United unveils a Stars and Stripes livery to mark America’s 250th anniversary
The livery features 50 stars for the states. Both aircraft were painted in Amarillo Texas.…
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ION Harbour by Simon Rogan launches ION at Sea in Malta
ION at Sea operates Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Dinner Cruise runs from…
Pegasus launches Gatwick to Sabiha Gökçen direct
The route launched on 15 June 2026. Flights operate daily throughout summer 2026. Fares start…
Nearly half of holiday makers report rising travel stress – survey by Staysure
A new survey by travel insurer Staysure reveals that 49pc of holidaymakers find travelling abroad…
Aven Hospitality launches new booking engine
Aven Hospitality introduced the new Booking Engine on 11 June 2026. Navarino Services achieved over…
JetBlue mint meals get a New York restaurant upgrade
JetBlue schedules new Mint menus from 31 July. Crown Shy and Birdee supply initial dishes.…
Ireland trips to USA down 12.6pc in May to 34,898
Ireland visitor numbers to the USA reached 34,898 in May. The figure represents a 12.1pc…
Dublin Airport passenger cap set for removal ‘within weeks’ as cabinet approves measure
The bill addresses the existing 32 million passenger annual cap. An Coimisiún Pleanála will carry…
New EU261 regulation agreement: bags, delays, baggage, boarding & sitting next to children
Agreement reached between the European Parliament & Council Stricter air passenger rights, f Mandated free…
Holiday home legislation to be discussed by cabinet today
The proposals require registration with Fáilte Ireland for short term providers. The rules target towns…
Just TWO changes – IATA reacts to proposed EU261 reform:
The International Air Transport Association has commented on revisions to EU261 passenger rights rules. Changes…
Dublin celebrates James Joyce Bloomsday with over 100 events
The JoyceStagers performed the funeral of Paddy Dignam. More than 150 Dubliners mentioned in Ulysses…
EU negotiations reach compromise on airline price transparency & family seating
Airlines may have to drop ban on charges for parents to sit with children under…
British Airways launches June sale with savings on flights and holidays for 2026
British Airways has introduced its June sale, offering significant discounts on flights and holiday packages…
Viajes El Corte Ingles reports strong business growth
Viajes El Corte Inglés, the travel division of Spanish retail giant El Corte Inglés, has…
Hotel reservations grow by double digits in Catalonia, Balearics and Basque Country
Hotel bookings have risen by double digits in key Spanish regions including Catalonia, the Balearic…
Iberia launches direct Madrid to Toronto flights
Iberia has inaugurated its new direct service between Madrid and Toronto, enhancing connectivity between Spain…
Travelodge plans to open its hotel in San Sebastian in the coming months
Travelodge is advancing with its expansion in Spain and expects to open a new hotel…
Tourism Ireland promotes MICE opportunities in the US
Eight Irish tourism companies participated in the events. The roadshow visited Salt Lake City and…
‘Among largest developments in history of hospitality in Ireland’ – major renovation underway for Dunloe Hotel in Killarney
The German Liebherr family, owners of the five-star Dunloe Hotel and Gardens near Killarney, has…
More hotels return to tourism use for summer peak as Ukrainian contracts end
Hotels are resuming full tourist operations after more than 90 accommodation contracts for Ukrainian refugees…
Etihad and Abu Dhabi offer free medical travel insurance
Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Abu Dhabi will provide free…
G Adventures resumes Jordan tours as advice eases
G Adventures has become the latest operator to resume tours to Jordan, starting from 1…
Comeragh Crossing celebrates 30th anniversary
The Comeragh Crossing has reached its 30th year. Routes start and finish at Kilgobinet Sports…
Tipping habits survey launched by travel agent
George Hook has commenced a survey of tipping habits. The survey collects traveller experiences from…
Bray launches summer 2026 events programme
Bray has launched its summer tourism drive. Beach Yoga sessions occur on selected mornings. The…
Travelmarvel launches first rail and small group tours for 2027
Travelmarvel has launched rail and small group itineraries. The Indian Golden Triangle tour lasts nine…
Tripadvisor agrees sale of thefork to American Express
Tripadvisor has entered a put option agreement for the sale. TheFork operates as an online…
Shannon Airport announces win your holiday wishlist winners
Over 70,000 entries occurred in the five-week competition. Fifty entrants won pairs of flights to…
Ireland ranks sixth most welcoming country in the Russell expat survey
Ireland ranks sixth with a 7.89 welcoming score. The country has a 23.1pc migrant population.…
Rwanda welcomes new luxury openings from Lux Collective
LUX* Lake Kivu has opened with 14 keys on Lake Kivu. SALT of Akagera provides…
UN Tourism reports 2pc rise in international arrivals for first quarter 2026
International tourist arrivals grew by 2pc during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the…
Fairmont Hotels debuts new property in northwest England
Fairmont Hotels and Resorts has opened reservations for its new luxury resort, Fairmont Cheshire The…
Spain’s Volotea drops post booking fuel surcharge after pressure from regulators and consumer groups
Spanish low cost carrier Volotea has abandoned its controversial variable fuel surcharge applied after ticket…
Tickets.ie collapse threatens future of festivals
The Rory Gallagher Festival is owed approximately €283,000. The Cowboys and Heroes Festival is owed…
Cabinet to sign off on Dublin airport passenger cap today
The Irish government has taken a significant step towards removing the long standing limit on…
All THREE Paris airports to be impacted by strike on Thursday
Irish holidaymakers face potential disruption from ongoing strikes across Europe with Paris airports set for…
FASTEST growing inbound market – Tourism Ireland joins welcome for Canadian PM Mark Carney
Canadian PM Mark Carney is on a two day visit to Ireland Three grandparents come…
Viking River Ships takes delivery of new builds Annar and Fjolvar
Viking took delivery of the Viking Annar and Viking Fjolvar river ships. Viking Annar carries…
Travel agencies report mixed trading with strong late demand
Travel agencies across Ireland and elsewhere are experiencing a strong week of trading as late…