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Nice, France - Aug 1, 2021: Apollo statue as a Fountain of the Sun on Place Massena
Departure Lounge: Aer Lingus launches six exciting new routes from Cork and Dublin
The new routes include exciting destinations across Europe and America

Sat, 27 Dec, 2025

Stephen O’Leary: 'As soon as you book a flight in this industry, that’s when you’ll get a call!'
Stephen O’Leary: 'As soon as you book a flight in this industry, that’s when you’ll get a call!'
From LA to Lisbon, Stephen O'Leary reflects on unforgettable travels.

Sat, 27 Dec, 2025

The beautiful panoramic autumn view from top of Saint-Sauveur mountain in Quebec Canada
This is my fourth visit to Canada — but here's what it's like to visit Quebec for the first time
A thrilling journey through Québec province takes Yvonne Gordon from historic cities to dazzling wilderness in one hypnotic trip

Sat, 27 Dec, 2025

Santa Claus: When I first flew across the Alps I had never seen anything so amazing
Santa Claus: When I first flew across the Alps I had never seen anything so amazing
Santa has travelled all around the world and seen so many amazing places

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025

Hotel review: Five star luxury in the heart of Killarney National Park
S Hotel review: Five star luxury in the heart of Killarney National Park
This five-star property goes back as far as 1796, with the bones of that original inn still standing today

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025

Cottages, canals, cars and more: Five Christmas retreats await
Cottages, canals, cars and more: Five Christmas retreats await
Why not put the "holiday" back in the "holiday season"?

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

A decade after Star Wars, what is the lasting impact on Skellig Michael?
A decade after Star Wars, what is the lasting impact on Skellig Michael?
It's 10 years since Star Wars put Skellig Michael on the international map. A decade on, Gemma Tipton visits to see the lasting impact

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

Dublin at Christmas
Cosy in the capital: What to do during the pre-Christmas trip to Dublin
A winter's weekend in Dublin delights Gemma Fullam with creativity, culture, coffee and craic

Sat, 13 Dec, 2025

Karl Henry: 'The Portuguese Camino route was beyond what I expected'
Karl Henry: 'The Portuguese Camino route was beyond what I expected'
The bestselling author and personal trainer shares the trips that shaped him, and why nothing beats walking somewhere new

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025

These are the best hotel stays in Cork, according to the Hotel Examiner
S These are the best hotel stays in Cork, according to the Hotel Examiner
These are the best stays in Cork, taken from our inaugural list of Ireland’s 100 Best Places to Stay.

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

These are the best hotel stays in Kerry, according to the Hotel Examiner
S These are the best hotel stays in Kerry, according to the Hotel Examiner
These are the best stays in Kerry, taken from our inaugural list of Ireland’s 100 Best Places to Stay.

Tue, 25 Nov, 2025

Celine Byrne: I was invited to sing for the king and queen in Bangkok
Celine Byrne: I was invited to sing for the king and queen in Bangkok
For the Kildare native, it’s the memories, meals, and moments of stillness that mean the most.

Sun, 23 Nov, 2025

Departure Lounge: Five travel deals to book, including escapism in Italy
Departure Lounge: Five travel deals to book, including escapism in Italy
Plus a Christmas to remember in Cavan

Sat, 22 Nov, 2025

Here's how to win the chance to live at this 19th-century Tipperary castle for a whole month
Here's how to win the chance to live at this 19th-century Tipperary castle for a whole month
Located in County Tipperary, Lisheen Castle is offering people the chance to live on-site for one month, in what is a first-of-its-kind experience

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

I got an insider's taste of Italy ahead of Gloria Osteria's Dublin opening — here's what to expect
I got an insider's taste of Italy ahead of Gloria Osteria's Dublin opening — here's what to expect
The Big Mamma restaurant group offers an insider’s taste of Italy — from family-run dairies to boutique wineries, writes Breda Graham

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Jarlath Regan: I took part in a school tour that was pure mayhem across the continent
Jarlath Regan: I took part in a school tour that was pure mayhem across the continent
Comedian and writer Jarlath Regan shares some of his most memorable travel experiences

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Departure Lounge: Five deals to book this week, from a stargazing safari to Twixmas escapes
Departure Lounge: Five deals to book this week, from a stargazing safari to Twixmas escapes
Plus our deal of the week is a four-star winter break in medieval Kraków

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

Fiona Coghlan: 'You’ve heard of Jamaica and Barbados, but not Turks and Caicos'
Fiona Coghlan: 'You’ve heard of Jamaica and Barbados, but not Turks and Caicos'
A Grand Slam-winning rugby captain, PE and maths teacher, TV pundit and LauraLynn ambassador, Fiona Coghlan has spent much of her life on the move – whether it was training camps, tours, or chasing fresh mountain air on the slopes of Italy. 

