Profits down 30pc but revenues up at Titanic Belfast
Pre-tax profits at Titanic Belfast declined by 30pc to €4.32m due to higher costs. Revenues…
Author Travelextra
Copper Face Jack’s profits down 10pc
Breanagh Catering Ltd recorded pre-tax profits of €2.52m in the year to the end of…
Shannon Airport expects 10pc increase in Christmas traffic
Shannon Airport is preparing to handle 125,000 passengers over Christmas. The airport recorded a 10pc…
Spirit and Frontier merger talks under way
Spirit Airlines have entered renewed merger talks with Frontier. The discussions followed Spirit bankruptcy filing…
Spain estimates it has 65,122 unregistered short let properties
A new report highlights 65,122 unregistered tourist rentals listed on Airbnb across Spain, with the…
Inishowen peninsula emerges as standout success on Wild Atlantic Way
Inishowen in County Donegal is celebrating a standout year in 2025, leading Ireland’s tourism revival…
Activist investor Elliott reduces stake in Southwest
Activist investor Elliot thas reduced its stake in Southwest Airlines to 13.1pc. The investor remains…
New Direct Flights Dublin to Chișinău launch today from SkyUp
SkyUp Airlines commences direct flights between Dublin and Chișinău, Moldova, starting today, 18 December 2025.…
Disney Cruise Line takes delivery of Disney Adventure from Meyer Werft
Disney Cruise Line has taken delivery of Disney Adventure from Meyer Werft at a handover…
Ryanair launches new attack on DAA €1 passenger fee increase
Ryanair has condemned the DAA decision to raise airport fees by 10pc from 2026. In…
Bristow Ireland takes over Sligo search-and-rescue base
Bristow Ireland has taken over Sligo search-and-rescue base. The transition was completed at midnight on…
MSC Cruises reveals two new Eastern Mediterranean itineraries for summer 2026
MSC Cruises has revealed two new Eastern Mediterranean itineraries for summer 2026. Lirica will operate…
Fiscal Council claims VAT cut did not lower consumer price
The fiscal Council has warned that the hospitality VAT cut is not likely to lower…
England to rejoin EU Erasmus scheme from January 2027
The Westminster government has confirmed England will rejoin the Erasmus+ scheme from January 2027. The…
‘Cautious welcome’ – Irish car rental industry responds to automotive package
The Irish Car rental industry has given a cautious welcome to European Automotive Package proposals.…
WATCH: Marriage proposal at Dublin Airport , and Santa happens to be walking by
https://youtube.com/shorts/RO0ik0QPn1w
‘Spend Less. Experience More’ – Riviera launches 2027 campaign
Riviera Travel has launched a “Spend Less. Experience More.” campaign for 2026. The company is…
Portuguese Grand Prix to return to the Algarve for 2027 and 2028
Formula 1 returns to Autódromo Internacional do Algarve with the announcement that the Portuguese Grand…
Southwest expects Boeing 737-7 to be certified in time for operations in August
Southwest expects Boeing 737-7 certification will be completed by August 2026. The airline plans to…
Carnival Cruise reveals sailings from New York and Sydney in 2027-28
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed its next wave of 2027-28 itineraries. Firenze will introduce sailings…
Lindblad to double European river cruise options with second ship in 2027
Lindblad Expeditions has revealed its inaugural season for the bEvolve riverboat in late 2027. The…
Irish Festivals 2026: HERE are the highlights of the year
17–19 APRIL: Wander Wild Festival, Killarney, Kerry Killarney’s mountains, lakes, and ancient woodlands will once again…
Single European Sky in five years? Eurocontrol launches ‘Trajectory 2030’ strategy
Eurcontrol has released Trajectory 2030 strategy under under three headings Engage, Deliver, and Modernise. Objectives…
Spain launches tender for restoration of Palacio de Congresos Madrid
Spain has launched a tender invitation for the restoration of Palacio de Congresos Madrid The…
IALPA withdraws strike threat at cargo airline ASL Ireland
IALPA has withdrawn its threatened strike action at ASL Ireland. Pilots planned a 16-hour stoppage…
HERE are all FORTY countries now impacted by Trump’s latest travel ban
The Trump administration has announced an expansion of the US travel ban, adding five additional…
Windstar Cruises takes ownership of Star Seeker in Portugal
Windstar Cruises has taken ownership of Star Seeker in a handover ceremony held at WestSEA…
Drogheda Port explores cruise potential as it prepares for 2026 masterplan
Gerard Deegan, Chairperson of Drogheda Port says that cruise ship calls should be part of…
Van Gogh immersive experience returns to Dublin on Friday
The popular Van Gogh immersive exhibition is set to return to the RDS in Dublin…
Aer Lingus enhances retail programme and in-flight experiences ahead of Christmas
Aer Lingus has confirmed a new inflight retail programme in partnership with dnata Catering &…
Irish hotels report near full occupancy for New Year celebrations
Hotels across Ireland are experiencing occupancy rates approaching 95pc for New Year’s Eve, driven by…
Texas-based CCRA International acquires ABC Global Services
Travel agency consortium powerhouse CCRA International, based in Fort Worth, Texas, has confirmed its acquisition…
Gran Canaria secures new European Flight Connections for 2026
Tourism officials in Gran Canaria have confirmed a series of new direct flight routes linking…
Spanish hospitality sector concludes 2025 with strong revenue growth
Spain’s hospitality sector is wrapping up the year with revenue increases of up to 4pc,…
Turkish Airlines opens new lounge at Edinburgh Airport
Turkish Airlines has opened a lounge at Edinburgh Airport. The facility will be operated by…
Tourism rental properties will be ‘major target’ of EU housing plan
The European Commission Affordable Housing Plan, announced on 17 December 2025, has included proposals to…
United Airlines enhances Passenger App with bag tracking, updated guidance and ‘virtual gate’
United Airlines has rolled out updates to its mobile app on 17 December 2025, introducing…
Emirates expands amenity kits to economy and premium for overnight flights
Emirates is rolling out complimentary amenity kits for Premium Economy and Economy on long-haul overnight…
Spirit Airlines secures vital financial lifeline
Budget carrier Spirit Airlines has announced on that it has accessed $50 million from a…
Luxury boost for Turks and Caicos with new Hilton LXR property
The upcoming Amaris Grace Bay resort in Turks and Caicos has confirmed it is to…