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Hotel review: Dublin city’s best value five-star delivers gorgeous rooms at a great price

Overlooking the Liffey, between Millennium and Grattan Bridge, this quayside five-star places you mere minutes on foot from O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, and Temple Bar.

Hotel review: Perfect country escapism in Wexford spot that houses Kevin Dundon’s cookery studio

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Hotel review: Perfect country escapism in Wexford spot that houses Kevin Dundon’s cookery studio

Landscape with Ferreries town, Menorca

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I hiked across Menorca to reveal the mysteries of the Spanish island

Landscape with Ferreries town, Menorca

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I hiked across Menorca to reveal the mysteries of the Spanish island

Departure lounge: African safari savings and Navigating the Nordic seas

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Departure lounge: African safari savings and Navigating the Nordic seas

Something feels missing: Bring back the trolley service on every train journey

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Something feels missing: Bring back the trolley service on every train journey

City Guides

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How to spend 48 hours in Prague — where to eat, drink, stay, and more

From cultural heritage and cafes to the architecture, 48 hours in Prague feels like an excellent idea indeed

It's a long way from Cork to Derry — but here's why it's worth the road trip

It's a long way from Cork to Derry — but here's why it's worth the road trip

PAUL MANGAN

Inside Dublin’s Museum of Curiosities as conjoined lambs and historic royal cake go on display

Colorful houses on Stortorget square in Old town, Stockholm, Sweden

Forget about summer — here are 12 reasons to visit Stockholm in autumn and winter

Sun Holidays

I sailed down the Amazon river and witnessed the magnificence of its wildlife

I sailed down the Amazon river and witnessed the magnificence of its wildlife

A cruise through the world’s largest rainforest is an experience like no other, writes Sean Sheehan

Garden in Fuerteventura

Dear Dáithí: A relative left our parents' lovely holiday home in an awful state

Ibiza: In search of sun and simplicity in a dance-music destination

Ibiza: In search of sun and simplicity in a dance-music destination

I was sniffy about visiting Dubai — this is how a recent trip proved me wrong

I was sniffy about visiting Dubai — this is how a recent trip proved me wrong

Destination Ideas

Departure lounge: Five travel deals to book, including two new summer routes direct from Cork

Departure lounge: Five travel deals to book, including two new summer routes direct from Cork

Other offers include a secluded sanctuary in the Maldives or a spa designed for families in Austria

Bernina Express train traveling through snowy Swiss Alps panorama

Departure lounge: A breathtaking train journey through the Swiss alps

Medieval fortified city of Carcassonne, France

Timoleague and Quin abbeys could be Ireland's Carcassonne

Omoide-Yokocho in Shinjuku district of Tokyo

We spent 15 days in Japan with our teens — here's why it's the ultimate family holiday

Irish Holidays

I followed my dreams of learning to drive a bus — it has been a bumpy ride

I followed my dreams of learning to drive a bus — it has been a bumpy ride

With dreams of learning to drive a bus, Siobhán Cronin embarked on lessons... but this road less travelled is proving a difficult journey

Increasing number of US visitors coming to Ireland in the winter

Increasing number of US visitors coming to Ireland in the winter

Hotel Reception Desk with Vintage Silver Bell

Irish hotel occupancy rose to 76% last year

Listowel Writers' Week looks to turn the page on funding controversy

Listowel Writers' Week looks to turn the page on funding controversy

Hotel reviews

Hotel review: This cosy townhouse is a rare retreat in Dublin

S Hotel review: This cosy townhouse is a rare retreat in Dublin

Intimate, private, and beautifully designed, this cosy residents-only townhouse is one of Dublin’s most delightful stays

Hotel review: Don’t bypass this Macroom favourite if you’re seeking a bargain, culture, or coffee

S Hotel review: Don’t bypass this Macroom favourite if you’re seeking a bargain, culture, or coffee

Hotel review: This large hotel is ideal for a stress-free flight from Cork Airport

S Hotel review: This large hotel is ideal for a stress-free flight from Cork Airport

Hotel review: There's lots to like but room for improvement too at this Kilkenny five-star

S Hotel review: There's lots to like but room for improvement too at this Kilkenny five-star

Family holidays

Richard Hogan: A seven-hour road trip where I saw the two sides of Ireland

Richard Hogan: A seven-hour road trip where I saw the two sides of Ireland

An unplanned diversion through the back roads of his home country provided an insight into rundown rural Ireland — but for Richard Hogan, the final destination was paradise

