ITTN Showcases Travel Trends at Holiday World Show Dublin 2026

The 35th edition of the Holiday World Show Dublin took place from January 23-25, 2026, at the RDS Simmonscourt, bringing together over 1,000 travel professionals from more than 50 countries. The event serves as Ireland’s premier platform for holiday inspiration and travel trade networking, emphasizing the industry’s resilience and growth potential.

On the morning of January 23, the ITTN team participated in an exclusive Trade & Media session, which ran from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. This segment allowed the team to connect with familiar faces and new exhibitors, representing a diverse array of destinations, tour operators, cruise lines, and tourism boards. Notable attendees included Tom Randles, President of the Irish Travel Agents Association, who provided insights into the current state of the travel industry.

During the event, the ITTN team conducted a series of short interviews with representatives from Travelmarvel, Princess Cruises, Avalon Waterways, Riviera Travel, South African Tourism, Jamaica Tourism, and Portugal Tourism. These discussions revealed promising trends for 2026, highlighting an array of new experiences, cruise ships, and destinations poised to attract travelers.

The key takeaway from the Trade & Media morning was a collective sense of optimism. Attendees expressed excitement about the upcoming year, with many indicating that 2026 would be particularly busy and fruitful for the travel sector.

As the event opened to the public at 12:30 PM, the atmosphere shifted dramatically. The exhibit halls filled with eager attendees, all looking to plan their next vacations. This surge in interest signifies a strong demand for travel services, marking a positive sign for the industry right from the outset of the event.

Throughout the day, the ITTN team remained on-site, continuing to engage in meetings and gather insights from various exhibitors. The Holiday World Show will keep its momentum through the weekend, with public opening hours as follows:

Public Opening Times:
– Friday, January 23: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
– Saturday, January 24: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
– Sunday, January 25: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

For additional information about the event, visit www.holidayworldshow.com. The enthusiasm observed at the Holiday World Show Dublin demonstrates a reinvigorated travel market, ready to embrace new opportunities in the year ahead.