Skillnet Ireland launches three-year strategy
Skillnet Ireland has launched its three-year strategy titled Empowering Enterprise 2026-2028 to support Irish business…
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Visitor options as Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Centre maintain weekly rocket launches in 2026
Florida’s Space Coast is preparingd for the next phase of space exploration through NASA’s Artemis…
Inbound v Outbound Irish travel data from the CSO visitor numbers shows 32/68 in January
One of the great changes since pandemic, partly if not largely due to the methodology…
Brazil’s Azul emerges from Chapter 11
Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the United States after…
SA Express wind-up nears end, brand value $10k
The liquidators of South African Express expected to wind up the failed state owned carrier…
Eindhoven airport to close for six months in 2027
Eindhoven will be closed to all air traffic between 1 February and 19 July 2027…
MeetEngland launches MeetEngland Impact Network in Sheffield
MeetEngland has launched the MeetEngland Impact Network at Cutlers’ Hall in Sheffield with representatives from…
Forbes Travel Guides launches guides for Bilt Members
Forbes Travel Guide and Bilt has announced a strategic partnership at the Forbes Travel Guide…
Wyndham introduces new end-to-end booking and management tools
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has introduced enhancements to its direct booking platform for group travel. …
British Airways upgrades premium economy on transatlantic routes
British Airways has introduced enhanced seating and service options on its transatlantic routes. The changes…
EasyJet announces expansion at regional outbound airports
EasyJet has announced the addition of new routes from regional airports to popular Mediterranean destinations…
England’s travel agents report record early bookings for summer 2026
The Association of British Travel Agents revealed that its members recorded an 18pc increase in…
Big Grill BBQ festival announces 10-restaurant line-up for 2026
The Big Grill BBQ & Food Festival is set to return to Herbert Park, Ballsbridge,…
‘Right time to grow capacity is now’ – Lindblad CEO Natalya Leahy after FOUR year wait for new ship
Lindblad Expeditions CEO Natalya Leahy stated that the right time for the company to grow…
Four Seasons I delivered at Fincantieri Ancona shipyard
Fincantieri delivered the Four Seasons I to Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings the joint owner and operator…
CRUISE trends for 2026, ships are getting bigger
Larger Newbuilds Cruise ships will continue to grow in size over the next decade, with…
GIG trips: Here are some of the most anticipated and confirmed tours of 2026:
GIG trips: Here are some of the most anticipated and confirmed tours of 2026: The…
Hurkle-Durkling’ and slow travel trends dominate luxury itineraries for 2026
Luxury travel agents are increasingly incorporating intentional downtime, termed “hurkle-durkling” (lingering in bed or relaxing…
Transavia launches Resale option for changed travel plans
Transavia has introduced a Resale service allowing passengers to offer their booked tickets back to…
Security Check Extension at Beijing Capital International Airport
Hainan Airlines has issued an advisory to passengers regarding extended security screening times at Beijing…
SMFL helicopters launches global rotorcraft leasing platform
SMFL Helicopters has revealed a merger of LCI and Macquarie Rotorcraft Limited under Sumitomo Mitsui…
LISTEN: Middle East disruption – Eoghan Corry on RTE News
On the RTE news, Eoghan Corry told listeners: over a thousand passengers a day at…
Premier Inn opened a new 150 room hotel in central London
Premier Inn opened a new 150 room hotel in central London as part of its…
Wins for Barrow Valley, Boyne Valley Greenway, Shackleton Experience & Woodstock at LAMA awards
The Boyne Valley to Lakelands Greenway has received national recognition as Best Transformative Capital Project…
STILL STANDING: Debris from missile causes damage to Burj El Arab but did NOT destroy hotel
The iconic Burj Al Arab ultra-luxury hotel in Dubai was NOT engulfed in flames or…
Travel INSURANCE: What is covered for passengers affected by Middle East cancellations?
As in major disruptions to travel, airlines have responsibility to get passengers to where they…
Belfast International Airport wins global award for customer experience
Belfast International Airport won a global award for customer experience in February 2026. The recognition…
Heathrow records BUSIEST February on record
February 2026 passenger numbers (5,819,080) marked Heathrow Airport’s busiest February on record. Monthly passenger data…
Discover your Danube brand launched by three countries at ITB Berlin
Austria, Germany and Hungary launch joint Danube tourism initiative The German National Tourist Board together…
UN Tourism launches new global guidelines on tourism and rural development
UN Tourism launches new global guidelines on tourism and rural development UN Tourism has released…
Cancellations from Verona persist after Italian airport strike grounds 750 flights
Normal operations have resumed at most Italian airports after a nationwide strike by aviation workers…
US exempts aircraft, engines, parts from new 10pc tariffs
The US President Donald Trump exempted civil aircraft their engines and spare parts from the…
Royal Caribbean reveals new dining experiences for Legend of the Seas (from record 28 options)
The Legend of the Seas (debuting July 2026) is the third ship in Royal Caribbean’s…
EU Court fines airlines for cargo ‘cartel pricing’
The European Court of Justice upheld fines totalling nearly €770m on 13 airlines for cargo…
National Transport Authority launches public consultation on carriage of pets
The National Transport Authority (NTA)has launched a public consultation on a proposed policy to standardise…
Heritage Council launches Community Heritage Grant Scheme 2026
The Heritage Council has officially launched the Community Heritage Grant Scheme 2026. This annual initiative…
Galway council approves funding for Clifden railway revival
Galway City Council secured funding through a partnership with the Department of Housing, Local Government…
Cillian Murphy initiative receives permission to revive Phoenix Cinema in Dingle
Cillian Murphy and his wife, artist Yvonne McGuinness, were officially granted planning permission by Kerry…
TAP Air Portugal reveals new direct route from Lisbon to Orlando
TAP Air Portugal has unveiled a new direct route from Lisbon to Orlando starting 29…
Overmono to take over Guinness Storehouse for St Patrick’s Weekend
Welsh duo Overmono have announced a takeover of the Guinness Storehouse on 16 March for…