Emirates flight flying high in the sky

Industrial strikes at Spanish airports ahead of busy bank holiday weekend

Festive family fun: 13 ways for the whole gang to get out and celebrate Christmas

Festive family fun: 13 ways for the whole gang to get out and celebrate Christmas

Irish Examiner view: Perfect is the enemy of good

Irish Examiner view: Perfect is the enemy of good

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Departure lounge: Cross two bucket list destinations off with this Japan and Korea package

Departure lounge: Cross two bucket list destinations off with this Japan and Korea package

Plus the West of Ireland discovery package designed to showcase the beauty and allure of Ireland’s western coastline

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026

18 days out that celebrate Irish food and drink, from butter making to tasting absinthe

18 days out that celebrate Irish food and drink, from butter making to tasting absinthe

From foraging to cider tasting, Ireland has plenty of immersive experiences to whet your appetite, writes Ali Dunworth

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

Panoramic View of the Albaicín District in Granada, Andalusia, Spain

I spent a weekend in Granada and found a city rich in culture, history, and so much food

A solo weekend with no itinerary allows Eve Meehan to unearth the essence of this budget-friendly Spanish city

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

Departure Lounge: Italy by train – Who says first-class comfort can't be affordable?

Departure Lounge: Italy by train – Who says first-class comfort can't be affordable?

Plus Easter in Tuscany, Wales by ferry, and your very own chance to dance with the stars

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

The hidden retreats not found on a map: Inside the Arctic's invitation-only luxury lodges

The hidden retreats not found on a map: Inside the Arctic's invitation-only luxury lodges

Undisclosed addresses, invitation-only accommodation and a waiting list to stay: Jillian Bolger experiences the private off-grid world of Lapland's wildernesses

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026

Laura Whitmore: 'I'm not very good at sitting still... Like my mum, I feel like travelling is in our blood'

Laura Whitmore: 'I'm not very good at sitting still... Like my mum, I feel like travelling is in our blood'

From road-tripping across America in a Mustang to cycling through Copenhagen and returning home, travel has long been woven into Laura Whitmore's life

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026

Departure Lounge: Five getaways for Easter — including this Cork hotel where children under 12 stay free

Departure Lounge: Five getaways for Easter — including this Cork hotel where children under 12 stay free

From a Cork hotel where children under 12 stay for free to a four-star estate near Kildare Village, Newbridge Silverware, and the Irish National Stud & Gardens, here are five Easter getaways to consider

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

My cruise with lifelong friends was all White Lotus luxury with none of the drama

My cruise with lifelong friends was all White Lotus luxury with none of the drama

The latest season of The White Lotus put female friendship firmly in the spotlight. And, as the show revealed, there’s nothing like a holiday with lifelong friends, as Vickie Maye discovered on a dream all-inclusive cruise

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Iceberg floating in front of Ilulissat, Greenland

Here's what it's like to visit Greenland, a country much in the news due to Donald Trump

A dive into Inuit culture and breathtaking landscapes makes Greenland an exhilarating adventure, writes Ben West

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

Beach and cityscape Salou, Spain, Europe. Tourist city on Costa Dorada

Departure Lounge: Tired of gloomy Irish weather? There's plenty of sun waiting for you

plus holidays for the whole family this easter

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

What Japan's onsen culture taught me about body positivity

What Japan's onsen culture taught me about body positivity

'I found myself slowing down, taking care of myself in a way I had never done before'

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

Passenger airplane flying above clouds during sunset

Travel chaos: Here's what to do if your flight to or from the Middle East is cancelled

Many travellers to and from the Middle East, whose plans are now uncertain, are scrambling to work out what rights they have and what they should do next

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

Hotel review: A stylish stay on the doorstep of Dublin’s biggest sporting moments

S Hotel review: A stylish stay on the doorstep of Dublin’s biggest sporting moments

Whether you’re up for a match or one of the summer’s biggest gigs, The Croke Park Hotel offers a slick and hassle-free experience

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026

Departure Lounge: Journey to a luxury resort nestled in pine-clad hills for a true Turkish delight

Departure Lounge: Journey to a luxury resort nestled in pine-clad hills for a true Turkish delight

With plenty of cultural activities and excursions, two spas, and fitness classes, get ready for the trip of a lifetime

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Jess Murphy: Cooking in a refugee camp in Jordan is one of my most memorable experiences

Jess Murphy: Cooking in a refugee camp in Jordan is one of my most memorable experiences

Jess Murphy is chef-owner of Kai in Galway and author of The Kai Cookbook. She is also a SOOP Mug Brand Ambassador, with SOOP mugs now launched into 61 Maxol stores across Ireland.