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Two polar bears climbing out of water.
Departure Lounge: Gear up for a Christmas trip to the Svalbard Archipelago
Day trips into the frozen wilderness include dog sledding and snowmobiling with Northern Lights hunting on offer too, and there’s musical performances and classic Christmas films like Polar Express. 

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Sharlene Mawdsley 5/3/2025
Sharlene Mawdsley: 'My most memorable trip was the Bahamas for the World Relay Championships'
From family fun in Mallorca to racing through Tokyo and switching off in the Bahamas, Irish Olympian and European medallist Sharlene Mawdsley shares the memories that keep her grounded

Mon, 03 Nov, 2025

Long distance bus Singapore
The bus less travelled to Kuala Lumpur: 'The pavements are packed with people, the streets jammed with cars'
It’s only a 45-minute flight from Singapore, but think of all the stories, adventures, and contrary bus drivers you’ll miss out on, writes Arlene Harris

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025

Departure Lounge: Head for Botswana for a safari escape
Departure Lounge: Head for Botswana for a safari escape
Bringing together the thrill of a safari, the luxury of a Wilderness camp and the beauty of Botswana, The Sanctuary at Wilderness Mombo is the first of Wilderness’s new wellness destinations.

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025

Hotel review: Is this iconic East Cork landmark the best seafood stop in Munster?
S Hotel review: Is this iconic East Cork landmark the best seafood stop in Munster?
"Park your preconceptions: this East Cork classic is one of Ireland’s best value escapes for seafood lovers"

Fri, 31 Oct, 2025

I spent the night in a haunted castle in Tipperary, here's what happened
S I spent the night in a haunted castle in Tipperary, here's what happened
Maeve Lee spends the night with a team of paranormal investigators in a haunted castle, and discovers why 'ghost tourism' is on the rise in Ireland

Tue, 28 Oct, 2025

Hotel review: This coastal Waterford escape is full of potential
S Hotel review: This coastal Waterford escape is full of potential
One of Ireland’s finest coastal hotels, but perhaps the true wow-factor of this property remains unharnessed.

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Florence cityscape and Duomo Santa Maria Del Fiore, Italy
Bottled memories: Grief, scent and healing in Florence
In crafting a perfume in honour of her late mother, Jacqui Deevoy embarks on a journey into memory, artistry, and emotional alchemy that transforms stagnant grief into something beautiful

Sat, 25 Oct, 2025

Departure Lounge: Budapest is a winner for an autumn getaway
Departure Lounge: Budapest is a winner for an autumn getaway
Elegant and imperial, Budapest is calmer than Prague, easier than Berlin, and cheaper than Vienna, making it a winning choice for an autumn escape.

Sat, 25 Oct, 2025

Departure Lounge: Get 2026 off to a sailing start to the Maldives
Departure Lounge: Get 2026 off to a sailing start to the Maldives
"...sipping champagne with oysters at sunset, dining on a menu by Michelin-starred Tom Aikens and enjoying a guided stargazing session in absolute luxury..."

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025

Enniskeen Estate
S Hotel review: Is this Co Down escape the peak of Irish nature tourism?
"Expensive but exemplary, this world-class Co. Down hideaway could be Ireland’s best nature escape for couples."

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Hotel review: Is this the perfect town centre base for a Killarney getaway?
S Hotel review: Is this the perfect town centre base for a Killarney getaway?
Superb staff, a quality breakfast and great pricing make this old school find a real steal 

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

Me and My Travels: Susan McFadden on Dubai, Japan and Trabolgan
Me and My Travels: Susan McFadden on Dubai, Japan and Trabolgan
From childhood chaos on Cork beaches to spa-style bliss in Mexico, the singer and Snow Queen star shares the travel memories that have stayed with her.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Departure Lounge: Make the best of those new Dublin-Marrakech flights
Departure Lounge: Make the best of those new Dublin-Marrakech flights
"...why not factor in a brunch to remember at the lavish five-star palace hotel, Selman Marrakech?"

