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…
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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…
Key takeaways from Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026
TTM+ 2026 operated under “Amazing Thailand: Healing is the New Luxury” theme. 429 international buyers…
Flydubai launches daily service to Pokhara Nepal
Flydubai has announced it will become the first international carrier to operate a daily service…
AI survey reveals cheapest pints in Irish pubs (and guess which is the most expensive)
The AI survey listed cheapest pints in Ireland. The Dufferin Arms in Downpatrick charges £2.55.…
Key takeaways from APEX Future Travel Experience event in Dublin
The APEX Future Travel Experience EMEA and Ancillary and Retailing event has taken place in…
Taste of Dublin 2026 opens in Merrion Square
Taste of Dublin is set to transform Merrion Square into a vibrant outdoor food playground…
Tourism Ireland hosts storymakers summit
Tourism Ireland hosted the Storymakers Summit. European media reached 9.5m direct audience. The group met…
Shannon Airport gears up as gateway for FIFA World Cup 2026
Shannon Airport is positioning itself as a key transit point for international football supporters heading…
New 1st & 18th after Trump International Golf Links redesign in Doonbeg
Trump International Golf Links completed redesign works over winter. The project focused on holes one…
Wizz Air beats target with strong annual operating profit
Wizz Air reported operating profit of €139.7m for year ended 31 March. Analysts expected operating…
World’s aircraft fleet is getting older, it is official – IATA Congress
Average aircraft age has reached 15.2 years. Engine supply limits fleet renewal. Costs have increased…
Spanish travel journalists visit Cork to promote Santiago de Compostela route
Four Spanish travel journalists visited Cork. They arrived on the new Aer Lingus flight from…
New headquarters to open in Madrid for UNO Turismo (formerly UNWTO)
The new global headquarters of ONU Turismo (formerly UNWTO) in Madrid will be inaugurated on…
Peace doves art installation revealed at St Canice’s Cathedral
St Canice’s Cathedral launched the Peace Doves project. The installation includes over 10,000 paper doves.…
Irish Air Corps sells its Learjet 45
The Irish Department of Defence sold the Learjet 45. The aircraft carried registration N554VA. Sale…
London City faces opposition to plans for A320neo operations
Plans for A320-200N operations at London City Airport faced opposition. The London Assembly environment committee…
Spain approves Turkish Airlines stake in Air Europa
Spain approved Turkish Airlines’ stake in Air Europa. The stake covers 25-27pc of the airline.…
Ryanair faces English probe over family seat fees
England’s Competition and Markets Authority started investigation into Ryanair. Charge typically costs around €9 each…
TTC tour brands launches 57 small group tours
TTC Tour Brands introduced 22 new Trafalgar Small Group Tours. Insight Vacations expanded to 35…
Loveholidays reports increase in last-minute bookings
Loveholidays reported a 16pc rise in last-minute bookings. The increase occurred in May 2026 compared…
TAP Air Portugal sees no risk to privatisation from jet fuel crisis
TAP Air Portugal stated high fuel prices do not threaten privatisation. The process targets investor…
Debate continues over Dublin City Council’s doubling fees for new hotels
Dublin City Council doubled the development contribution for hotels. The Irish Hotels Federation expressed concerns…
Fáilte Ireland recognises top tourism employers
Sixteen tourism businesses have received awards at the Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Awards 2026, held…
Story GALLERY: Taste of Kildare launch event 206- Clone
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International flights to Spain rise 5pc in May.
The number of international flights to Spain increased by almost 5pc in May, suggesting another…
Iberia adds extra frequency on Madrid Tokyo route.
Iberia will operate a fourth weekly frequency on its Madrid to Tokyo route between August…
Finnair restarts domestic services to Turku and Tampere
Finnair resumed services to Turku and Tampere. Flights operate from October 2026 with ATR72-500 aircraft.…
Boeing records 11 net new orders in May 2026
Boeing secured 11 net new orders during May 2026. New orders included ten 787-9 aircraft…
Hotel bookings in Spain surge ahead of summer season
Hotel reservations in Spain for the summer have grown by 11.5pc compared to the previous…
‘Aviation needs more open skies agreements’ discussed at IATA conference in Rio
The requirement of more open skies agreements in areas such as Africa and Latin maereica…
India outlook
Willie Wlsh shared: India like all countries in the region is impacted by the high oil…
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Wilie Walsh shared: “Of the traditional airlines most of us are seeing sharp and continued increase…
TUI reveals details of Mexico All-Inclusive Deal
TUI released details of a 14-night all-inclusive Mexico package. The price starts at €1,329 per…
Legend of the Seas handed over to Royal Caribbean at shipyard ceremony
Legend of the Seas joined the Icon Class after construction at Meyer Turku shipyard. Executives…
‘Stop gouging us’ – Willie Walsh fires final broadside at engine manufacturers as he leaves IATA DG position
The outgoing IATA director general has criticised engine manufacturers for poor performance. He has called…
‘Urgent need’ to remove Dublin Airport passenger cap – Willie Walsh
IATA’s director general Willie Walsh has told a press briefing at the IATA congress in…
Killarney Park tops Ireland’s TripAdvisor Awards 2026
The Killarney Park received Best Overall Hotel in Ireland 2026. The Ross earned Best Small…
Royal Caribbean introduces colour coded cabin signage on Legend of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has introduced a colour coded system on Legend of the Seas to help…