It’s “Only Las Vegas” with VIP Trade members on the all-new Aer Lingus Direct service
12th December 2024 at 10:52 am This was the event Travelbiz was most looking forward to in the entertainment capital of the world—and unfortunately missed! However, we can still share highlights with you, including photos from Tryphavana Cross (Senior Director of Sales, Marketing & PR, Visit Las Vegas) and Jenny Rafter (Head of Global Leisure Sales, Aer Lingus) as they host a select gathering of VIP trade and media partners.
Jamaica Targets Growing Sector Of Homeworking Travel Agents
12th December 2024 at 10:19 am The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has announced a series of innovative initiatives for 2025 aimed at supporting and empowering the growing sector of homeworking travel agents. Recognising that 60% of UK-based retail travel agents are now home-based, the JTB has become the first National Tourist Office (NTO) to establish a dedicated Business Development Officer (BDO) role for this sector.
Etihad Airways awarded global design airline of the year 2024
11th December 2024 at 2:53 pm Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has been crowned ‘Design Airline of the Year 2024’ and ‘Design Airline of the Year Middle East’ for the second year in a row, in the annual DesignAir Awards. With a reputation for extraordinary hospitality, Etihad is renowned for its signature design, from the aircraft’s striking tail fin featuring the ‘facets of Abu Dhabi’ to the small details such as mood lighting in the cabin.
United expects the December holiday travel season to be another record-breaker
11th December 2024 at 2:39 pm United expects the December holiday travel season to be another record-breaker – continuing the trend we’ve seen during every other holiday season in 2024. United is planning for more than 9.9 million people to fly with us between December 19 –January 6, up 12% compared to last year.
New direct flight to the Pearl of the Atlantic – Madeira announced for Shannon Airport for summer 2025
11th December 2024 at 1:43 pm Holiday goers from Shannon Airport can now fly direct to the “Pearl of the Atlantic” after a new service to Madeira has just been added to its schedule. The twice weekly service with Ryanair will commence on 30th March to 22nd of October 2025 and take off from the Wild Atlantic Way’s gateway hub every Wednesday and Sunday.
Etihad And Air Seychelles Deepen Partnership
11th December 2024 at 11:34 am Etihad Airways and Air Seychelles have entered into a codeshare agreement, allowing customers to travel seamlessly on a single booking between all of Etihad’s destinations and Mahe, Seychelles connecting via the impressive Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi.
Christmas comes early for Shannon Airport as it surpasses 2 million passenger milestone
10th December 2024 at 2:32 pm Christmas has come early for Shannon Airport this year as it surpasses 2 million passengers for the first time since 2009. This milestone underscores the airport’s ongoing growth and its pivotal role as an international gateway along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Celebrity Cruises new Wave incentive and Celebrity Moments campaign
10th December 2024 at 1:00 pm Celebrity Cruises is setting travel partners up for success this Wave season, as it launches a collection of incentives and resources to not only support agents better in selling to their clients, but also give them the chance to earn additional rewards. Celebrating ten years since Celebrity Rewards first launched, the premium cruise line is recognising its partners in the 2024/5 Wave booking period with a total prize pot of €200,000 up for grabs.
United Airlines’ U.K. Fantasy Flight Supports Children from Honeypot to meet Santa at the ‘North Pole’
10th December 2024 at 12:55 pm Children and young people supported by The Honeypot Children’s Charity in London enjoyed a special onboard experience this weekend at Heathrow Airport and met Santa at the ‘North Pole’, courtesy of United Airlines. The children, many of whom had never been on a plane before, were brought together by the charity through the services it operates across the UK. This year’s United UK Fantasy Flight is one of 13 departures around the globe.
How to spend 48 hours in Belfast this winter
10th December 2024 at 11:37 am What I like the most about Belfast is the warmth and friendliness of the locals. From the coffee vendor at St. George’s Market, who cheerfully shared his chocolate stash because it "will be nice with your coffee", to the man strolling with his family at Belfast Castle, who stopped us with a friendly "Are ye from Dublin?"- an ice breaker that sparked a lively chat about our city’s quirks - every encounter felt welcoming.