Butler Arms Hotel in Waterville returns to local ownership
The Butler Arms Hotel in Waterville returns to local ownership, set to reopen in coming…
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TAROM faces delay in Boeing 737-8 deliveries
Romanian flag carrier TAROM has confirmed it is experiencing delays in receiving its first Boeing…
Upgrade of Drogheda Bus Station NOT anticipated to begin in 2026
The National Transport Authority has confirmed that the upgrade of Drogheda Bus Station is not…
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau resort introduces €1,000 a night solo serenity collection
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has revealed the Solo Serenity collection, designed for solo travellers. The…
Banksy and Warhol among works at Dublin art auction
Exhibition of €3m contemporary art at Gormleys Dublin from 15 January to 2 February. Features…
Ryanair carried 206.5m passengers in 2025, annual growth 4.5pc lowest since 2013
Annual 2025 passengers numbers for Ryanair 206.5m,4.5pc up on 2025 and 35.5pc ahead of pre-pandemic.…
AerCap reports 705 major 2025 transactions in aviation leasing
AerCap has confirmed completion of 705 asset transactions across 2025 including 371 lease agreements, 145…
Joana de Epalza appointed CFO of Iberia
Iberia has appointed Joana de Epalza as its new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Gabriel Perdiguero,…
CIÉ appoints Stephen Kent as new chief executive
Córas Iompair Éireann confirmed Stephen Kent as its new chief executive officer for a seven-year…
Rare Snail threatens Trump Doonbeg resort expansion plans
Environmental lobbyists are objected to planning applications for upgrades at Trump International Golf Links and…
BEST places in Spain to Celebrate Three Kings Day
Three Kings Day (Día de los Reyes Magos or Epiphany) on January 6 is one…
BEST places in Ireland to celebrate Nollaig na mBan
Nollaig na mBan (Women’s Little Christmas), celebrated on January 6th, is a cherished Irish tradition…
MSC Cruises launches new global brand campaign
MSC Cruises has unveiled its latest campaign titled “The Best Holiday Ever” focusing on unplanned…
Greek flights resume after air traffic radio failure
Services have resumed after a radio frequency collapse grounded flights across Greece for hours on…
Aontú protests m50 toll hikes in morning action
Aontú members displayed banners on motorway bridges in icy conditions to protest toll increases effective…
Belfast Cathedral Gardens redevelopment begins
€6m redevelopment of Cathedral Gardens underway. Features events space, Blitz memorial, play areas, lighting, and…
Strong start to 2026 for Spanish Tourism with rising international arrivals
Following a record 97m foreign tourists in 2025 (generating €135bn in revenue), Spain anticipates continued…
Caribbean cruise departures rescheduled and passengers refunded amid Venezuelan crisis
Cruise lines operating in the Caribbean are cancelling departures and taking measures to accommodate passengers…
LISTEN: Eoghan Corry & Sarah McInerney on RTE Morning Ireland, Travel in 2026, the year ahead
Eoghan Corry & Sarah McINenrey on Morning Ireland, RTE Radio 1, Travel in 2026 the…
Dublin airport plans new mortuary and cargo village campus
DAA has submitted plans for a multi-million euro Cargo Village at Dublin Airport. The plans…
MSC World Asia to winter in Dubai for 2027-28
MSC Cruises has revealed MSC World Europa will be based in Dubai for winter 2027-28…
FREE EU Roaming extended to Moldova and Ukraine
Moldova and Ukraine have been integrated to the EU roaming free area. Visitors can now…
London City Airport to raise Drop-Off Fee to £8 from January 6
London City Airport has confirmed their drop-off fee will rise to £8, approximately €9, from…
Aden Airport halts flights amid Saudi-UAE tensions over Yemen
All operations have been suspended at Aden airport as STC accuses Saudi Arabia of requiring…
Exciting train journeys to embark on in 2026
Rail enthusiasts have much to anticipate in 2026, with a selection of thrilling train routes…
Record number of Irish deaths abroad reported to Department of Foreign Affairs in 2025
The Department of Foreign Affairs recorded its highest ever number of deaths of Irish citizens…
BIG savings for visitors as Bulgaria joins euro
As Bulgaria joined the eurozone on 1 January 2026, the switch from the lev to…
Entries close TODAY for the Travel Extra travel journalist of the year awards
The TRAVEL EXTRA Travel Journalist of the Year Awards 2025 invites entries before the midnight…
PLAY no more, THESE are the 25 airlines which ceased operations in 2025 (and 6 which merged)
Several airlines cease operations or merged during 2025. While carriers like PLAY from Iceland and…
Spain reports solar eclipse on August 12 2026 is driving early hotel bookings
Preparations for the total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 is driving early bookings for…
HAPPENING in Spain: Festivals in Ireland’s favorite holiday destination in January
The standout event of the month comes early in Spain with Día de los Reyes…
Duffer brothers suggest Ireland as ideal setting for Stranger Things spin-off
The creators of Stranger Things reveal Ireland would suit a spin-off series perfectly. Matt and Ross…
Spain’s tourism growth expected to slow down in 2026
As Spain enters 2026, industry experts are forecasting a more moderate expansion in the tourism…
EasyJet boosts Spain capacity by 6.5pc and launches Barcelona digital hub in 2026
EasyJet has announced a 6.5pc increase in seat capacity to and from Spain for fiscal…
Global Hotel Alliance predicts slower, personalised and tech-enabled travel in 2026
The Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has outlined key priorities for 2026, with travellers favouring slower,…
Emerging markets lead global travel growth shift in Phocuswright 2026 outlook
Emerging markets lead global travel growth shift in Phocuswright 2026 outlook Phocuswright’s latest insights reveal…
Zipit Forest Adventures wins finding for adventure site in Donadea, county Kildare
Zipit Forest Adventures Ltd has been awarded funding for a new outdoor centre in Donadea,…
France to top 100m visitors in 2025 for second year as Spain reaches 97.3m in second place
Early indications are that France will surpass 100m visitors again in 2025, having first passed…
Here are the most anticipated hotels scheduled to open in Ireland in 2026
Here are the most anticipated hotels scheduled to open in Ireland in 2026, selected based…
FROZENLAND and other BIG plans for Disneyland Paris in 2026
Disneyland Paris has BIG plans for 2026, the opening of World of Frozen, an immersive…