Midlands 103 launches 2026 hospitality awards highlighting local excellence
Midlands 103 continues to promote its Hospitality Awards, which celebrate top performers in food, drink,…
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Riviera announces date and venue of 2025 agent awards
River cruise specialist Riviera Travel has confirmed the date and venue for its second annual…
Riu Hotels expands portfolio with second property in London
Riu Hotels has expanded its portfolio with the opening of its second property in London…
Crystal to train 1,000 travel agents in 2026
Luxury cruise operator Crystal has unveiled ambitious plans to provide specialised training to 1,000 travel…
Travel firms boost apprenticeship intake
An increasing number of companies within England and Scotland’s travel industry such as like Hays…
Newmarket offers free spots on India mega fam trip
Tour operator Newmarket is set to award four complimentary places on an exclusive India Mega…
Sunlounger travel promotes Nikki Winsor to key role
Sunlounger Travel has announced the promotion of Nikki Winsor to Retail Development Manager, recognising her…
Renfe incresses special train services to southern Spain as Ouigo cancels
Renfe has introduced special train services to southern Spain following cancellations by competitor Ouigo, ensuring…
Hilton announces opening of its first hotel in San Sebastián
Hilton announces opening of its first hotel in San Sebastián Hilton has announced the opening…
Fergus Group adds four-star hotel in Capdepera, Mallorca
Fergus Group added a four-star hotel in Capdepera, Mallorca, to its collection on January 11…
Sligo opens applications for Community Monuments Fund
Sligo County Council has opened applications for the Community Monuments Fund 2026, offering grant aid…
Travel demand rises for 2026 despite affordability concerns – Internova
Internova Travel Group’s latest research, published on 6 January 2026, indicates that escalating prices in…
Lyon-Saint Exupéry airport hosts employment forum today
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is holding its ninth Lyon Aéro Emploi forum in partnership with France…
Taipei to Phoenix Arizona route launched by Starlux airlines
Taiwan’s Starlux Airlines has commenced its highly anticipated nonstop flights between Taipei and Phoenix Sky…
Asia-Pacific 2026 trends emphasise conscious and personalised travel
Predictions by PATA for 2026 highlight eco-friendly options, responsible tourism, and ultra-personalised itineraries via tech. …
AWARD winners in Ireland’s county LOUTH
These are the top three places in the annual tidy towns competition in Ireland’s county…
European Parliament committee votes to maintain strict demands on EU261
The Committee on Transport and Tourism in the European Parliament has voted to maintain its…
‘Aviation emissions could be cut 50pc without decreasing flights’ – Swedish study
Emissions can be halved through efficiency without cutting journeys. Remove premium seats, use modern aircraft,…
Boeing confirms deliveries of 600 aircraft in 2025.
447 B737 MAX included. Thirty B767s delivered. Thirty-five B777s part of total. Eighty-eight B787s completed…
AmaWaterways reveals refreshed brand identity
Refreshed brand identity for heritage and vision. 29 ships now, over 40 by 2030. Modernised…
Cunard celebrates departure of two simultaneous world cruises
Two simultaneous world cruises from Southampton on January 11, 2026. Queen Anne eastbound to 30…
Castlelake acquistion drives up Avolon performance in 2025
Dublin-based Avolon has confirmed strong performance across the fourth quarter and full year 2025. The…
Flights to Finnish Lapland resume after cold snap
Aviation services to Finnish Lapland have recommenced following severe disruptions caused by extreme cold weather…
AerCap and Virgin Atlantic reveal purchase and leaseback agreements
AerCap signs purchase and leaseback for six new A330-900 aircraft with Virgin Atlantic. Deliveries scheduled…
Shannon Airport records 2.3m passengers in 2025
Record 2.3 million passengers in 2025, highest in 16 years and 9pc up on 2024.…
Wizz Air launches new class for business travellers
Wizz Air has introduced a novel class option designed specifically to appeal to business travellers,…
Vintners’ Federation warns Diageo price rise threatens pub closures
Diageo draught price increase of seven cent per pint from 2 February 2026. Drink costs…
French court rules against Airbnb
A French court ruled against Airbnb, holding the platform accountable for illegal subletting by users,…
Birmingham flights diverted due to ATC outage
Multiple flights destined for Birmingham Airport were diverted as a result of a power failure…
Galway’s G Hotel unveils spa partnership with Ground Wellbeing
New name for spa as The SPA at the g. Partnership with Ground Wellbeing for…
Sale agreed on former Lawless Hotel in Aughrim
Sale agreed for Lawless Hotel in Aughrim. Prospective owners plan to reopen as hotel, bar,…
MEMORIES: former Salthill tourism office demolished
Demolition of former Salthill tourism office began Monday. Building unused for nearly 15 years. Located…
AirAsia X to rename as AirAsia next Monday
Rebrand to AirAsia on January 19, 2026. Consolidation of long-haul and short-haul into one entity.…
Delta Air Lines reveals firm order for thirty B787-10s
Firm order for thirty B787-10s with thirty options. Deliveries begin in 2031. First-ever B787 order…
Virgin Atlantic confirms sale and leaseback of A330neo
Sale and leaseback for six A330-900Ns with AerCap. Deliveries Q2 2026 to end 2027. Operates…
Scotland’s Loganair denied licence to operate in Guernsey
Due to overcapacity and viability concerns. Routes served by Aurigny Air Services. Followed public consultation…
EVA Air approves renewals of four B777
Approval for renewals of four B777-300ERs from Air Lease. Valued at €0.201 billion. Aircraft B-16725,…
Spain’s friendliest cities revealed
Bilbao leads as Spain’s most amiable city with a score of 72.53 out of 100,…
Would you buy a used cruise ship? Ownership changes in 2026
Six cruise ships will transfer to new operators in 2026: The former Costa Magica will…
AWARD winners in Ireland’s county GALWAY
These are the top three places in the annual tidy towns competition in Ireland’s county…