‘False alarm’ security alert temporarily closes Kansas City International Airport
A security alert at Kansas City International Airport in Missouri prompted a swift evacuation of…
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Shannon International Leasing Conference to return on May 12
The Shannon International Leasing Conference returns for its eleventh year with a two day programme…
‘Deeply sorry’ – NOMA’s head chef René Redzepi apologises after bullying allegations
The head chef of Noma in Copenhagen faces allegations of psychological and physical abuse from…
Spa at the InterContinental Dublin reveals Mother’s Day offers
The Spa at the InterContinental Dublin offers packages for Mother’s Day including treatments and overnight…
Belgium faces five days of public transport strikes with full airport stoppage anticipated on Thursday
Severe travel disruption is anticipated in Belgium due to strike action affecting public transport from…
€800 government chartered A330 repatriation lands from Oman at 5am after series of delays
The first government-chartered flight repatriating 194 Irish citizens from the Middle East arrives at Dublin…
US postpones decision on Dublin airport cap retaliation for 30 days
The US Department of Transportation extends the deadline for action on a complaint against Ireland…
Wineport Lodge reports 36pc profit increase
Wineport Lodge, the four-star hotel in Co. Westmeath, has reported a 36pc increase in post-tax…
CCPC Legal costs spiral ten-fold due to Ryanair dispute over dawn raid on headquarters
Legal fees at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission rise to €882,023 in 2024 from…
Carnival Cruise Line prohibits viral ‘move to the bed to the balcony’ trend on safety grounds
Carnival Cruise Line prohibits dragging mattresses or beds onto cabin balconies. The practice blocks emergency…
Comhaltas confirms Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann will return to Belfast in 2027 for second year
Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann has confirmed Belfast as host for Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann for a…
Coach tour operators assess impact on tourism of 9pc fuel increase
Irish coach and bus operators are warning of a significant threat to summer tourism and…
Red C survey shows strong community support for Dublin Airport development
An independent survey from RED C Research has revealed strong support from Fingal residents for…
Dublin Zoo defends using Malahide Mammy in ‘Mams Go Free’ campaign
Dublin Zoo has defended the use of a drag personality in its “Mams Go Free”…
The Grace in Westport among the marquee hotel openings worldwide in March
March 2026 brings several fresh hotel openings across Europe and beyond, giving travellers new choices…
MALTA in March 2026: What’s new and what’s cool
Visitors to Malta in March 2026 encounter mild spring conditions that make the islands comfortable…
SPAIN in MARCH 2026: What’s new and what’s cool
Visitors to Spain in March 2026 can look forward to a pleasant transition into spring,…
Aena secures approval for its airport for controversial 3.8pc per year fee increase
Aena has secured approval for its airport regulation document covering 2027 to 2031, introducing an…
Funding sought for Longford music museum project
Calls have emerged for Longford County Council to apply for funding under the new €7.5m…
Athlone festival hosts free Seachtain na Gaeilge events
Heartlands Pride in Athlone is hosting a series of free community events as part of…
Curragh Racecourse opens 2026 flat season on mother’s day
Curragh Racecourse launches its 2026 Flat Season on Sunday 15 March as part of the…
Limerick St. Patrick’s Festival 2026 programme launched with ‘Legends’ theme
Limerick City and County Council launches the full programme for Limerick St. Patrick’s Festival 2026,…
Historic Pullman Restaurant reopens for season at Glenlo Abbey
The historic Pullman Restaurant at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate reopens in March following a…
Aramark crowns culinary champions at EMPOWER 2026
Aramark Ireland rhas named Rosilei Mattos and Julia de Souza as the culinary champions of…
Visit Finland launches Chill Like a Finn lakeside campaign
Visit Finland offers a 7-day all-expenses-paid trip to Finnish Lakeland in June 2026. Six duos…
Galway Fest Whitewater Kayaking Festival concludes today with Boater X
Ireland’s largest whitewater kayaking festival, Galway Fest, is taking place from 6 to 8 March…
South Africa releases details of LIV Golf at Steyn City March 19-22
LIV Golf South Africa takes place at Steyn City from 19 to 22 March 2026.…
TAP Air Portugal appoints Aeroprime Group as cargo GSSA
TAP Air Portugal appoints Aeroprime Group as exclusive Cargo General Sales and Services Agent across…
Cork Whiskey Fest March 27-29 tickets selling fast with access to limited release offerings
Cork Whiskey Fest runs from 27 to 29 March 2026. Over half the masterclasses sell…
Irish Ferries launches spring wine tasting mini cruises
Irish Ferries launches Wine Tasting Mini Cruises on W.B. Yeats to Cherbourg. Sailings occur on…
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises reveals new itineraries and mystery cruises
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises plans new cruise and tour itineraries in partnership with Luxury Gold…
Tralee and Dingle light railway future assessment underway
A consultancy firm has been appointed to assess the future viability of the Tralee and…
Beyond the Trees Avondale gains permission for new children’s activities
Treetop Walks Ireland Ltd receives permission to build new children’s activities along the boardwalk at…
Roscommon Drama Festival under way
The Roscommon Drama Festival runs from 6 to 14 March at Roscommon Arts Centre. The…
CDB aviation leases five A321neo aircraft to LATAM
CDB Aviation has executed lease agreements for five Airbus A321-271NX aircraft with LATAM Airlines Group.…
Simon Garrido departs American Holidays parent SHG following acquisition
Simon Garrido has departed from Specialist Holidays Group this week, marking a key personnel change…
England’s Elite Travel Group offers bolt-hole workspaces for BDMs
Members of the Elite Travel Group consortium in England’s midlands begin providing bolt-hole workspaces for…
Visit Leicester launches FOXI AI Chatbot
Visit Leicester launches FOXI, England’s first official tourism AI chatbot. FOXI answers questions using only…
Air fares face surge of 30 to 80pc from Middle East conflict
Air fares could rise by 30 to 80pc due to the escalating conflict in the…
Dubai airport continues operating 250 flights a day as basic service sustained
Over 1,140 flights have departed from Dubai’s airports and returned over three days to carry…