Young Irish singletons in search of love turn to... coach tours

Young Irish singletons looking for love, friends or just travel companions are increasingly plumping for coach tours all over the globe.

Traditionally the domain of older age groups, coach tours are rapidly becoming the hip option for young singletons, with the numbers on the tours doubling year on year since global youth coach tour operator Contiki Tours set up an office here in 2010.

Founded in 1962, the company offers coach trips all around the world specifically for 18 to 35-year-olds, including sightseeing, free time, culture, socialising, and adventure.