The power of FIFTEEN: a 15:1 return on investment– Tourism Ireland launches 2026 marketing plans in Dublin
Tourism Ireland deepened tourism from the United States and Great Britain while rolling out a…
Yearly Archives: 2026
Center Parcs submits plans for NEW aerial zipline at Longford Forest
Center Parcs submits plans for aerial zipline at Longford Forest. New attraction named forest glider…
FITUR preparations disrupted by deadly train collision in Córdoba
Major events at tomorrow’s upcoming FITUR 2026 tourism fair in Madrid have been postponed or…
IMPACT union ballots Aer Lingus cabin crew for strike over Manchester base future
The IMPACT union is balloting Aer Lingus cabin crew for potential industrial action amid uncertainty…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county DUBLIN
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud in the Merrion Hotel (one star 1990-95, two Michelin stars since 1996):…
Jeff Collins and Caroline O’Toole accept Travel Centres award in London from Celebrity Cruises
The citation praised the consortium’s clear commitment to technology and bold creative approaches that kept…
Catalonia to double tourist tax to €7 per night in bid to curtail tourism
The Catalan government has confirmed plans to double the tourist tax starting in 2026, raising…
Health tourism tour operator Ekol International Ireland records €125,000 profit
Ekol International Ireland Ltd achieved €125,000 profit in 2024. The entity supported Ekol Hospital’s medical…
Air Astana shareholders approve five B787-9 order conversion
Shareholders approve the commitment during the meeting. The firm order covers five B787-9 aircraft. Five…
Yemen’s airline start-up Sama sanctioned by the USA
OFAC applied sanctions over alleged Houthi links. The company presented itself as a Yemeni airline…
Sudan conflict has destroyed 28 aircraft at Khartoum Airport – analysts
Destruction underscores the scale of impact on civil aviation assets. Many aircraft belonged to operators…
International tourist arrivals up 4pc in 2025 reflecting strong travel demand around the world
International tourist arrivals increased by 4pc in 2025 compared to the previous year. This growth…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county LAOIS
Overall (Best Restaurant): Bramley, Abbeyleix: This characterful neighbourhood restaurant in Abbeyleix, housed in a converted…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county MONAGHAN
Overall: Courthouse Restaurant, Carrickmacross: Recognised as the top dining venue in the awards, the Courthouse…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county TYRONE
Overall: The Brewer’s House, Donaghmore: A highly acclaimed gastropub nestled in the village of Donaghmore,…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county FERMANAGH
Overall: Tully Mill Restaurant, Florencecourt: this outstanding establishment claimed the top prize for its exceptional…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county DOWN
Overall Winner: Noble, Holywood, A bustling neighbourhood restaurant in Holywood offering exceptional contemporary dining with…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county DERRY
Overall: Artis Restaurant by Phelim O’Hagan: Artis Restaurant by Phelim O’Hagan stood out as the…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county CAVAN
Overall: MacNean House & Restaurant, Blacklion: MacNean House & Restaurant in Blacklion was named overall…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county ARMAGH
Overall: Sinton’s at The Bridge, Scarva: Sinton’s at The Bridge is a welcoming restaurant situated…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county DONEGAL
Overall Winner: The Lemon Tree, Letterkenny, A family-run Michelin-recommended restaurant offering contemporary Irish cooking with…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county ANTRIM
Overall: The Muddlers Club Restaurant, Belfast: The Muddlers Club is a Michelin-starred restaurant tucked away…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county GALWAY
Lignum in rural Galway near Loughrea, recently accorded Michelin status, received another accolade when it…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county SLIGO
Overall: Eala Bhán, Sligo: Eala Bhán in Sligo town has been named Overall winner for…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county ROSCOMMON
Overall: The Old Stone House, Castlerea: The Old Stone House in Ballinlough near Castlerea has…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county LEITRIM
Overall: The Cottage Restaurant, Jamestown: The Cottage Restaurant in Jamestown is a multiple award-winning establishment…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county MAYO
Overall: An Port Mór, Westport: An Port Mór in Westport has long been a cornerstone…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county WATERFORD
Overall: Everett’s Restaurant, Waterford city A standout fine-dining bistro in the heart of historic Waterford city,…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county TIPPERARY
Overall: Chez Hans, Cashel A long-established fine dining restaurant (since 1968) housed in a striking converted…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county LIMERICK
Overall: 1826 Adare, Adare A highly acclaimed, independent fine-dining restaurant in the charming village of Adare,…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county KERRY
Best Restaurant: Mulcahy’s, Kenmare, A celebrated fine-dining establishment in the heart of Kenmare offering refined…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county CORK
Overall: Restaurant Chestnut, Ballydehob An intimate, Michelin-starred restaurant in the West Cork village of Ballydehob, run…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county CLARE
Overall: Homestead Cottage, Doolin A Michelin-starred gem in a charming 200-year-old rural cottage near Doolin, run…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county OFFALY
Overall (Best Restaurant): The Blue Apron Restaurant, Tullamore: This intimate, family-run fine dining restaurant in…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county CARLOW
Overall (Best Restaurant): Sha-Roe Bistro, Clonegal, A Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded gem in the picturesque village…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county KILDARE
Overall (Best Restaurant): Neighbourhood Naas: This award-winning fine dining restaurant in the heart of Naas,…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county KILKENNY
Overall (Best Restaurant): Campagne: This Michelin-starred restaurant in Kilkenny city centre offers elegant, French-inspired modern…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county LONGFORD
Overall (Best Restaurant): Midtown Kitchen & Bar, Longford town: This vibrant fusion restaurant in the…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county LOUTH
Overall (Best Restaurant): Square Restaurant (Dundalk): This bijou fine-dining spot in Dundalk town centre is…
AWARD winning restaurants in Ireland’s county MEATH
Overall (Best Restaurant): Zucchini’s Restaurant Navan: A long-established favourite in Navan town centre, this award-winning…