European regulatory burdens and weak political influence – CEO frustrations at IATA Congress
The heavy regulatory demands facing European carriers was discussed by four ailrine CEOs at the…
Yearly Archives: 2026
Only TWO suppliers so we can’t sue – Airline leaders voice OEM frustrations at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, chief executives discussed the realities of…
Hedging strategies and accepting the crisis– airline CEOs at IATA Congress
Four airline CEOs addressed the role of fuel hedging at the IATA Congress 2026 in…
‘Capacity has been coming back through aggressive pricing” – airline CEOs discuss adaptive strategies at IATA Congress
Four aviation CEOs described a resilient recovery in the face of ongoing geopolitical disruptions and…
TWENTY bars and lounges aboard Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, here is the guide
Legend of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s third Icon class ship, features more than 20 bars…
EIGHT neighborhoods aboard Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, here is the guide
Legend of the Seas, the third Icon class ship from Royal Caribbean, features eight distinct…
Energy experts highlight geopolitical miscalculations and uneven global impacts at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, panellists examined the deeper causes and…
Cyber threats and systemic vulnerabilities emerge as major concerns at IATA Congress
Cyber threats and systemic vulnerabilities emerge as major concerns at IATA Congress At the IATA…
Energy adaptation and innovation amid ongoing crisis outlined at IATA Congress
A panel discussion at the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro explored long term…
Consumer resilience continues amid high fuel costs – IATA Congress
A panel discussion at the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro examined the surprising…
Human connections bring inspiration despite persistent crises – Ailrline CEOs at IATA Congress
Aviation CEOs reflected on what continues to motivate them at the IATA Congress 2026 in…
Captain’s announcements and reading flight reports – how airlines are using AI
Four airline CEOs showcased how they are integrating artificial intelligence deeply into their businesses at…
Crisis? This is not a crisis – Willie Walsh at IATA Congress in Rio
Willie Walsh, the Glasnevin-born director of the International Air Transport Association, has said the Gulf…
Hibernia Line launches new year round ferry service from Ringaskiddy to Boulogne sur Mer
Hibernia Line has launched a new ferry service between Cork and France. The St Patrick…
Fincantieri delivers Mein Schiff Flow to TUI
Fincantieri delivered Mein Schiff Flow to TUI Cruises on 12 June 2026. The ship operates…
Cloud9 Travel wins best travel agent award at Midlands 103 awards
Cloud9 Travel has won Best Travel Agent of the Year at the Midlands 103 Customer…
Foynes Flying Boat Museum opens expanded facilities
The museum opened new facilities on 12 June 2026. Patrick O’Donovan TD attended the official…
AirNav Ireland reveals sponsorship of LGFA U-16 championship
AirNav Ireland signed a three year title sponsorship with LGFA for All-Ireland U-16 Championships. The…
KEY takeaways from the 68th MedCruise General Assembly in Palermo
The 68th MedCruise General Assembly was held in Palermo from 9 to 12 June 2026,…
BEES delay Delta flight in Cancun
Delta Air Lines delayed in Cancun by a swarm of bees that settled on the…
Fred Olsen reveals half price drinks promo on autumn and winter sailings
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has offered half-price premium drinks packages on selected sailings. Bookings until…
Air France to maintains all Summer flights despite fuel concerns
Air France has committed to transport all customers this summer. Ben Smith confirmed the decision…
Celebrity Cruises commences eight-ship summer season in Europe
Celebrity Cruises has started its eight-ship summer season in Europe. Six ships completed trans-Atlantic repositioning…
Gemini cruise ship Seized in Greece over bank debts
Greek authorities have seized the Gemini due to debts. Around 25 crew members remain onboard…
Standards, social media, & supporting food infrastructure: Taste of Kildare launch event looks ‘beyond the plate’ with panel discussion
https://www.flickr.com/photos/91162693@N04/albums/72177720334205844 Taste of Kildare 2026 takes place on the 15th and 16th of August. The…
Spanish Tourism host chefs at at Taste of Dublin 2026
Spanish Tourism Office returns with Saborea España for Tasting Spain at Taste of Dublin. Festival…
Flexjet Irish unit gets approval for US operations
Flexjet receives approval for its Irish unit to operate in the United States. The authorisation…
Legend of the Seas embarks on training sailings after handover ceremony
Royal Caribbean took delivery of Legend of the Seas on 10 June 2026. The ship…
Average European flight distance rose to 1,175 km in 2025 – Eurcontrol
Average flight distance in Eurocontrol area reached 1 175 km in 2025. Share of regional…
Belfast City Airport reveals details of IGNITE Youth Programme
31 students completed year seven of the Ignite programme at Belfast City Airport. Participants build…
United Airlines to update Chef’s table menus in Polaris business class from August 1
United Airlines starts Chef’s Table meals in Polaris business class on 1 August 2026. Menus…
Trinity College Dublin launches literary walking tour
Trinity College Dublin introduces Trinity Trails Literary Walking Tour. Tour covers campus sites linked to…
Carnival Cruise Line introduces next course dining initiative
Carnival Cruise Line launches The Next Course dining initiative. New venues include Emeril’s Coastal Seafood…
MedCruise concludes 68th General Assembly in Palermo
More than 240 participants attended the assembly. 27 cruise lines took part in the event.…
Juan Molas steps down as president of Mesa del Turismo
Juan Molas has resigned from his role as president of the Mesa del Turismo de…
AX Partners acquires Hotel Casa Luz in Barcelona
AX Partners has purchased the Hotel Casa Luz in Barcelona for 40m euros. This transaction…
Piñero Group opens first urban integrated hotel in Palma
The Piñero Group has officially expanded into urban tourism with the opening of its first…
Jet2 Launches winter 2027 28 programme, first among major English operators
Jet2.com has officially become the first major English based airline and tour operator to launch…
Virgin Voyages simplifies groups programme for travel agents
Virgin Voyages has introduced a simplified groups programme designed to make it easier for travel…
Aberdeen airport avoids summer strike action after pay deal
Aberdeen Airport has averted a significant summer strike threat after key workers secured improved pay…