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After THIRTEEN years of talks what do the EU261 changes mean for passengers? More spend but shorter trips, key takeaways…
After THIRTEEN years of talks what do the EU261 changes mean for passengers?
Agreement reached between the European Parliament & Council Stricter air passenger rights, f Mandated free cabin baggage, Retained 3-hour delay…
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‘Wrong signal at the worst possible time‘ – Dublin doubles hotel development levy
Dublin City Council doubled the hotel development levy. The new rate stands at €244 per…
VIVA hosts Irish agents on 12-night Summer Magic from Basel to Vienna sailing
The trip covered the first three nights of a 12-night sailing. Agents visited Basel, Strasbourg,…
Ronan group secures planning permission for 288-bed aparthotel in Dublin Docklands
Johnny Ronan’s Ronan Group Real Estate (RGRE) has received planning permission from Dublin City Council…
Bobby Healy’s Manna Drones refused permission for aerial delivery hub in Dundrum
The council cited insufficient noise impact evidence. Biodiversity evaluation was deemed inadequate. 216 third party…
EU 261 Reaction: ‘Bureaucratic bunkum’ – Miichael O’Leary CEO of Ryanair
The reforms require advertising of fares that include hand luggage. Over 50 percent of passengers…
EU261 Reaction: “Opportunity lost’ – Willie Walsh Director General of IATA
The regulatory burden reaches €8 billion annually. Meaningful reform on delay thresholds was removed. Airports…
EU261 Reaction: ‘A great day for travellers and airlines’ – EU Commissioner Apostolos
The agreement maintains the three hour delay compensation threshold. Children under 14 receive free adjacent…
HERE are the main midsummer events and festivals across Ireland
Here are the most prominent midsummer events and festivals across Ireland Hill of Uisneach Summer…