Trevi Fountain the holiday attraction with the best luck, survey shows

Thu, Jan 27, 2022

BY DECLAN VARLEY
The Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy stands as the most popular location to visit for good fortune this year with a popularity score of 9.5 out of 10 - 90% higher than the average of 5 out of 10.

Book your long-awaited holiday with Fahy Travel

Thu, Jan 27, 2022

As Ireland opens up again, so does the world. Fahy Travel is the one-stop agent to help you plan the perfect family holiday.

Live for a year in a restored ‘1 Euro’ Sicilian home

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

BY DECLAN VARLEY
The search is on for the ideal candidate to live rent-free for a year and host a decayed-turned-designer Italian heritage home. With a newfound flexibility to live and work remotely, one person will be given the opportunity to relocate to Sicily with their family, partner, or friend and move into this uniquely restored house.

The search is on for the ideal candidate to live rent-free for a year and host a decayed-turned-designer Italian heritage home. With a newfound flexibility to live and work remotely, one person will be given the opportunity to relocate to Sicily with their family, partner, or friend and move into this uniquely restored house.

Set sail with Cruise Worldwide Fahy Travel

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Whether you are a cruise connoisseur or have yet to dip your toes into the world of luxury on-board travel, Fahy Travel can help you choose the perfect cruise. The dedicated Cruise Worldwide team, under the management of Caroline O’Toole, can guide you with incomparable personal experience and cruising knowledge, all you need to do is tell them where you want to go.

Enjoy Ireland's biggest outdoor playground — the million acres of Coillte

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

Welcome to Ireland’s biggest outdoor playground. It boasts one million acres of lush forests, wild bogs, magical mountains, flowing rivers, and beautiful beaches - all waiting to be enjoyed and explored.

175,000 passengers fly through Ireland West Airport in 2021

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

2021 has proven to be another tough year at Ireland West Airport as the impact of COVID-19 continues to have a devastating impact on passenger numbers. Last year just 175,000 passengers passed through the airport, the second consecutive year where annual passenger numbers have fallen below 200,000, following passenger numbers of just 143,000 in 2020.

When compared to pre pandemic levels, passenger numbers in 2021 declined by 79% compared to the record high of 807,000 passengers in 2019.

LegenDerry food and drink scene ensures rosy cheeks all round this winter

Thu, Dec 30, 2021

Derry has oodles of yummy LegenDerry food and drink options to help visitors stay warm this winter. From cosy cafes to fireside restaurants and street food marvels to artisan bakers, the walled city is bursting with unique food experiences for all the family.

Fáilte Ireland unveils first viewing points along the Burren Discovery Trail

Thu, Dec 23, 2021

Fáilte Ireland has unveiled the first viewing points along the Burren Discovery Trail, a new looped route off the Wild Atlantic Way designed to encourage visitors to explore more and stay longer in the Burren.

Clayton Hotel Galway nominated as finalist in prestigious wedding industry awards

Thu, Dec 16, 2021

The hard work and dedication to excellence of all the team at Clayton Hotel Galway was rewarded again last week as both the venue and their Wedding & Events Manager Debbie Foott have been selected as finalists in the prestigious weddingsonline awards.

Shortlisted for ‘Hotel Venue of the Year Connacht’ and “Wedding Co-Ordinator of the Year’, the overall winners will be announced at a ceremony on Monday 28th March 2022.

Ryanair to commence new twice weekly service to Birmingham in March 2022

Thu, Dec 16, 2021

Ireland West Airport has welcomed the announcement by Ryanair of a new year round service to Birmingham to commence in March 2022.

Ashford Castle launches ‘meet the makers’ wine, dine and learn series

Thu, Dec 02, 2021

Meet four of France’s leading winemakers and enjoy pairings with flavours of the West of Ireland

Enjoy wonderful Wexford with a Christmas break at the Ferrycarrig Hotel

Thu, Dec 02, 2021

Ferrycarrig Hotel offers guests the chance to relax and unwind this Christmas with a choice of two and three night packages including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and St Stephen’s Day on offer.

Take the stress out of Christmas this year. Spend the festive season in a cosy and tranquil 'home from home' atmosphere, where the friendly staff will ensure a memorable experience for all the family.

One in two Irish people living abroad are thinking of coming home for Christmas

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

One in two Irish people living abroad are considering coming back to Ireland for Christmas, according to a new survey from FRS Recruitment. This is up from the 3 out of 10 who said they were planning to travel at this time last year.

Those living in the UK or in the Middle East are the most likely to return home in December, with 64% saying they are considering the trip. This was followed by those living in other parts of Europe (57%), while only 42% of those in the US or Canada are likely to travel and on 31% of the Irish abroad living in Australia/ New Zealand.

Aran Island Ferries wins Best Irish Experience

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

Aran Island Ferries was awarded ‘BEST IRISH EXPERIENCE’ 2021 by travel2ireland and the Irish Travel Trade Network this week.

Fáilte Ireland turns Dublin’s history and heritage into memorable experiences

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Minister Catherine Martin TD and Fáilte Ireland have announced that €1.7 million worth of enhancement work will soon be completed on 10 Dublin visitor attractions which will create new immersive experiences that bring to life stories that have shaped Ireland’s history and culture.

Lally Tours offer for frontline workers

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

The winter has always been a particularly tough time on health services, the colder darker season brings with it the usual illnesses and ailments that put our frontline nurses and doctors under added pressure, this has long been true even before the last 20 months of pandemic battle.

Knock-London service to resume from December 18

Thu, Nov 11, 2021

Aer Lingus will resume its hugely popular London-Gatwick service on December 18, just in time for the busy Christmas period. The service is returning on a phased basis initially, ahead of a planned full resumption of services in March 2022.

Weddings in Spain made easy!

Fri, Nov 05, 2021

Located right by the sea on the Costa del Sol, Sunset Beach Club is a popular wedding destination for many Irish brides, and their dedicated Weddings Department is here to assist you every step of the way!

Top Four Things to Do in Galway

Mon, Nov 01, 2021

Galway is a very vibrant city with an endless supply of things to do, no matter what sort of visit you’re having. Spend all weekend in the pub, or amongst the rolling hills. Gain some culture, or some nature. Make friends or get some much-needed alone time. There’s something for everyone here in Galway. Take a look at our top picks for things to do below.

‘Dublin can be heaven’, when you stay at Brooks Hotel

Wed, Oct 20, 2021

I have to confess my expectations were high. A few months ago, my wife and daughter had stayed in Brooks Hotel, and returned to Galway wondering why anyone visiting Dublin would stay anywhere else.

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