Strait of Hormuz crisis discussed at IATA Congress in Rio
Eleanor Budds of S&P Global has told a press briefing at the IATA congress in…
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Aeromexico joins IATA Turbulence Aware
Aeromexico has joined the IATA Turbulence Aware programme and increased coverage across Latin America. The…
Details released of Yoga Picnic festival in Westmeath on July 4
The Yoga Picnic has expanded its programme for 2026 and welcomes participants to Lilliput House…
Historic centenary as Pope Leo XIV visits Sagrada Família
Pope Leo XIV visited the Sagrada Família on 10 June 2026. The visit coincided with…
KEY takeaways from IATA AGM 2026 in Rio de Janeiro
Leaders of the global aviation industry gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the 82nd IATA…
MSC Cruises hosts Irish travel agents on board Virtuosa
MSC Cruises has hosted Irish travel agents on board MSC Virtuosa in Cobh for a…
WTTC research warns of EES border delay impacts
WTTC has released research on the Entry/Exit System based on over 2,500 travellers. Up to…
Philippine Airlines joins Oneworld alliance
Full membership has remained scheduled for 2027. PAL has become the 16th full member of…
Boeing moves to advance 737 MAX production rate
Boeing is maintaining current output between 42 and 47 jets per month for the 737…
GALLERY: Eoghan Corry goes free diving with sharks in KwaZulu Natal
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EU tourism platform improves access to funding opportunities
The EU Tourism Platform has consolidated funding opportunities at EU, national and regional levels. Organisations…
Air China injects capital into Shenzhen Airlines
The second tranche totalled RMB11.9 billion with five Airbus A350 aircraft. Air China has contributed…
AirAsia X delays Bahrain London route launch
The carrier has cancelled flights from 26 June to 26 August 2026. Initial frequency has…
GALLERY: A visit to Universal Orlando as new theme park Epic celebrates first anniversary
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GALLERY: Iolar takes to the skies once again to celebrate Aer Lingus 90th anniversary
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GALLERY: Ireland West Airport Knock celebrates 40 years
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Air Canada launches Budapest Toronto direct service
Air Canada has launched the Budapest Toronto route operating five times per week. The service…
Datalex signs retail deal with Air Macau
Air Macau has activated the Stellex Offer Shopping & Pricing Engine in September 2024. The…
JRNY America awards recognise deep south tourism success
Louisiana has taken State of the Year at the JRNY America Awards 2025. New Orleans…
Cork Airport ranked in global top 40 in Airhelp ratings
Cork Airport reached 39th place in the 2026 AirHelp Score. The airport scored 7.94 overall…
Turkish Airlines plans new US Routes to Minneapolis and Philadelphia
Turkish Airlines has revealed plans for Istanbul to Minneapolis-St Paul service. The carrier operates to…
Emirates suspends A380 flights to eight destinations
Emirates has suspended A380 flights to eight European airports for most of June 2026. Daily…
Airline loyalty programmes shift to revenue based earning
Delta SkyMiles has adopted revenue based earning with 5 to 11 miles per dollar. American…
Atlantic Flight Academy commemorates training of 1,000 Ryanair cadets
The academy operates in Santry, county Dublin. AFA delivers APS MCC programmes for Ryanair. The…
GALLERY: A visit to the oft-neglected northern coast of Gran Canaria
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GALLERY: Horse riding in KawZulu Natal
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GALLERY: New Club Med property in KawZulu Natal approaches completion
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GALLERY: West Cork tourism networking event 2026
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GALLERY: Game drive in KawZulu Natal
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GALLERY: A visit to Shakaland, KwaZulu-Natal
Shakaland is a living museum and cultural village in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It was originally built…
GALLERY: Murcia tourism event in Dublin
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GALLERY: IPW 2026 in Fort Lauderdale
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GALLERY: Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026
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Aviation’s $100bn headache – Willie Walsh’s LAST address to IATA Congress as DG
Willie Walsh addressed late aircraft deliveries and engine supply issues that raised costs for airlines.…
‘Tourism is NOT a luxury’ – MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú launches position paper
Cynthia Ní Mhurchú launched the position paper on 9 June in Cork. The document demands…
‘Save a Life, Not a Bag ‘ – IATA launches aircraft evacuation safety campaign
IATA commissioned a survey that revealed gaps in passenger knowledge about evacuations. Crew instructions require…
Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy opens in Vilnius
The 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy opened on 7 June 2026 in Vilnius. More…
Tourism Ireland promotes golf in Ireland at KLM Open
Tourism Ireland attended the 2026 KLM Open near Amsterdam. Partners include Druids Glen Hotel and…
North’s tourism sector up by 9pc in early 2026
The north’s tourism sector experienced a strong recovery in 2025, with overnight trips and visitor…
Wizz Air to equip new generation aircraft with Starlink from 2027
Wizz Air plans to equip new generation aircraft with Starlink from 2027. The carrier operates…