Team Philadelphia Welcomes the Irish Travel Trade with Open Arms
23rd April 2026 at 9:51 am Peter O’Hanlon (Travelbiz & Travelfinders Ireland Sales Director) was a guest of the Great Pennsylvania – American Gateway team, represented by Julie Greenhill Horan, Greg, Lisa and Melissa, at an exclusive trade evening in Dublin’s Sole Restaurant, where a select group of key Irish travel partners were treated to an immersive and highly engaging update on all things Philadelphia.
Lufthansa launches new content series “The Art of Flying”
22nd April 2026 at 11:23 am Lufthansa is launching a new digital content series titled “The Art of Flying” in the UK, France and Italy. The series offers an exclusive look at how travel shapes creative expression. The multi-episode series follows three international artists on their journey from Munich to Tokyo and back in Lufthansa’s Allegris Business Class
The Mediterranean remains the most popular destination for cruisers, as Irish passenger numbers rise again
22nd April 2026 at 9:00 am Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has today (April 22, 2026) revealed holidaymakers from Ireland took 72,000 ocean cruises last year, a 12.2% increase on 2024 and the highest ever total to date.
Demand Builds for Late 2026 and 2027 Departures as Availability Tightens on Key Itineraries
21st April 2026 at 3:03 pm Riviera Travel is advising Irish travel agents to encourage forward planning for their customers, as demand continues to build across late 2026 and 2027 departures with availability already tightening on several of Riviera’s most popular itineraries.
Maine Emerges as the USA’s Rising Sport Destination
21st April 2026 at 2:51 pm Known primarily for its rugged coastlines and outdoor recreation, Maine is quickly gaining recognition as one of America’s most exciting new sports destinations. As sports take centre stage globally with the FIFA World Cup next month, Maine is proving that a rural state can make a big impact
Trade Takes Off with United Airlines to Washington DC
21st April 2026 at 11:44 am Peter O’Hanlon (Sales Director Travelbiz and Travelfinders) touched down with key trade partners last week as a guest of Andy Facer, representing Visit Washington DC, alongside Aoife Gregg Anderson from United Airlines, for a very special dinner in Dublin’s Drury Buildings—an evening centred on connectivity, opportunity and growth for the Irish travel trade.
Royal Caribbeans Legend of the Seas Begins Sea Trials, One Step Closer to Summer Debut
21st April 2026 at 11:21 am Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas set sail on the open ocean for sea trials today, marking one of the final stages before the next ultimate family vacation debuts in July 2026.
New Frankfurt service takes off from Shannon Airport
21st April 2026 at 11:01 am The inaugural Discover Airlines Shannon Airport to Frankfurt flight takes off this Saturday 25th April, marking the launch of a new direct service.
Los Angeles: New galleries open at LACMA
21st April 2026 at 10:23 am On May 4, the eagerly awaited David Geffen Galleries expansion at LA County Museum of Art (LACMA) will open to the public, adding 110,000 square feet of gallery space to the largest art museum in the western US and cementing LA’s reputation as a global cultural capital.
Atlas Ocean Voyages unveils Suite Collection for Atlas Adventurer, the world’s first luxury expedition sailing yacht
21st April 2026 at 9:43 am Atlas Ocean Voyages has unveiled the suite collection for Atlas Adventurer, the world’s first luxury expedition sailing yacht, reflecting the spirit of 1930s liners and the golden age of ocean travel.