LISTEN: ‘In fact, I’m thinking of increasing the bonuses’ – Michael O’Leary on Ryanair outsize bag policy
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Star Princess to debut two original theatrical productions & candlelight concert series
Princess Cruises announced that the new Star Princess will showcase a fresh entertainment lineup upon…
Vagabond cited by Travel + Leisure amongst top 15 tour operators in the world
Rob Rankin of Vagabond Vagabond Adventure Tours is based in Newtownmountkennedy and has been awarded…
Royal Air Maroc to increase Embraer fleet from 50 to 200
Abdelhamid Addou CEO of Royal Air Maroc Royal Air Maroc is engaged in discussions with…
WATCH: Shay Elliott, First Irishman to hold the yellow jersey in the Tour de France
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwIUHz8woPM Crumlin cyclist Shay Elliott was the first Irishman to hold the yellow jersey in…
Uniworld prepares for first-ever “Women-Only Cruise” departing August 24 in France
Ellen Bettridge of Uniworld Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announced a partnership with Lunya for its…
JUST BACK FROM: Woodenbridge Hotel, vale of Avoca, county Wicklow
Eoghan Corry with Joseph and Mark Scott Lennon Ireland’s oldest hotel? It looks good on…
Riyadh Air targets Dublin service to Saudi Arabia in 2026 as part of European expansion
Tony Douglas CEO of Riyadh Air Riyadh Air plans to launch in late 2025, targeting…
Comeraghs Wild Festival continues over the weekend
The Comeraghs Wild Festival continues over the weekend, celebrating nature, heritage, and creativity in the…
Norwegian Air reports profit and is going to pay dividend for the first time
Geir Karlsen of Norwegian Air shuttle Norwegian Air reported an operating profit (EBIT) of €105m/1.25bn…
Irish visitor numbers to USA flat in June (down 3pc) while Japan falls 6pc
Irish visitor numbers rio USA flat (down 0.3pc) in June and down 17.4pc since pre…
Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ slashes Brand USA budget by 80pc
Donald Trump Brand USA’s funding has been slashed by 80pc to $20m under Donald Trump’s…
Bulgaria next to join the euro on 1 January 2026
Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro is scheduled for 1 January 2026, making it the 21st…
Unruly passenger on board Ryanair flight escapes with suspended sentence
Ryanair has welcomed a Dublin District Court verdict convicting a disruptive passenger from flight FR5325,…
Six buses traverse Dublin in convoy to mark 100 years of Dublin Bus
Six buses, showcasing a century of service, included Dublin’s latest fully electric offering went in…
Bookings open for Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island
Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for the Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island starting from…
WHERE WE ARE AT: New EU regulations on the size of cabin bags
https://youtu.be/CwAewjwoCDY Michael O’Leary: “we should be able to agree over five bloody centimeters.” A proposed…
JUST BACK FROM: A craft brewery and distillery tour of Chicago
Most of the personalities you meet in the craft beverage scene in Chicago will reference…
Ryanair seeks to overturn appeal verdict which diluted victory against Booking in US courts
Glenn Fogel CEO of Booking.com Ryanair has lodged its legal appeal that the decision of a…
LISTEN: ‘An extra pair of trousers’ Michael O’Leary & Claire Byrne
https://youtu.be/qhj7jAXAt-E
WATCH: Simon Harris The cry of a child is the same in any language
https://youtu.be/dNQ02CIKM3Y
SEVEN Dublin rotations cancelled during second day of French air traffic control strike
Damien Cazé of French aviation authority DGAC The second day of a strike by French…
Carnival of Colour as fifth kaleidoscope takes place in Russborough House
Melvin Benn CEO Festival Republic.jpg Wicklow’s beloved Kaleidoscope Festival, presented by Glenveagh, is set to…
LISTEN: French air traffic control on strike Eoghan Corry & Claire Byrne
https://youtu.be/dc-G2AK8WJM
EIGHT Dublin rotations amongst 1,500 flights cancelled due to French ATC strikes
Damien Cazé of French aviation authority DGAC French aviation authorities have required airlines to cancel…
Irish travel to Portugal up 2.5pc as country enjoys best ever May for tourism
The number of trips from Ireland to Portugal in May was 69,620, up 2.5pc on…
Dublin airport tunnel clear to go ahead after Ryanair legal bid fails
Martin Hayden Senior counsel for Ryanair Ryanair’s appeal against the tunnel project at Dublin Airport…
Turespaña celebrates 40th anniversary by honouring 16 long term employees
Turespaña is celebrating its 40th anniversary by honouring 16 individuals for their longstanding commitment and…
Shannon airport seeks rail link under development plan
Mary Considine CEO of Shannon Airport The Shannon Airport Group has submitted a proposal to…
Call out to apply for new Skillnet Business Networks
Patricia Callan and Dave Flynn. Skillnet Ireland invites industry bodies to apply for the establishment…
FREE swimming pool access as heat wave impacts Spain, Italy, France, Portugal, and Greece
Rosario Sánchez Tourism Minister of Spain. A relentless heat wave has swept across Europe, pushing…
WHERE WE ARE AT with Aer Lingus fleet deliveries (opening up Pittsburgh and other possibilities)
Lynne Embleton CEO of Aer Lingus Where next for Aer Lingus fleet modernisation and plans…
GO INLAND – Turespaña launches €8m international advertising campaign in 12 markets
https://youtu.be/yyjLqxwaLDc Turespaña has launched its latest €8m international advertising campaign focussed on inland regions and…
Norway promotes to the travel trade at event in Dublin
Innovation Norway and the Norwegian Embassy in Irelandhave hosted members of the Irish travel trade…
Riviera Travel launches new training modules on Riviera Explorer e-learning platform
Vicky Billing of Riviera Riviera Travel has launched new training modules on the Riviera Explorer…
WATCH: Jenny Rafter speaking at Seville event in Dublin
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WATCH: ‘Andalusia tourism is changing direction’ Antonio Martin speech in Dublin
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WATCH: Laura Pena speaking at Seville event in Dublin
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Irish Travel Trade Shows 2026 set for April 22 in Cork and April 23 in Dublin
Maria Sinnott of Business Exhibitions Dates have been announced for the Official Irish Travel Trade…
Andalusia’s Antonio Martin pays tribute to the Irish travel trade
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