‘Slots are NOT property rights’ – NEW twist to saga of Dublin airport passenger cap as EU advocate general upholds IAA restrictions
The Advocate General of the Court of Justice of the European Union has issued an…
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Do NOT travel to Cuba and SEVEN other updates to travel advice from the DFA this week
DestinationUpdateBangladeshSecurity status upgraded to Level 3, ‘Avoid Non-Essential Travel’, Update regarding elections on 12 February, CubaSecurity status…
Portugal received 564,400 visits from Ireland in 2025 up 2pc
Portugal’s tourism sector wrapped up 2025 with a solid performance in December, as official figures…
Avolon reports 29pc rise in net income for 2025
Avolon confirmed net income of €546m for the full year 2025, representing a 29 per…
Destination2 brand launched in Irish market by American Holidays
https://youtu.be/P3bTyMS8iqw Destination2, a travel brand founded in England in 2018, has been launched in the…
Wyatt Hotel in Westport secures permission for major expansion
Mayo County Council granted planning permission for a substantial extension to the Wyatt Hotel in…
Ireland visits to Australia reach 97,190 in 2025 up 12.4pc
Irish visits to Australia reached a record 97,190 in 2025, up 12.4pc on 2024. December…
HBX Group forms seven-year strategic partnership with Dida Holdings
HBX Group has confirmed a seven-year preferred strategic partnership with Dida Holdings to enhance global…
IATA WLS to Address Liability Challenges in Global Aviation
The International Air Transport Association will host the 2026 World Legal Symposium from 17 to…
Westminster tourism levies would dent growth – WTTC
World Travel & Tourism Council – WTTC warns that Westminster’s new tourism levies would dent…
Storm Nils causes ‘significant disruptions’ to Spanish aviation
The windstorm known as storm Nils caused significant disruptions to Spanish aviation with numerous flight…
FOUR Dublin rotations cancelled by Lufthansa strike
Lufthansa passengers face widespread disruption as pilots and cabin crew gear up for a 24-hour…
Two Irish properties accorded five stars in Forbes Travel Guide 2026 star ratings
Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Star Awards have been announced according five stars to two Irish…
KEY takeaways from day TWO of BIT 2026 in Milan
The second day of the Borsa Internazionale del Turismo (BIT) at Fiera Milano unfolded with…
Few Irish among thousands of tourists stranded in Cuba by jet fuel crisis
A severe shortage of aviation fuel has gripped the island nation, prompting major international airlines…
Donegal Airport considers legal action over PSO contract changes
Donegal Airport has revealed it is assessing legal options after the Department of Transport signed…
‘Future of indirect distribution is secure’ – KEY points from ECTAA summit in Brussels
ECTAA Travel Distribution Summit 2026 took place on 10 and 11 February in Brussels, gathering…
Les Clefs d’Or Ireland names Barry White concierge of the year 2026
Les Clefs d’Or Ireland has confirmed Barry White, concierge manager at Anantara The Marker Dublin…
Hurtigruten launches new limited collection itineraries
Hurtigruten has confirmed three new Signature Limited Collection itineraries for 2027 and 2028 aboard MS…
Air Canada Places Firm Order for Eight Airbus A350-1000
Air Canada confirmed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 widebody aircraft, previously listed as…
Aer Lingus opens applications for 2026 aircraft engineer apprenticeship
Aer Lingus has opened applications for its 2026 Aircraft Engineer Apprenticeship Programme until 1 March.…
Irish Ferries shares recommended destinations in France for romantic Valentine’s getaways
Irish Ferries has shared its recommendations for romantic destinations in France accessible via its Dublin…
Ryanair pays out €15,500 for alleged scalding on air journey
A child allegedly scalded by hot coffee on a Ryanair flight has secured a €15,500…
Scotland’s Loganair issues weather warning for operations on February 12 & 13
Loganair has issued a weather warning for operations on Thursday 12 February and Friday 13…
CONFIRMED: New Donegal-Dublin PSO to remove afternoon flights from April
The Irish Government has proceeded with a new Public Service Obligation contract for the Donegal…
Air traffic staff shortages cause diversion at Cork airport
AirNav Ireland confirmed temporary restrictions on air traffic arriving and departing Cork Airport between 0000…
Ryanair secures long-term engine parts deal with CFM
Ryanair has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with CFM International for a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar engine…
Calls for tourism rental moratorium as government shifts population threshold but NOT threat to sector
The Irish Government has confirmed a significant revision to its short-term letting regulations, raising the…
Adare Manor named best hotel in European ‘Best Hotels Rankings’ by U.S. News
Adare Manor has been selected as the best hotel in Europe in the U.S. News…
Irish Hotel market set €1.7bn investment record in 2025 (of which €1bn was Dalata) – Savills
The Irish hotel market achieved a record year in 2025, with transaction volumes surpassing €1.7bn.…
Dublin based Datalex launches flights and ancillaries for Easyjet
Datalex has launched Stellex Air Bundles in partnership with easyJet, allowing the airline to create…
AWTE reveals details of international women’s day event on March 12 in Dublin’s Opium
The Association of Women Travel Executives has confirmed its annual International Women’s Day celebration will…
Airports and airlines urge Schengen EES review before summer
Airports Council International Europe, Airlines for Europe, and the International Air Transport Association have warned…
Wizz Air extends Wizz class across its network
Wizz Air has announced the extension of its Wizz Class service across its entire network,…
Dublin airport passenger cap: wjhat happens next?
A final date for abolition of the Dublin airport passenger cap is still not apparent…
Music and Mythology theme for Saint Patrick’s Day in Omagh
Music and Mythology is the theme for the 2026 St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Omagh…
Lufthansa City Airlines opens new base in Frankfurt
Lufthansa City Airlines has officially launched its new base at Frankfurt Airport, the Lufthansa Group’s…
TUI Cruises reports record Q1 2026 results & 96pc occupancy
TUI Cruises achieved its strongest first quarter performance in 2026, with underlying EBIT rising 70.8pc…
Disney Cruise Line reveals summer 2027 itineraries
Disney Cruise Line has confirmed summer 2027 itineraries across Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, the Bahamas,…
TUI reports strongest Q1 ever in three months to December
Travel giant TUI has reported its strongest opening to a financial year, with revenues holding…