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Travel Lessons: D Day Landings

6th June marks the anniversary of the D Day Landings in Normandy, a crucial date in the development of World War II. On this day we remember the Allied invasion

What is the Botafumeiro and when can I see it?

What is the Botafumeiro? The Botafumeiro is an impressive ‘censer’ or thurible that measures 1.50 metres and weighs 53kg and one of the most striking rituals at the Cathedral of

4 Exciting No-Fly Cruises from Ireland

At JWT Cruises we bring you 4 exciting No-Fly Cruises from Ireland, departing in 2025! Sail from Ireland, hassle free with no airports or luggage weight to worry about, to

Cruise the Romantic Rhine in Luxury this Autumn

JWT Travel has an exclusive offer for those looking to cruise the Rhine River in luxury this October.

When is the best time to do the Camino de Santiago?

When is the best time to do the Camino de Santiago? This is a common question and one with many answers. Most pilgrims embark on their Camino journey generally from

4 ideas for your school trip to Spain

Looking for ideas for your school trip to Spain? From magical Moorish palaces to Modernist cathedrals, top football museums to ancient pilgrimage trails… we share some of our favourite destinations

Top 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites you should visit in a lifetime

Would you like to join JWT Travel on fantastic tours visiting the most outstanding UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world? From the Volcanic Galapagos Archipelago, considered a wildlife sanctuary,

Things to do on a school trip to Paris

There is so much to see and do on a school trip to Paris you’d probably want to come back again soon. A centre of culture and art, rich in

Cruise Review: Caroline and Kayleigh experience Sun Princess

"It was special from the moment I first stepped onboard, you could feel the excitement from the staff, they were so proud to welcome us and their existing guests, also

Things to do and see on a school trip to Berlin

Berlin is a city that has reinvented itself many times and that students adore. Today we cover some of the greatest things to do and see on a school trip to Berlin.

WIN Leinster Rugby Tickets

At JWT Travel, official travel partners of Leinster Rugby, we have TWO premium tickets to give away to ONE lucky winner so you can join the Sea of Blue at

Tips to help you plan the perfect school trip abroad

Are you a teacher planning a school trip abroad? Our travel experts share some simple and practical tips to make it as easy as possible to manage and organise your

Galentines Day Travel Special: Cruise the Med with your best friends!

At JWT Cruises we have a Mediterranean Cruise Special to celebrate love and life-long friendship this Galentines Day, 13th February. Cruise with your best friends for only €599 per person

Uniworld and JWT Cruises at Holiday World Show

Meet Caroline O'Toole, head of Cruises at JWT Travel, at Holiday Wold Show Dublin on Friday 26th January. Caroline will be joining the fabulous Uniworld team at STAND H12 on

Top destinations for WWII History School Trips

With Holocaust Memorial Day being commemorated across the world on 27th January, we share today important historic places, ideal for WWII History school trips and educational tours with a special

5 ideas for a memorable school trip to Italy

Extraordinary monuments, ancient archaeology, delicious food and stunning landscapes… Italy has all the ingredients for an unforgettable educational tour. Our travel experts pick some of their favourites to inspire you

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