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…
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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…
Loveholidays reports increase in last-minute bookings
Loveholidays reported a 16pc rise in last-minute bookings. The increase occurred in May 2026 compared…
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…
Iberia adds extra frequency on Madrid Tokyo route.
Iberia will operate a fourth weekly frequency on its Madrid to Tokyo route between August…
Story GALLERY: Taste of Kildare launch event 206- Clone
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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…
Turkish Airlines wins 2026 APEX best food and beverage in Europe Award at Dublin ceremony
Turkish Airlines secured the 2026 APEX Best Food and Beverage in Europe award. The carrier…
Aeromexico joins IATA Turbulence Aware
Aeromexico has joined the IATA Turbulence Aware programme and increased coverage across Latin America. The…
Historic centenary as Pope Leo XIV visits Sagrada Família
Pope Leo XIV visited the Sagrada Família on 10 June 2026. The visit coincided with…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy opens in Vilnius
The 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy opened on 7 June 2026 in Vilnius. More…
Hotels report: ADR & room capacity both up by 3pc in Ireland
Early 2026 data indicates average daily rates on the island of Ireland rose 3pc compared…
Galgorm Collection advances £20m transformation plan for Roe Valley Resort
Galgorm Collection advances a £20m transformation at Roe Valley Resort. Mussenden Lodge a four bedroom…
Singapore Airlines holds talks for additional widebody jets
Singapore Airlines operates 58 A350-900s and seven A350-900(ULR)s. The carrier has 30 B777-9s already on…
Emirates deploys Airbus A350 on Dubai to Dublin route
Emirates has deployed the Airbus A350 on the Dubai to Dublin route. Service runs from…
Shannon event marks 20 Years of COOPANS air traffic management
COOPANS celebrated 20 years on 8 June 2026. The alliance includes six European ANSPs. Shannon…
John Galligan reflects on 60 years in the travel industry
John Galligan worked continuously for nearly 60 years under constant pressure. He realised he had…