Expanded Cáceres Irish Fleadh launched at embassy event
The festival runs from 17 to 20 September 2026. It features 10 major live performances.…
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Aviation sanctions on Iran to be lifted
The United States commits to ending all sanctions on Iran. The draft MoU covers primary…
Irish Airports record 9.1 million passengers in first quarter –CSO
Irish airports have handled 9.1 million passengers in the first quarter of 2026. The five…
Aviator Finland appoints Minna Virmajoki as Managing Director
Aviator Airport Alliance has appointed Minna Virmajoki as Managing Director of its Finnish operations. Virmajoki…
Watch Hill Proper hosts 4th Annual American Whiskey Festival
The event ran from 5pm to 10pm on 15 August 2026. Over 40 distilleries and…
Cork’s Hayfield Manor introduces new curated experiences
Oyster Shucking & Champagne lasts 45 to 120 minutes. Smoked Salmon Tours run for 60…
Kynren presents first performance of The Lost Feather
The performance featured over 100 birds. The official opening takes place on 18 July 2026.…
Africa specialists Drifters Adventure Tours launches Drifters Ireland
Drifters specialises in small-group overland expeditions. The company offers accommodated and camping options. Agents access…
Tourism Ireland hosts Meet in Ireland Showcase in Germany
Ten Irish tourism companies participated. Events took place in Frankfurt and Cologne. Around 25 German…
Royal Caribbean offers perks for guests to change bookings
Royal Caribbean targets guests with flexible plans for the 19 June 2026 sailing. The Voyager…
Dromoland Castle appoints Kevin Fleming as resort executive chef
Kevin Fleming joins Dromoland Castle as Resort Executive Chef. The appointment took place in June…
‘Not prepared to move from political platitudes to action’ – IATA hits back at EU passenger rights reform
The EU agreed the reform of EU261 rules at the start of the week. IATA…
Kerry Hotel Worker awarded compensation for discrimination
Thomas O’Reilly worked as night porter at Derrynane Hotel. The WRC awarded him €5,000. Duties…
Belfast City Airport launches first Runway to Radiance event
Belfast City Airport organises the Runway to Radiance event from 1 to 4 July 2026. …
England’s foreign office relaxes travel advice for UAE and Qatar
England’s FCDO eased its advice for parts of the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. The…
Qantas reveals October 2027 as start date for non stop services between Sydney and London
Services begin in October 2027. The aircraft is Airbus A350 1000ULR. The route connects Sydney…
Royal Caribbean selects six emerging artists for Legend of the Seas
Six artists received grants for original pieces. Artwork appears in six visible ship locations. The…
World’s SEVEN most beautiful airports for 2026 named by Prix Versailles
Four winners are located in Asia. Guangzhou Terminal 3 opened in October 2025. Navi Mumbai…
New warning issued to travellers as Airbnb scams increase thirtyfold
Deposits are collected before hosts disappear. Traveller protection tips against accommodation scams Scam activity rose…
Moldova tourism & Invest Moldova launch official platform www.moldova.md
The platform launched on 18 June 2026. It targets international visitors and citizens abroad. Content…
LISTEN: EU261 & passenger rights updated explained, Eoghan Corry on Newstalk breakfast
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Leadership lessons in a crisis: Frosch Ireland team visit Shackleton Centre in Athy
Frosch Ireland team visited the Ernest Shackleton Experience. The centre is located in Athy, Kildare.…
Half of Irish parents let children influence holiday destination choice – Multitrip survey
53pc of parents said children influence destination choice Gen Z parents listen to children at…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Etihad and Abu Dhabi offer free medical travel insurance
Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Abu Dhabi will provide free…
Tipping habits survey launched by travel agent
George Hook has commenced a survey of tipping habits. The survey collects traveller experiences from…
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…
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…
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…
Travel agencies report mixed trading with strong late demand
Travel agencies across Ireland and elsewhere are experiencing a strong week of trading as late…
‘If everything were to solve tomorrow we are still in the sh-t for a long time to come’ – Aviation leaders at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, industry experts painted a concerning picture…
LONG TERM – IATA Congress discuses threat to aviation from oil prices i& erosion of multilaterism
Four aviation CEOs assessed the persistent economic damage from elevated oil prices at the IATA…
Decrease in number of disruptive passenger incidents – IATA
IATA has reported a decrease in incidents caused by disruptive passengers worldwide, despite a perception…
Crisis? This is not a crisis – Willie Walsh at IATA Congress in Rio
Willie Walsh, the Glasnevin-born director of the International Air Transport Association, has said the Gulf…