Departure Lounge: The best new travel deals, including three nights in Lisbon for €299

Welcome to Examiner Escapes!

Hop aboard the famous trams in Lisbon, Portugal thanks to this week's deal

As Travel Editor of Weekend, I’m delighted to introduce Examiner Escapes, our brand new travel section. Every week we’ll be bringing you the best of Irish and international travel, for sunseekers, families, intrepid explorers and armchair travellers. Covering hotels and hideaways, adventures and escapes, you’ll find reviews and recommendations to inspire your next holiday. From unmissable Irish experiences to the best sun, ski, spa, sustainable and city breaks, we’ll be covering the hottest destinations and travel trends. Examiner Escapes looks forward to fuelling your wanderlust every weekend!

Meet the Travel Editor