Press release date: 11th November 2013 According to figures from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela, so far in 2013, nearly 210,000 people have walked the Camino de Santiago. The Camino de Santiago is undoubtedly a special trip, a life-changing experience for many, but why do many people…
Why you should be using images in your Facebook posts
Did you know that photo posts on Facebook receive more engagement than links, videos or text-only updates? According to a recent survey, posts which are accompanied by images actually account for 93% of the most engaging posts on Facebook – meaning that you should always try and include an image with your post! Recent…
Facebook Friday – starting next week!
Are you a Facebook business page admin? If yes, then you will know how much of a headache the constant changes on Facebook can be. Trying to keep up to date with new Facebook rules and functionality developments can also be a real challenge. Starting next Friday, 1st November, we will be kicking off ‘Facebook…
Blue Insurances Travel Media Awards – categories announced!
The third annual Blue Insurances Travel Media awards take place on Wednesday 27th November in the 5* Shelbourne Hotel. The awards will once again be sponsored by Blue Insurances, and this year we are also delighted to welcome on board Amadeus, who will sponsor the pre-awards reception. Voting will open on Sunday 3rd November on…
Big wins at the Northern Ireland Travel and Tourism Awards
TravelMedia.ie clients, Blue Insurances and American Holidays were both crowned winners at last Friday’s prestigious Northern Ireland Travel and Tourism Awards. Hundreds of members of the Irish travel trade descended on the Slieve Donald Resort and Spa in Newcastle, County Down for the bash, which has now become and highlight in the annual travel industry…
7 Spooky Camino Facts
Press release date: 23rd October 2013 The Camino de Santiago takes walkers to Santiago de Compostela, capital of Galicia, a land of rich folklore, colourful legends and frightening spirits. Many also believe witches still exist in Galicia, living in disguise and mixed in with the general population. With Halloween…
Get 10% off your 2014 Camino
Press release date: 14th October 2013 Book your Camino de Santiago holiday for 2014 by December 2013 and receive a 10% discount with CaminoWays.com, the walking and cycling holiday specialists. The Camino de Santiago is a very unique experience, a walking holiday like no other and a life-changing trip…
Celebrate the Rioja Wine Harvest in Logroño
Press release date: 19th August 2013 The city of Logroño, capital of La Rioja, celebrates its most famous export with the Fiesta de la Vendimia Riojana, the Rioja Grape Harvest Festival, in late September every year. From 20th until 25th September 2013, Logroño will honour Saint Mathew but also…
Three new categories at the Northern Ireland Travel and Tourism Awards 2013
Three new categories will be a feature of the 2013 Northern Ireland Travel and Tourism Awards, to be held once again in October at the Slieve Donard Resort and Spa, Newcastle, County Down. In recognition of the continued growth worldwide in the cruise industry, there will be a new award this year for the Best Specialist Cruise Company…
Innstant Travel – New Team Member
Innstant Travel is pleased to announce the arrival of the following new team member Alvaro Aravena – Business Development Manager Ireland, who brings with him over 18 years of experience in the Irish Travel industry. Alvaro says “I am delighted to join the Innstant Group and look forward to working closely with all the agents…