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ITTN Highlights Final Day of Barbados FAM with Catamaran Cruise and Dinner Show
ITTN’s Julia Labedz is continuing her Caribbean adventure in Barbados on a FAM trip hosted by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), Aer Lingus and Travel Trade Representation (TTR). After several days of hotel inspections and even a trip on the original Bajan Bus, day 4 was all about getting in the water and partying in true Barbados style!

Julia Labedz
Jan 74 min read


Barbados FAM Continues with a Bajan Bus Island Tour & More
ITTN’s Julia Labedz is in Barbados this week on a FAM trip hosted by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), Aer Lingus and Travel Trade Representation (TTR).

Julia Labedz
Jan 75 min read


ITTN Continues Exploring Barbados with South Coast Site Visits
The group departed early from the Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord’s Castle Resort & Spa, which has been home for the first half of the trip. This was the second night the group spent at the hotel, and by this point, the comfort of the resort was fully appreciated...

Julia Labedz
Jan 77 min read


ITTN Begins Barbados FAM with West Coast Hotel Site Visits
The group arrived late Sunday night and checked in at the all-inclusive Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord’s Castle Resort & Spa, before heading for a buffet-style welcome dinner....

Julia Labedz
Jan 77 min read


ITTN Departs for Barbados with BTMI, TTR and Aer Lingus!
Aer Lingus’ direct service from Manchester to Barbados makes the long-haul journey refreshingly straightforward. Beforehand, passengers would have to exit the terminal in Manchester and re-enter, going through the security process again..

Julia Labedz
Jan 72 min read


Jamaica FAM Trip Rolls on to Montego Bay
On the Virgin Atlantic fam trip to Jamaica that took place last week, it was the Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort and Spa that hosted the group for its first two nights on arrival to the tropical Caribbean island, while JOIA Rose Hall by Iberostar hosted the group for their final two nights!

Katie Doyle
Jan 74 min read


Cliff Diving, Cocktails & 7-Mile Long Beaches: Jamaica FAM Trip Day 2!
ITTN’s Katie joins Travel Counsellor Claire Maher, Kaytlyn Fitzharris of Barter’s Travel Net, Alison Clark from Club Travel, Kat Tryjankowska from Tropical Sky, Louise Kenna of Cassidy Travel’s Dundrum branch, Edel Ward from Best4Travel and Joanne Gomez from Travel Focus on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!

Katie Doyle
Jan 74 min read


Irish Travel Trade Embarks on Jamaica FAM Trip with Jamaica Tourism Board & APG Ireland’s Celine Duffy
In partnership with the Jamaica Tourism Board, Celene Duffy (Key Account Manager for APG Ireland) is hosting a fam trip of key travel trade to the vibrant island of Jamaica on a four-night fam that took off yesterday!

Katie Doyle
Jan 72 min read


Expedition Kissimmee FAM Wraps with Luxe Vacation Home Showcase & Holiday Magic
ITTN’s Julia Labedz is continuing the Expedition Kissimmee FAM trip, joined by Jo White of Experience Kissimmee, Charlotte Flach of Selling Travel, and 10 international media representatives. Today’s itinerary placed the spotlight on high-end hospitality, with exclusive access to luxury vacation homes, resort experiences, and even some festive entertainment across Kissimmee.

Julia Labedz
Jan 75 min read


Florida’s Wildlife and Flagship Attractions Take Centre Stage on Expedition Kissimmee FAM
ITTN’s Julia Labedz is on the Expedition Kissimmee FAM trip this week, exploring one of Florida’s most dynamic visitor destinations through a packed itinerary. The group spent the day discovering some of the area’s wildest highlights, riding rollercoasters, skimming across the Everglades on an airboat, and spotting a Floridian classic – ‘gators!

Julia Labedz
Jan 74 min read


Sun, Souks & Scenery: Agadir FAM with the Moroccan National Tourist Office
ITTN’s Sophie Power joined a curated FAM trip – with the Moroccan National Tourist Office – showcasing some of Morocco’s most captivating destinations.

Sophie Power
Jan 71 min read


ITTN’s Sophie Power Explores Morocco on a FAM Trip Across Agadir, Essaouira & Marrakech
ITTN’s Sophie Power joined a curated FAM trip – with the Moroccan National Tourist Office – showcasing some of Morocco’s most captivating destinations.

Sophie Power
Jan 72 min read


Top 5 Female World-Travellers
Celebrating International Women's Day today, we're looking at past and present female world-travellers!

Katie Doyle
Mar 8, 20255 min read


Here's How Katie Earned her Travel Stripes!
Hello! My name is Katie and I’m the new Head of Content and Media with the ITTN group...

Katie Doyle
Jan 8, 20254 min read


5 Days in the Sunshine State: Exploring Colorado!
300 days of sun, sprawling plains, mountain ranges; Colorado really has it all.

Julia Labedz
Sep 18, 202418 min read


History, Scenic Views and Fireworks in New Hampshire Pt.2
The gang made their way alongside the rest of the group towards New Hampshire...

Emer Roche
Apr 17, 20242 min read


Travel Tip Tuesday with Iron Maiden Rocker (and Pilot) Bruce Dickinson
While this may seem completely random to many, the Iron Maiden lead singer has, for some time, been a qualified pilot...

Emer Roche
Apr 2, 20243 min read


Winding Streets, Lemon Scents and Dry Wines in Mallorca
The largest of the Balearic Islands packs a punch when it comes to architecture, beauty and culture.

Emer Roche
Mar 19, 20242 min read


How to Spend a Vibrant 3 Days in Istanbul
Maria Uchoa from Travel2Ireland recently spent a long weekend in Istanbul, Türkiye, as a guest of the Turkish Tourism Board, UK.

Emer Roche
Feb 28, 20242 min read
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