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Revealed: These luxury hotels in Kerry and Mayo have been awarded two Michelin Keys each
Revealed: These luxury hotels in Kerry and Mayo have been awarded two Michelin Keys each
The Michelin Keys are similar to the famous Michelin Stars, but for the world of hospitality

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025

Panoramic view of the Inn Valley and the Kitzbühel Alps (Tyrol, Austria) in winter. Snow-covered mountains. Valleys in the mist
Austrian skiing getaways: Head for the heights to carve up some Tirolean snow
A hot favourite among Irish and British skiers, Austria’s SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser is increasingly popular as a ski ‘mini-break’ destination, writes Catherine Shanahan

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025

Departure Lounge: Tee up for a sunny Spanish golfing escape
Departure Lounge: Tee up for a sunny Spanish golfing escape
"If sunny fairways are calling you, why not avail of Royal Marbella Golf Resort’s deal on the Costa del Sol?"

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025

I went on the world’s biggest cruise ship — here are 10 things I learned
I went on the world’s biggest cruise ship — here are 10 things I learned
Cruises have had a makeover and are no longer just a swanky excursion for older travellers but a desirable holiday for millennial and Gen Z tourists, writes Denise O’Donoghue

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025

Me and My Travels: Hermitage Green's Barry Murphy on his Sri Lanka surprise
Me and My Travels: Hermitage Green's Barry Murphy on his Sri Lanka surprise
Musician, songwriter, and former Munster and Ireland rugby player Barry Murphy is never not on the move. Whether it’s a gig with Hermitage Green or hosting the annual Munster Rugby Ball in New York, travel has been a lifelong constant. He talks growing up on the road and a family trip to New Zealand that changed his life.

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

Hotel review: This new luxury boutique escape makes a perfectly-tailored Dungarvan base
S Hotel review: This new luxury boutique escape makes a perfectly-tailored Dungarvan base
"Over the last decade, perhaps no town along the Munster coastline has seen its tourism credentials soar like Dungarvan — which is what makes a new hotel opening in the town, all the more exciting."

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign zoom
Viva Las Vegas: Secret thrills, spills, and bumps in America's entertainment capital
From hidden speakeasies to F1-inspired karting, boredom isn’t an option in Nevada’s neon city, writes Darren Norris

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Departure Lounge: Prepare for autumn with a trip to Edinburgh's Witchery Hotel
Departure Lounge: Prepare for autumn with a trip to Edinburgh's Witchery Hotel
"Quirky, glamorous, and luxurious, the atmospheric five-star hotel sits on the Royal Mile in the gothic heart of the city."

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Hotel review: This Kildare five-star blends history with a trendy dining experience
S Hotel review: This Kildare five-star blends history with a trendy dining experience
A grand Palladian estate reimagined for the modern traveller, this lavish five-star delivers historic splendour and exceptional dining

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

I spent a week walking the Donegal Camino — here are the moments that stood out
I spent a week walking the Donegal Camino — here are the moments that stood out
The Donegal Camino combines a walking holiday with cancer care fundraising, but it offers so much more to the participants, writes Jim Gallagher

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Ellen Keane: 'Uncharted with Ray Goggins' was the most outrageous trip I’ve ever done
Ellen Keane: 'Uncharted with Ray Goggins' was the most outrageous trip I’ve ever done
Paralympian Ellen Keane reflects on her love of the hop-on-hop-off bus, discovering a spiritual side in Bali, and one very unexpected hotel upgrade in Beijing.

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Departure Lounge: Five travel deals to book this week, including Las Vegas, Bali, West Cork
Departure Lounge: Five travel deals to book this week, including Las Vegas, Bali, West Cork
Plus save up to €1,190 and enjoy a free all-inclusive service in the Maldives

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Asian senior man with luggage walking in Airport Terminal.
Dublin Airport liquids FAQ: Everything you need to know about new hand luggage rules
The old 100ml or less liquid rule is also being relaxed, with departing passengers permitted to carry up to 2 litres in their hand luggage

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Manchán Magan: Our money and passports were stolen and I had no food for days — I loved it
Manchán Magan: Our money and passports were stolen and I had no food for days — I loved it
Me and My Travels: Manchán Magan has journeyed across Africa, Asia, and South America, but found his truest home amid the woodlands of Westmeath

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025

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