Half of Irish parents let children influence holiday destination choice – Multitrip survey
53pc of parents said children influence destination choice Gen Z parents listen to children at…
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Nearly half of holiday makers report rising travel stress – survey by Staysure
A new survey by travel insurer Staysure reveals that 49pc of holidaymakers find travelling abroad…
Ireland trips to USA down 12.6pc in May to 34,898
Ireland visitor numbers to the USA reached 34,898 in May. The figure represents a 12.1pc…
New EU261 regulation agreement: bags, delays, baggage, boarding & sitting next to children
Agreement reached between the European Parliament & Council Stricter air passenger rights, f Mandated free…
EU negotiations reach compromise on airline price transparency & family seating
Airlines may have to drop ban on charges for parents to sit with children under…
British Airways launches June sale with savings on flights and holidays for 2026
British Airways has introduced its June sale, offering significant discounts on flights and holiday packages…
Iberia launches direct Madrid to Toronto flights
Iberia has inaugurated its new direct service between Madrid and Toronto, enhancing connectivity between Spain…
Travelodge plans to open its hotel in San Sebastian in the coming months
Travelodge is advancing with its expansion in Spain and expects to open a new hotel…
Etihad and Abu Dhabi offer free medical travel insurance
Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Abu Dhabi will provide free…
Tipping habits survey launched by travel agent
George Hook has commenced a survey of tipping habits. The survey collects traveller experiences from…
Travelmarvel launches first rail and small group tours for 2027
Travelmarvel has launched rail and small group itineraries. The Indian Golden Triangle tour lasts nine…
Tripadvisor agrees sale of thefork to American Express
Tripadvisor has entered a put option agreement for the sale. TheFork operates as an online…
UN Tourism reports 2pc rise in international arrivals for first quarter 2026
International tourist arrivals grew by 2pc during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the…
All THREE Paris airports to be impacted by strike on Thursday
Irish holidaymakers face potential disruption from ongoing strikes across Europe with Paris airports set for…
Travel agencies report mixed trading with strong late demand
Travel agencies across Ireland and elsewhere are experiencing a strong week of trading as late…
‘If everything were to solve tomorrow we are still in the sh-t for a long time to come’ – Aviation leaders at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, industry experts painted a concerning picture…
LONG TERM – IATA Congress discuses threat to aviation from oil prices i& erosion of multilaterism
Four aviation CEOs assessed the persistent economic damage from elevated oil prices at the IATA…
Decrease in number of disruptive passenger incidents – IATA
IATA has reported a decrease in incidents caused by disruptive passengers worldwide, despite a perception…
Crisis? This is not a crisis – Willie Walsh at IATA Congress in Rio
Willie Walsh, the Glasnevin-born director of the International Air Transport Association, has said the Gulf…
Captain’s announcements and reading flight reports – how airlines are using AI
Four airline CEOs showcased how they are integrating artificial intelligence deeply into their businesses at…
Human connections bring inspiration despite persistent crises – Ailrline CEOs at IATA Congress
Aviation CEOs reflected on what continues to motivate them at the IATA Congress 2026 in…
Consumer resilience continues amid high fuel costs – IATA Congress
A panel discussion at the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro examined the surprising…
Energy adaptation and innovation amid ongoing crisis outlined at IATA Congress
A panel discussion at the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro explored long term…
Cyber threats and systemic vulnerabilities emerge as major concerns at IATA Congress
Cyber threats and systemic vulnerabilities emerge as major concerns at IATA Congress At the IATA…
Energy experts highlight geopolitical miscalculations and uneven global impacts at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, panellists examined the deeper causes and…
‘Capacity has been coming back through aggressive pricing” – airline CEOs discuss adaptive strategies at IATA Congress
Four aviation CEOs described a resilient recovery in the face of ongoing geopolitical disruptions and…
Hedging strategies and accepting the crisis– airline CEOs at IATA Congress
Four airline CEOs addressed the role of fuel hedging at the IATA Congress 2026 in…
Only TWO suppliers so we can’t sue – Airline leaders voice OEM frustrations at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, chief executives discussed the realities of…
Hibernia Line launches new year round ferry service from Ringaskiddy to Boulogne sur Mer
Hibernia Line has launched a new ferry service between Cork and France. The St Patrick…
Foynes Flying Boat Museum opens expanded facilities
The museum opened new facilities on 12 June 2026. Patrick O’Donovan TD attended the official…
Standards, social media, & supporting food infrastructure: Taste of Kildare launch event looks ‘beyond the plate’ with panel discussion
https://www.flickr.com/photos/91162693@N04/albums/72177720334205844 Taste of Kildare 2026 takes place on the 15th and 16th of August. The…
Legend of the Seas embarks on training sailings after handover ceremony
Royal Caribbean took delivery of Legend of the Seas on 10 June 2026. The ship…
Spanish Tourism host chefs at at Taste of Dublin 2026
Spanish Tourism Office returns with Saborea España for Tasting Spain at Taste of Dublin. Festival…
Belfast City Airport reveals details of IGNITE Youth Programme
31 students completed year seven of the Ignite programme at Belfast City Airport. Participants build…
Key takeaways from Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026
TTM+ 2026 operated under “Amazing Thailand: Healing is the New Luxury” theme. 429 international buyers…
AX Partners acquires Hotel Casa Luz in Barcelona
AX Partners has purchased the Hotel Casa Luz in Barcelona for 40m euros. This transaction…
Juan Molas steps down as president of Mesa del Turismo
Juan Molas has resigned from his role as president of the Mesa del Turismo de…
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…
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…