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Frazer group halts Carlingford-Greenore ferry service after nine years Aer Lingus inaugurates Dublin to Pittsburgh 4w USA visits from Ireland…
Germany reduces aviation tax after Ryanair exodus
The reduction takes effect on 1 July 2026. The new tax rates are €13.03, €33.01 and €59.43. Parliament approved a…
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Lufthansa to reinstate Cork to Frankfurt route 2w from June 1
Lufthansa will resume its Frankfurt to Cork service from 1 June 2026, strengthening connectivity for…
Aer Lingus inaugurates Dublin to Pittsburgh 4w
Aer Lingus has launched the Dublin to Pittsburgh service on 25 May 2026. The route…
Ryanair becomes debt free after repaying final bond
Ryanair has repaid its final €1.2 billion bond on 25 May. The group now operates…
Irish holidaymakers receive reminder on travel insurance cover
66pc of Irish holidaymakers have felt more at risk of travel disruption. Only 30pc have…
More details release of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Belfast August 2-9
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann takes place in Belfast from 2 August to 9 August 2026.…
Irish Holidaymakers increase domestic holiday plans for 2026
38pc of respondents have selected a staycation as their main holiday this year. A fifth…
Navan Midsummer Festival launches with local backing
The Navan Midsummer Festival runs from 18 June 2026 to 21 June 2026. The event…
Dublin Airport home insulation scheme has stalled
The scheme has stalled following European Commission intervention. Certain homes near Dublin Airport could avail…