News, travel inspiration and tips from the JWT Cruises team.

Christmas Travel Gifts with JWT Travel

If you are looking for inspiration this festive season, here's a selection of great Christmas Travel gifts and travel ideas for you and your loved ones from the JWT Travel

Our Christmas Opening Hours

Dear customers, please note our Christmas opening hours are the following: DECEMBER CLOSED: 24th, 25th, 26th OPEN: 23rd, 29th, 30th, 31st [Team will be available online and by phone] JANUARY

Black Friday Offers at JWT Travel

Now is the best time to book your next holiday with JWT Travel as we have some fantastic Black Friday offers, available for a limited time only: €100 OFF SELECTED

JWT Cruises wins two awards at the Travel Centres conference

Galway based JWT Cruises, part of JWT Travel, scooped two awards at the prestigious 2025 Travel Centres conference and awards which took place at Lawlors Hotel in Naas on Saturday

Accessible Cruises: Cruise lines offering accessibility services for people with reduced mobility

*Please note: the details on this blog have been gathered from each cruise line’s official websites and publicly available information. Accessibility can vary by ship, itinerary and date. Since each

Vote for JWT Travel at the Irish Travel Trade Awards

At JWT Travel we are thrilled to be among the nominees for the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards 2025 again this year and we would like to invite all our

Things to do and see in Cologne

Our German intern Mirja shares her favourite things to do and see in Cologne, her home city. Cologne is a popular destination for river cruises, school trips and also Christmas

3 Extraordinary Expedition Cruise destinations to experience once in a lifetime

Are you dreaming of joining an expedition cruise and traveling beyond the ordinary? Expedition cruises are a unique way to explore the most remote destinations across the globe; from breathtaking

Cruise Week Special: Win €500 OFF your cruise holiday

CLIA Cruise Week takes place from Monday 15th to Sunday 21st September and at JWT Cruises we'd like to celebrate: we are giving all new cruise bookings made this week

Top 6 winter sun cruise destinations

If you are dreaming of swapping grey winter days for blue oceans, here are our Top 6 winter sun cruise destinations:

Wonderful winter travel ideas

We have fantastic winter travel ideas for you, whether you are looking to escape the cold or embrace the season’s magic

Travel Tips: things to know before visiting Japan

Heading to Japan on a cruise holiday, escorted tour, or school trip? Monika, our intern from Japan, shares some helpful travel tips to make your journey smoother and more enjoyable.

4 Reasons to go on an Adults-Only Cruise

Whether you want to join an adults-only cruise as part of a solo, romantic, or a friend’s trip or enjoy some private and peaceful time at the adult designated areas

6 Fantastic Autumn getaway ideas

Autumn is a fantastic season to travel. Today we pick 6 wonderful Autumn getaway ideas

Exploring the Big Apple: Top things to do and see in New York

Looking for ideas for your trip to the Big Apple? Elena from JWT Travel is just back from a trip to New York and shares some of her favourite things

A simple guide on responsible travel

Travelling isn't only about exploring new places, but also an opportunity to practice responsible travel. Whether you join a relaxing river or ocean cruise, walk one of the ancient trails

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