Ryanair launches’ rescue fares’ as EasyJet withdraws from Leeds Bradford
Ryanair has launched rescue fares for the Malaga route from Leeds Bradford easyJet will operate…
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American Airlines tightens 24-hour refund policy to federal minimum.
American Airlines has reduced its 24-hour refund window to bookings made at least seven days…
Irish alcohol excise duty ranks second highest in Europe
Ireland has the second highest excise duty on alcohol in Europe, behind Finland. Wine excise…
CV Villas expands Irish operations with Total Payment Protection approval and trade partnerships
CV Villas has expanded its operations in Ireland with TOPP Policy approved by the IAA…
Tui River Cruises Invests in air conditioning after customer complaints
TUI River Cruises will upgrade air conditioning systems across its fleet this winter Passengers reported…
Norwich airport closed by air traffic control strike
Norwich Airport will close completely for 24 hours on Friday 28 August 2026. The airport…
Ardclough county Kildare hosts Heritage Day today
The activities for Ardclough Heritage Day on Saturday, August 22, 2026, feature a full schedule…
ANALYSIS: How river cruise companies are responding to low water levels on the Danube and Rhine
Low water levels on the Danube and Rhine has impacted river cruise companies sailings and…
Major festivals taking place across Ireland today
Over 2,000 festivals take place across Ireland during the summer months (June, July, and August).…
Last-minute bookings save average 26pc as travelers gamble on deals as average stay shrinks
Booking 0-7 days before departure has saved travellers an average of 26pc Travelers are refusing…
Limerick’s Hunt Museum recognised as Cultural & Heritage Legend by National Lottery
The Hunt Museum has been recognised as a Cultural & Heritage Legend The Seeing Without…
Irish Hospitality Institute welcomes Ireland’s Blue Book as business partner
Ireland’s Blue Book has become a Business Partner of the Irish Hospitality Institute The partnership…
Killarney’s Dunloe Hotel plans staff housing amid rental crisis
Dunloe Hotel and Gardens has applied to build 78 staff accommodation rooms The hotel is…
Scottish Highlands proposes £5-a-night tourist tax
The Highland Council has proposed a £5-per-night tourist tax for hotels and B&Bs. Hostels and…
Spanish hotel overnight stays flat while prices continue to climb
Spanish hotels recorded 44.8 million overnight stays in July 2026, up 0.3% year-on-year. Domestic stays…
Milestone aviation sells three Airbus h225 helicopters to Austrian operator Kitz-Air
Milestone Aviation sells three Airbus H225 helicopters to Austrian operator Kitz-Air GmbH. The aircraft were…
ASL Aviation holdings acquires two B747-400ERF freighters
ASL Aviation Holdings acquires two Boeing 747-400ERF freighter aircraft on 7 August 2026. The aircraft…
Shannon Aviation Museum opens tribute wing for Eddie Ryan
The Eddie Ryan Wing opened at Shannon Aviation Museum on 21 August 2026 The expansion…
Major Spanish hotel chains rely on rate increases to drive record summer revenues
Barceló expects average occupancy of 73.5% with rates up more than 4%. Palladium anticipates rates…
Luton becomes First English airport to install public anaphylaxis kits
London Luton Airport has installed ten emergency anaphylaxis kits across its terminal. The kits contain…
Kenya Airways expects full fleet restoration by early 2027
Kenya Airways expects to have its full fleet active by January 2027. Ten of the…
Airbus waters down return-to-office policy following strikes
Airbus has watered down its return-to-office mandate following union protests. Spanish workers have staged strikes…
John Lewis supports Horsham travel agency after shopping mall closure
John Lewis and Waitrose in Horsham provided free atrium space to Select Travel Ltd. Swan…
Easyjet to pull out of Leeds Bradford & end Belfast route in January
easyJet operations cease at Leeds Bradford from 5 January 2027 Ends 16-year presence at West…
WATCH: AWTE celebrates summer in Dublin
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WATCH: Supermarket travel, Eoghan Corry on Newstalk
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Dublin airport asks minister to raise passenger cap to 40m in advance of abolition
DAA submitted formal request under new Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Act 2026 Current cap of…
Dublin’s rooftop restaurant DÍON shortlisted for restaurant and bar design awards
DÍON shortlisted in Global Rooftop category of Restaurant and Bar Design Awards 2026 One of…
Entries close TODAY for Aviation Industry Awards 2026
Entries close 21 August 2026 for 25 award categories Finalists announced 2 October; gala ceremony…
Belfast City Airport and Translink Rail reveal details of partnership
MoU signed between Belfast City Airport and Translink 2040 Master Plan vision for new halt…
Applegreen reveals plans to open service area at Ball of Naas creating 150 jobs
€15m service area and EV hub at Naas Ball, Junction 9 M7 150 jobs to…
Travelodge CEO Jo Boydell resigns over guest safety concerns
CEO Jo Boydell resigned effective immediately Ray Reidy (CFO) appointed interim CEO Security overhaul across…
G Adventures launches Stay Flexy flexible booking programme with three-tier cancellation options
G Adventures has launched three-tier flexible booking options named Flexy, Flexier and Flexiest The Flexiest…
Top five Spanish regions for tourism perception and reputation named
Extremadura leads with 7.7 points and 80pc satisfaction Aragón and Asturias score 7.5 points each…
WTTC report shows Europeans drive one third of global spend
Europe captured $2 trillion of $6.15 trillion global leisure spending (32.5pc) Leisure travel comprised 80.5pc…
WEEKEND: Dublin City Fleadh to take over city Saturday and Sunday
22-23 August 2026 across five city centre locations Free admission to all events from 12pm…
Vicky Billing expands roll at Riviera Travel
Vicky Billing promoted to Director of Trade, Partnerships and Loyalty Billing to oversee new loyalty…
Siamsa Glas 2026 returns to Boyne Valley September 11-13
Festival runs 11-13 September 2026 with over 30 events New additions include Wilkinstown Market, guided…
Into Norway releases details of Dublin cultural evening
Cultural Evening 15 September 2026 at Norwegian Ambassador’s Residence Dublin Into Norway DMO covers Hamar,…
Michelin-starred Spencer Metzger to headline Leadership Lunch at Hospitality Exchange 2026
Michelin-starred chef Spencer Metzger will headline the Leadership Lunch at Hospitality Exchange 2026 and host…