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

My Maldives miracle

Swimming with endangered sea turtles in the Maldives was nothing short of a miracle

A close encounter in an Indian Ocean lagoon offers Vickie Maye a chance to overcome her lifetime fear of water

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Trevor Moran: 'My first meal at Noma changed my life and forced me to quit my job, sell my car and leave everyone behind'

Trevor Moran: 'My first meal at Noma changed my life and forced me to quit my job, sell my car and leave everyone behind'

Chef Trevor Moran has spent much of his career cooking abroad, working in some of the world’s most influential kitchens before opening his own restaurant in Nashville.

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

Go off course for cultural delights of the Algarve in Portugal's sunlit south

Go off course for cultural delights of the Algarve in Portugal's sunlit south

Although better known for its world-class golf, the resort at Quinta do Lago has plenty to offer far from the fairways for an off-season trip, writes Gemma Fullam

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

The sunny tropical Caribbean island of Barbados

Departure Lounge: Caribbean delight and Calais cuisine await

Aer Lingus is operating a temporary scheduled service between Dublin and Barbados for two months this spring.

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Hotel review: A revamped boutique stay with private cinema and Dublin on your doorstep

S Hotel review: A revamped boutique stay with private cinema and Dublin on your doorstep

Just a three-minute walk from Grafton Street, it’s an ideal location for a city centre stay.

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

I went on avalanche patrol on the slopes of the French Alps — here's what happened

I went on avalanche patrol on the slopes of the French Alps — here's what happened

Alf Alderson shadows the brave Les Menuires Ski Patrol and their avalanche rescue dogs on the slopes. Photos by Olly Bowman

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Hotel review: This cosy and chic townhouse is a vibrant stay in the heart of Kenmare

S Hotel review: This cosy and chic townhouse is a vibrant stay in the heart of Kenmare

Have the pick of the best bars, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes at your doorstep, in one of Ireland’s most idyllic towns.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Departure Lounge: A package for the whole family, three nights of five star luxury in Lisbon

Departure Lounge: A package for the whole family, three nights of five star luxury in Lisbon

Be it far flung or in your back garden, these destinations are worth the visit

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Meet the Kenmare family who bought their hotel back from John and Francis Brennan

S Meet the Kenmare family who bought their hotel back from John and Francis Brennan

Patrick and Aileen Hanley tell Gemma Fullam how they brought Kenmare’s landmark Lansdowne hotel back to the family – and how two years on, they are still making it their own

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

From Austria to Asia: How travel has influenced Irish fashion designer Helen Steele

From Austria to Asia: How travel has influenced Irish fashion designer Helen Steele

The Monaghan-based designer reflects on childhood holidays, eye-opening journeys and the places that continue to shape her creativity

Sun, 08 Feb, 2026

View of the Port and historic waterfront old town area of Sorrento, Italy, from a cliff viewpoint above the city and the Gulf of

Departure Lounge: Five travel deals, including a week of spring sunshine in Sorrento

Plus a city and ski break in Vilnius

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Discover the unexpected Irish roots of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife

Discover the unexpected Irish roots of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife

Tenerife has a deep and intriguing connection to Ireland that few discover when visiting the island

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Is this Welsh resort the pocket-friendly alternative to Center Parcs for Irish families?

Is this Welsh resort the pocket-friendly alternative to Center Parcs for Irish families?

Looking for a more affordable take on a Center Parcs family holiday? Head to Wales and check into Bluestone National Park Resort

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Need a Valentine's day retreat? These five luxury hotels have you and your partner covered

Need a Valentine's day retreat? These five luxury hotels have you and your partner covered

Breakfast in bed, gorgeous spas, and atmospheric dining await

Sat, 31 Jan, 2026

Brendan Courtney: 'We went from sitting on the station floor with rats to a business class flight with champagne'

Brendan Courtney: 'We went from sitting on the station floor with rats to a business class flight with champagne'

Despite years of airports, islands, and on-the-road adventure, Brendan Courtney is happiest now keeping things simple: sunshine, sea swims and the ease of Greece.

