the board!

3rd September 2025 at 3:34 pm

Anita Thomas and Team Emirates are hosting as one of the sponsors at this years Amgen Irish Open and Travelbiz will be there to tee it up for you all.

Tourism Industry to Gather in Kilkenny for Flagship Conference Amid Declining Visitor Numbers

Tourism Industry to Gather in Kilkenny for Flagship Conference Amid Declining Visitor Numbers

3rd September 2025 at 3:24 pm

Announcing details of their annual conference the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) today said that CSO numbers for tourism show the industry is at a critical juncture and that the sector must be supported in Budget 2026.