Effective summer 2019 Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) will extend its southeast Europe network, beginning operating its own non-stop scheduled flights to Bucharest, Sofia and Izmir. Flights from Kiev to Sofia and Bucharest are scheduled for the beginning of the summer season -- March 31,...

A new focus on the floral beauties of France has been devised to add a greater bloom to the French tourism picture this year. You don’t have to be an agronomist or gardening enthusiast to know that France has some of the most remarkable gardens in the world, appealing to anyone who...

Belfast & the Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland has been named the number one region in the world for travellers in 2018. The region receives the accolade in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2018 – the highly anticipated collection of the world’s hottest trends, destinations and...

For 2018, escorted tour company Globus is unveiling vacations that shine a light on England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales – highlighted by dimly-lit pubs, sunlit castles and candlelit cottages. “Our tours are a wonderful way to explore – every itinerary is hand-crafted, we include...

Air Transat has expanded its summer 2018 Europe program by adding direct flights to nine destinations in France, Spain, Portugal, Ireland and Israel. This is thanks to the addition of an Airbus A330 to its fleet. “The addition of this aircraft next summer allows us to strengthen our...

The Globus family of brands is reminding agents that port transfers for big-ship cruises can now be provided in conjunction with a Monograms City Getaway or a Globus/Cosmos tour. “This is a great way to add incremental revenue while at the same time providing an exceptional way for your...

European Waterways is offering a selection of 2017 fall season specials that are up to 20% off for cabins and whole boat charters. The specials apply to some of its most popular vessels, including hotel barges that cruise France’s famous wine-making regions during the annual grape harvest...

Insight Vacations has released its 2018 Europe Preview program which offers clients a glimpse into its new 2018 Europe program, including seven Luxury Gold journeys and eight new “European Discoveries” Premium Journeys itineraries that venture through the heart of the continent. Between...

Carr Golf – an Irish and Scottish provider of golf vacations – will hold its second-annual World Links Invitational Pro-Am in the southwest of Ireland Sept. 27 to Oct. 3 in partnership with The Pinnacle Experience. Carr Golf and The Pinnacle Experience have 50 years’ experience hosting...

European Waterways has special offers on many of its hotel barges of 20% off on charters for cruises on the canals and rivers of Europe. The offers apply to a range of spring and summer departure dates and must be booked by Feb. 28 to be eligible. Other conditions may apply. Among the...