Sat, 31 Jan, 2026

The insider's list: 20 of the best Irish hotels for your 2026 getaway

S The insider's list: 20 of the best Irish hotels for your 2026 getaway

From newcomers to revamped favourites, Thom Breathnach selects 20 of Ireland's most noteworthy accommodation to book now

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

Hotel review: Could this new whiskey-themed hotel be Ireland’s best value break?

S Hotel review: Could this new whiskey-themed hotel be Ireland’s best value break?

While it may be Ireland’s first whiskey-themed hotel, it offers tasteful tones of the spirit rather than it feeling an overplayed schtick.

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Amazing sunrise and ski resort in the French Alps,Europe

S 50 fantastic holidays for your travel bucket list, from family getaways to luxury escapes

From affordable family sun breaks to luxury safaris and epic adventures, these trips offer something for every traveller

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Chapter One's Mickael Viljanen: 'The top restaurants in America are not worth the money'

Chapter One's Mickael Viljanen: 'The top restaurants in America are not worth the money'

As chef patron of the two Michelin-starred Chapter One, Mickael Viljanen's career has taken him across continents, from Nordic lakes to Asian megacities and remote Indian Ocean islands

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

This spot is one of the world’s top 25 places to visit — is it Ireland’s most scenic valley?

This spot is one of the world’s top 25 places to visit — is it Ireland’s most scenic valley?

When I was invited to go on an amble with a veteran guide, it felt like serendipity

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

Venice, Italy

From piazzas to canals, here's the insider's guide to exploring Milan and Venice

A twin-city escape from Milan to Venice offers a heady mix of vintage glamour, handmade beauty and culinary joy

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

Hotel review: This west of Ireland sanctuary should be on every spa lover's list

S Hotel review: This west of Ireland sanctuary should be on every spa lover's list

Seaweed baths and the magical waterside setting stand out at this Mayo hide-away

Sun, 18 Jan, 2026

The lights that guide us — the story of Ireland's great lighthouses

The lights that guide us — the story of Ireland's great lighthouses

They are centuries-old beacons of light, but Ireland's lighthouses retain just as much power and potential today. Rachel Gaffney spoke to policymakers, historians, and industry leaders at a marine heritage and tourism conference in Dublin that explored the future of our great lighthouses

Sun, 18 Jan, 2026

Colors of India - Indian women carrying water from stepwell near Jaipur

Departure Lounge: On your way home from India, you’ll spend three nights in Dubai

The 10-night trip will introduce you to the magical cities of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur alongside a visit to Ranthambore National Park, home of India’s tigers.

Sat, 17 Jan, 2026

Ainsley Harriott: 'People were stealing toast out of the toaster on an all-inclusive holiday'

Ainsley Harriott: 'People were stealing toast out of the toaster on an all-inclusive holiday'

Ainsley Harriott has returned to screens with Ainsley’s Taste of The Bahamas, a new ten-part ITV series exploring the food culture of Nassau and Paradise Island

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

Hotel review: Homely meets hip at this dog-friendly newcomer with luxe vibes

S Hotel review: Homely meets hip at this dog-friendly newcomer with luxe vibes

The landmark Victorian building, all warm red brick and large windows, fills a block close to Wicklow Street, surrounding it with shops, attractions and good transport connections

Sun, 11 Jan, 2026

Chasing new horizons: A side to Spain that most never see

Chasing new horizons: A side to Spain that most never see

From the sea to the sky, the Costa Brava and Girona Pyrenees' green revolution lifted more than Rosaleen McMeel’s spirits

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026

Eco tourism at southeast tip of Dominican Republic

Departure Lounge: Big savings on your dream Dominican holiday

Club Med’s January sale offers appealing deals on holidays booked before January 16 on all their sun and ski stays and cruises up until November 27

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026

Molly McDonald: 'My parents were immigrants in New York, every summer we’d return to Galway'

Molly McDonald: 'My parents were immigrants in New York, every summer we’d return to Galway'

Galway still feels like where my heart is

Sun, 04 Jan, 2026

Surprise and seduction in the sparkling Seychelles

Surprise and seduction in the sparkling Seychelles

From sea creatures to spices and coral reefs to Cocos de Mer, Irene Feighan finds nature and sustainability at the heart of a Seychelles adventure

Sat, 03 Jan, 2026

This is the secret — and free — ingredient all Irish hotels should be harnessing

S This is the secret — and free — ingredient all Irish hotels should be harnessing

With another year of hotel reviews under our belts, Jillian Bolger highlights the secret (free) ingredient all hotels should be harnessing

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

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