COMAC advances C919-600 testing and plans first flight next year
COMAC has taken another step in the development of the C919 600 a shortened variant…
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Dover border processing area faces delay ahead of peak summer travel
The Port of Dover has completed its £40 million border processing area. Funding of £3.5…
HERE are the most prominent hotel openings worldwide in JULY
Several new properties open their doors across Europe and beyond this month, offering guests a…
Taoiseach Micheál Martin officially opens The Grace in Westport
Taoiseach Micheál Martin performed the official opening of The Grace hotel. The property contains 129…
Shannon-based long haul cargo lessor Priority 1 goes into liquidation
Priority 1 Leasing owns 15 Airbus A340 cargo aircraft. The portfolio includes 82 Trent 500…
Minister Helen McEntee launches new Irish Passport design
The new passport became available from 26 June 2026. The Government introduced the next generation…
MORE record temperatures as Europe’s heatwave moves east: a country by country guide
The heatwave shattered numerous temperature records across Europe. France recorded its hottest day on record…
‘We want Dublin to go daily’ – INTERVIEW with Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh Airport
The direct Pittsburgh to Dublin service began after an 11-year process. The route launched with…
‘Stay hydrated’ – ITAA provides heatwave advice for holidaymakers
ITAA advises drinking bottled water regularly and avoiding tap water and ice. Sightseeing should take…
Comeraghs Wild Festival reveals details of family activities in Waterford
The Comeraghs Wild Festival runs from 9 July to 12 July 2026. Sheep shearing demonstrations…
Trade Unions highlight right to disconnect on summer holidays
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions issued a reminder to workers about rights under the…
Holiday makers warned on travel fatigue this summer
Average overseas holiday lengths fell from 6.2 nights to 5.5 nights. Travel fatigue produces symptoms…
College Green/Westin Hotel appoints Leo Vaz as new Pastry Chef
The College Green Hotel Dublin has officially appointed Leo Vaz as its new Pastry Chef.…
Ras Al Khaimah launches renewed tourism campaign after disruption
Ras Al Khaimah has launched a renewed campaign inviting visitors to experience its summer offers. …
Irish pilots found much to relate to in airspace infringement report
The report detailed 1,100 infringement events in 2025. Poor pre-flight planning contributed to many vertical…
Inbound v Outbound Irish travel data from the CSO visitor numbers shows ratio of 39/61 in May
The ratio fo inbound to outbound travel in thew CSO stats for May shows 39.3pc…
BENELUX visitor numbers to Ireland up by 23pc in June
Ireland inbound visitor numbers from Belgium, Luxemburg and Netherlands were 30,200 in July, up 6.9pc…
EUROPE’s heatwave – country by country
Europe continues to experience a severe heatwave with record temperatures affecting tourism across multiple countries…
LISTEN: Heat wave in Europe – Eoghan Corry & Andrea Gilligan
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Féile an Phobail launches biggest ever programme for 2026
Féile an Phobail has launched its biggest ever programme for 2026 The Belfast festival will…
Irish holiday plans are shifting due to climate concerns – Sarah Slattery
64pc of respondents say high temperatures influence when and where they travel September accounts for…
Johnstown Castle Garden fair offers day out on 12 July
Johnstown Castle Garden Fair wil be opened to garden lovers and families on Sunday 12…
Canary Islands express concerns over potential loss of air routes
Canary Islands express concerns over potential loss of air routes due to rising emissions costs. …
Spain’s Immerso travel programme launched for 2026-2027 with 80,000 places
Spain’s discounted Imserso travel programme for 2026-2027 has opened for applications with stable prices and…
Israel seeks to take control of west bank heritage sites
The Israeli parliament has passed one of three votes on the Heritage Authority in Judea…
Bank of Ireland reports 6.4pc decline in air travel spending in May
Spending on air travel decreased by 6.4pc year on year in May Dublin hotels held…
Helen McEntee to launch next generation Irish Passport
The launch takes place on 26 June 2026 in Balbriggan Minister Helen McEntee led the…
Asiana Airlines confirms departure from Star Alliance.
Asiana Airlines will exit Star Alliance on 16 December 2026 customers can earn miles on…
Shannon sustainability report targets 35pc fossil fuel emission reduction
The Shannon Airport Group has published its first annual Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress in…
Paris and Bordeaux suffer worst of Europe’s ongoing heatwave
As a persistent heat dome grips much of western and southern Europe this week, tourism…
Spain heatwave nears end with warnings across all regions except the Canaries
The heatwave has placed all Spanish regions except the Canary Islands under some level of…
Attractions close early as France records hottest day ever
France recorded its hottest day ever on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, shattering all national temperature…
United States Air Force takes delivery of interim Air Force One VC-25B Bridge aircraft
The VC-25B Bridge aircraft delivery took place on 19 June 2026 Qatar donated the Boeing…
$6.7bn RECORD revenue reported by Carnival in results
Carnival achieved record revenues of 6.7bn dollars Adjusted net income rose over 20pc to 569m…
Frankfurt airport CEO Stefan Schulte re-elected as President of ACI Europe
Stefan Schulte secured a second term as ACI EUROPE President The election took place on…
Ryanair calls on Micheál Martin to block DAA capital plan
DAA plans to spend €5.6bn with no new runway or terminal delivered. Passenger fees rise…
844 takers for Iberia’s voluntary redundancy programme in one month
beria’s voluntary redundancy programme sees strong uptake with workers accepting offers. Iberia has achieved nearly 80pc…
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United Airlines teams up with DIRECTV to stream live TV on Starlink\
The streaming initiative runs through 20 July 2026 Up to 150 Starlink enabled aircraft offer…
Almando Rigby becomes GM of Saint Lucia’s Windjammer Landing
Almando Rigby joined Windjammer Landing on 15 June 2026 He previously led operations at Rock…
SuperEscapes reports 61pc increase in microcation bookings.
Searches for three to five night holidays increased by 61pc Popular microcation destinations include the…