CLIA Announces Record Travel Agent Membership and host of New Initiatives at Annual Conference
23rd May 2025 at 9:56 am Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has today (May 22, 2025) made a number of agent-friendly announcements and updates at its annual conference in Southampton. Over 850 delegates from across the trade heard from Andy Harmer, managing director UK & Ireland
Universal Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s Highly Anticipated New Theme Park, Is Now Officially OPEN
23rd May 2025 at 8:43 am Let the Epic adventures begin! Today, Universal Orlando Resort celebrates the grand opening of its newest theme park, Universal Epic Universe – marking the official debut of one of the most innovative and immersive theme parks ever created and the first major theme park to open in Orlando in 25 years.
From the Wild Atlantic to Gran Canaria: Aer Lingus helps young sea turtle find her way home
22nd May 2025 at 3:54 pm Aer Lingus welcomed a very special guest aboard flight EI782 today - a young green sea turtle named Solstice. After being discovered washed up on the west coast of Ireland, Solstice is now embarking on a journey to Gran Canaria, where a dedicated wildlife rescue team will assist in returning her to the warm waters of her natural habitat.
International launch of new Business Events strategy by Minister Peter Burke in Frankfurt
22nd May 2025 at 11:16 am Minister Burke launched a new Business Events 2030 strategy internationally at IMEX Frankfurt, one of the leading global exhibitions for Business Events i.e., the corporate meetings, events and incentive travel industry. The strategy was launched at home in Ireland at the end of April.
Brand USA’s 10th U.K. & Ireland Destination Immersion Highlights the Breadth of U.S. Communities and Tourism Product
22nd May 2025 at 10:57 am Brand USA, the destination marketing organisation for the United States, in partnership with Aer Lingus, American Airlines, and British Airways, proudly concluded its 10th U.K. & Ireland Destination Immersion Programme on May 19 with a finale event in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Irish Travel Trade Sneak Peek + EPIC Universal Views!
22nd May 2025 at 10:17 am Travelbiz was on the ground in sunny Orlando as VIP guests of the amazing Grant Daley, Senior Business Development Manager, International Sales & Marketing EMEA Universal Orlando Resort in partnership with our valued partners at Aer Lingus flying direct from Dublin to Orlando International!
Aer Lingus Unveils Direct Flights from Dublin to Cancún!
21st May 2025 at 2:46 pm Aer Lingus today announces the launch of its first direct flight to Cancún, Mexico, commencing from January 2026. The new route from Dublin to Cancún will operate 3 times weekly on the airline’s A330-300 aircraft, offering Irish holidaymakers a seamless route to the warmth and vibrant cultural heritage of the Mexican Caribbean.
AmaWaterways Expands Exclusive Concierge Golf Programme to France
21st May 2025 at 2:31 pm AmaWaterways, the leading luxury river cruise, has announced the expansion of its dedicated Concierge Golf Programme to a second iconic destination: France. Launching on the popular Impressions of the Seine & Paris itinerary aboard AmaDante
Travelbiz in Tunisia with TUI Ireland
21st May 2025 at 2:22 pm Courtesy of TUI and the Tunisian National Tourist Office, our group landed safely in Enfidha airport on TUI Irelands inaugural flight direct from Dublin. The new charter series will run weekly for the summer season.
Riviera Travel Appoints Carrie Day as Country Manager to Drive Rapid Expansion in Ireland
21st May 2025 at 8:30 am Riviera Travel is pleased to announce Carrie Day's appointment as Country Manager for Ireland, a strategic move designed to support the company’s ambitious plans for rapid expansion in the Irish market.