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Understanding the EU’s Entry/Exit System – ABTA Encourage Members to Get Involved
WITH a speech from Commissioner Johansson on the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) confirming the target date for implementation is
10th November,
ABTA is encouraging members to use the time now to understand what the new system will mean for their customers and businesses. Luke
Petherbridge, Director
Public Affairs at ABTA – The Travel Association said:
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“It has now been confirmed by the EU that the target date for launching the Entry/Exit System (EES) is 10th November. “It is really important that the industry takes the time now to understand the new EES system, and what it will mean for their customers and their businesses. “ABTA has information available to members in the ABTA MemberZone, as
Emirates Trade Appreciation Night
NI Travel News was delighted to be in attendance at the annual Emirates Trade Appreciaiton Night at the Waterman, Belfast. The evening showcased Emirates’ achievements
and a look at the developments for 2025.
Thank you to Anita and the team for a great evening.
Jason Wheelan Appointed Managing Director For Cover-More Blue Insurance Services Limited
COVER-MORE Blue Insurance Services Limited (formerly Blue Insurance Limited) has appointed Jason Whelan as Managing Director.
Headquartered in Dublin, Cover-More Blue is a leading supplier of travel and specialist
insurance products with operations in Ireland and the UK. It provides travel, car hire excess, pet, and gadget insurance through brands including
blueinsurance.ie,
Multitrip.com, Carhireexcess. com,
Gadgetinsurance.com, and
Petinsurance.ie and through key distribution partners.
‘A True Friend’: Well-Known Industry Figure Passes Away
NI Travel News was
extremely saddened to learn of the death of much loved friend and colleague Paulette Moran at the weekend.
Paulette sadly
passed away on Saturday 27th July 2024 after battling a short illness. NI Travel News recalls with fondness,
Paulette’s
enthusiasm for the industry and warmth she brought to every event she worked for and attended- Most recently, her attendance at this year’s Big Travel Trade Event 2024. NI Travel News’ Adair said:
Jonathan “I was devastated to hear
the loss of a truly wonderful woman. Paulette had been a big part of the success of Belfast Holidayworld over 30 years, and I will miss our conversations throughout the year and her enthusiasm to make the show the best it could be. She was always supportive of our team at NITN and me,
and we will
miss her. My thoughts and prayers go out the Maureen, Edmund, Maria,
Shane, all
the Holidayworld staff and her family at this sad time; they have lost an invaluable member of their team and a lovely person. May she rest in peace.”
Out and About with NITN
CEO of Business Exhibitions Limited Maria Hourican, spoke kindly of her former colleague, “We are profoundly saddened by the passing of Paulette. Paulette was more than a colleague, she was a true friend. She was loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure by her partner John, daughter Sinéad, son-in-law Darragh, grandchildren Ruby and Fiadh, and by everyone at Business Exhibitions Limited. As we reflect on Paulette’s time with us, we remember a life so beautifully lived, and beautifully shared with everyone who knew Paulette.”
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well as on our consumer website www.
abta.com.eesandetias. We’ll also be running a conference call for members about EES in September. “We are working closely with the European Commission and UK Government to establish the next steps for their communications plans and will update members as and when there is more information.”
ON Friday (16th August), NI Travel News and agents joined Travel Solutions and Carnival whilst
stepping onboard Carnival Cruises’
‘Carnival Legend’ as she docked in Belfast. This spirit-class ship was launched back in 2001 and christened by Dame Judi Dench and has since undergone refurbishment in 2024! Whilst onboard, agents enjoyed a presentation from Luke Smith (Director of UK & International Sales), where they heard all about the exciting future of Carnival Cruises. Agents also had the chance to see what the ship has to offer via ship tour, demonstrating its ‘something for everyone’ attitude, including a waterpark for both small kids and big kids! The ship has been colourfully designed and inspired by Camelot & Merlin with much to wonder at
whilst onboard – guest favourites
such as the Cloud 9 Spa (previously the spa) and Fahrenheit 555(previously the steakhouse) have been upgraded for guests. Many Thanks to Travel Solutions & Carnival for having us onboard the wonderful Carnival Legend! Carnival Cruise Line has revealed it is working with tour operator Travel Solutions to grow trade awareness and sales in Northern Ireland. Independent agents will now be able to use Travel Solutions’ platforms to book Carnival packages for their clients.
Hays Travel Announce 2024 Big Hays Travel Thank You
THE BIG HAYS TRAVEL THANK YOU is back. Hays Travel will award SEVEN monthly prizes in September, October, and November,
with
even more prizes given away in December’s countdown to Christmas.
Chosen
at random, there will be five retail winners – one in each Hays Travel division – one in Head Office, and one homeworker selected from the personal travel consultant, and the virtual and cruise contact centre areas.
ON THE ROAD WITH ROYAL CARIBBEAN
HAD a visit from the NI Travel News Team yet? NI Travel News’ Christine has hit the road once again to bring all the latest news, events and updates from Travel News head- quarters to you, our local travel agents!
Across August, Christine has been stopping in to chat all thing Bookit by NITN and Sep- tember On Tour roadshows. Recently, she helped deliver a number of new newspaper stands to local branches. Keep you eyes peeled, will we be seeing you next?
Pictured are local agents Christine visited over this period ahead of the September On Tour roadshows.
September/October 2024
Carnival Boosts Northern Ireland Trade Relationships with New Partnership
BY the end of September, the Royal Caribbean Sales team aim to have visiting 150 agents across the north and south. The team will be sharing the news on the 2025 Belfast charter, as well the newly launched trade rewards programme, Upper Deck. They will also learn more about Royal Caribbean’s key product offering for 2025.
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