Global Hotel Alliance predicts slower, personalised and tech-enabled travel in 2026
The Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has outlined key priorities for 2026, with travellers favouring slower,…
Yearly Archives: 2026
EasyJet boosts Spain capacity by 6.5pc and launches Barcelona digital hub in 2026
EasyJet has announced a 6.5pc increase in seat capacity to and from Spain for fiscal…
Spain’s tourism growth expected to slow down in 2026
As Spain enters 2026, industry experts are forecasting a more moderate expansion in the tourism…
Shannon Airport airliner update highlights ongoing activity
FlyingInIreland.com has published the latest Shannon Airliner Update detauiling aircraft passing through for maintenance, along with those…
Duffer brothers suggest Ireland as ideal setting for Stranger Things spin-off
The creators of Stranger Things reveal Ireland would suit a spin-off series perfectly. Matt and Ross…
Ireland West Airport celebrates record-breaking year
Ireland West Airport has confirmed its busiest year on record with an estimated 945,000 passengers,…
Historic arrow ceremony revives tradition at Hook Lighthouse
The ancient Arrow Ceremony has taken place at Hook Lighthouse in County Wexford. Dunbrody Archers…
Sligo prepares for Spanish Armada heritage projects in 2026
Projects centred on the Spanish Armada have been planned by Sligo tourism in 2026, promising…
Woodenbridge hotel served 121,000 meals in busy 2025
Woodenbridge Hotel and Lodge in Wicklow reports that it served 121,387 meals throughout 2025. Turkey…
Ballyfin Demesne hotel reports loss of €388k in 2024
Ballyfin Demesne Ltd records pre-tax losses of €389,281 in 2024, more than four times the…
Pre-tax losses rise at Wrights of Howth group in latest accounts
Wrights of Howth Group Holdings Ltd reported pre-tax losses of €613,391 for the year to…
HAPPENING in Spain: Festivals in Ireland’s favorite holiday destination in January
The standout event of the month comes early in Spain with Día de los Reyes…
Bratislava, Gdańsk, Pescara, Rabat,Tirana –Ryanair reveals FIVE destinations to watch in 2026
Ryanair has revealed five destinations to watch for 2026: Bratislava, Gdańsk, Pescara, Rabat and Tirana,…
TEN cruise ships gather in Madeira for New Year’s Eve firework display
Ten ships: Mein Schiff Relax, Mein Schiff 3, Mein Schiff 7, AIDAbella, Artania, Bolette, Arcadia,…
Dublin airport issued 1,931 fines in 2025 for drivers who dawdled too long at Dublin Airport’s drop-off zones
Dublin airport issued 1,931 fines in 2025 for drivers who dawdled too long at Dublin…
Zipit Forest Adventures wins finding for adventure site in Donadea, county Kildare
Zipit Forest Adventures Ltd has been awarded funding for a new outdoor centre in Donadea,…
Here are the most anticipated hotels scheduled to open in Ireland in 2026
Here are the most anticipated hotels scheduled to open in Ireland in 2026, selected based…
France to top 100m visitors in 2025 for second year as Spain reaches 97.3m in second place
Early indications are that France will surpass 100m visitors again in 2025, having first passed…
FROZENLAND and other BIG plans for Disneyland Paris in 2026
Disneyland Paris has BIG plans for 2026, the opening of World of Frozen, an immersive…
69pc of Ireland’s air passengers went through Dublin airport in 2025
The proportion of passenger traffic on and off then island passing through Dublin Airport has…
The world’s largest sale of Tayto and other end-of-year surprises from Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport Authority statistics from Dublin Airport in 2025 showing an Irish breakfast sells every…
Evolving travel rules and trends that will shape European tourism in 2026
As 2026 dawns, European tourism faces transformative shifts with new regulations and opportunities for savvy…
Visitors from Spain to overtake Germany as Ireland’s third largest inbound market in 2025, first change in order of top three in FORTY years
Spain will overtake Germany as Ireland’s third most important inbound market by visitor numbers in…
HERE are the major river cruise launches of 2026
Here are the main river cruise ship launches scheduled for 2026: Amadeus Aurea: A 158-guest…
HERE are the plans for Disney Orlando & California in 2026
At Walt Disney World, construction is progressing on the Tropical Americas area at Disney’s Animal…
US tourism faces uncertain 2026: Growth tempered by visa bans and social media scrutiny
As the United States gears up for a potentially banner year in tourism with events…
HERE are the major ocean cruise ship launches of 2026
While the rush of cruise capacity to the Caribbean seems to be unabated and gaining…
HERE are the plans for Universal Orlando in 2026
New ticket options for 2026 to be introduced at Universal Orlando will allow multi-day access…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Antrim
Friendship Series: 2-3 January 2026, SSE Arena, Belfast. This marks the first NCAA Division 1…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Wicklow
Al Porter & Guests Comedy Show (30–31 January 2026, O’Shea’s Corner, Wicklow Town): A hilarious evening…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Wexford
Dan McCabe in Concert (16 January 2026, Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy area): A captivating live show…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Westmeath
Festival Mná 2026 (3 January 2026, Dún Na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park, Moate): Ireland’s only…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Waterford
The Three Amigos in Concert (30 January 2026, Tower Hotel, Waterford City): An entertaining live performance…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Tyrone
Traditional Irish Baking Class (Sat 10 Jan) Immerse yourself in a morning of Traditional Irish Baking! Join…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Tipperary
The Coming of Spring Tradfest (31 January–1 February 2026, Abbey Court Hotel & Leisure Centre, Nenagh):…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Sligo
The High Kings in Concert (24 January 2026, Knocknarea Arena, Sligo): A lively performance by the…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Roscommon
The Fureys in Concert (1 February 2026, Abbey Hotel, Roscommon Town): A performance by the legendary…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Offaly
Upcoming events in County Offaly include the annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival (August 1-9,…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Monaghan
Keith Barry: Unhinged – 25 Years Inside Your Minds (10 January 2026, Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan Town):…
HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Meath
Nollaig na mBan Celebration (early January 2026, likely around 6 January): A special women’s celebration event…