Tag Archives: Ireland

A Record-Breaking Summer Ahead as Ryanair Grows Its Shannon Operations and Invests $400 Million in the Region

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(NEWS) DUBLIN, 2025-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair is set to elevate Shannon Airport’s connectivity to new heights with its Summer 2026 expansion, unveiling four new European routes — Rome, Warsaw, Poznan, and Madrid — alongside the introduction of a fourth based aircraft. The move represents a US$400 million investment and marks the airline’s biggest-ever… Read the full news article

Agoda and Premier Inn elevate cross-continental travel, inviting guests to explore Europe with confidence and style

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(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Oct-14 — /Travel PR News/ — In a move that could reshape how travelers from Asia explore Europe, global digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with the United Kingdom’s largest hotel chain, Premier Inn, to list more than 900 of its hotels across the UK, Germany, and Ireland. The collaboration is expected to give… Read the full news article

Strong recovery of the Global MICE Sector at IMEX America 2025

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(NEWS) LAS VEGAS, NV, 2025-Oct-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Held from October 7–9, 2025, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, IMEX America 2025 set a new benchmark for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. The event drew over 3,500 exhibitors and thousands of hosted buyers from across the globe, making it the largest… Read the full news article

From Biodiversity to Customer Excellence, Shannon Airport Group Continues Its Winning Journey

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(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2025-Oct-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Shannon Airport Group has reaffirmed its leadership in Ireland’s aviation and sustainability landscape, earning national recognition for its groundbreaking environmental initiatives and commitment to service excellence. The Group recently secured the prestigious Chambers Ireland Environment & Biodiversity Award for its innovative Thady’s Hill Conservation Grazing Project… Read the full news article

IHG and Nhance Introduce voco The Club – Dublin Gateway on Kildare’s Greenway

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts and partner Nhance are launching voco The Club – Dublin Gateway, the network’s tenth property in Ireland, with full rebranding by summer 2025. Located on a 12‑acre estate in County Kildare, the 50‑room hotel offers scenic views of horse‑grazing fields, a brasserie‑style restaurant, outdoor spa, multiple meeting venues, and ample parking. The site benefits… Read the full news article

FishPal adds six exciting new destinations in Ireland and Northern Ireland

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The fly fishing permits and accommodation booking service FishPal has introduced six brand new beats across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Remarkably, one stretch has never been open to the public to fish before. It’s a great opportunity for anglers to easily experience new waters across the Irish Sea for the first time. BALLYDUFF, Ireland, 2025-Jun-12… Read the full news article

67 RIU Hotels in 18 Countries Win Tripadvisor 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards, 12 Earn Best of the Best

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(IN SHORT) Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards recognize 67 RIU hotels across 18 countries for outstanding guest reviews and service quality. Twelve of these properties—representing the platform’s top 1%—received the “Best of the Best” title, including leading resorts in Cape Verde, Spain, Ireland, Mexico, and Sri Lanka. The broader Traveller’s Choice roster highlights top-performing RIU… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus Announces New Winter Direct Route to Cancún, Mexico, Connecting Ireland to the Caribbean

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(IN SHORT) Aer Lingus has announced the launch of a new direct route from Dublin to Cancún, Mexico, starting January 2026. The new service will operate three times a week, offering Irish travellers direct access to the tropical beaches, Mayan ruins, and vibrant culture of Cancún. This new route strengthens Aer Lingus’ winter sun offering… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Virgin Atlantic Launch ‘Destination Unknown’ Challenge for Travel Agents

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Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Virgin Atlantic tease 2025 travel agent challenge to win unmissable prizes for agents and their travel agency (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Virgin Atlantic have teamed up to launch Destination Unknown, a unique sales incentive for travel agents in 2025. The competition will challenge 10 agents from… Read the full news article

Radisson RED Debuts in Ireland with Bold and Vibrant Galway Property

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(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group has opened its first Radisson RED property in Ireland, located in Galway’s Crown Square neighborhood near the city center. Combining bold design with a relaxed atmosphere, the hotel features 177 stylish rooms, cutting-edge technology, and vibrant dining options, including Lena’s Rooftop Bar with panoramic views of Galway Bay. With over… Read the full news article

FishPal expands fishing access across Ireland as report reveals Emerald Isle’s waters are cleanest

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Lismore Castle fishery, Blackwater, one of Ireland’s most famous salmon rivers. Lismore, Ireland, 2024-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — FishPal, the innovative service that enables anglers to book fly fishing permits online and access the latest information about where is fishing well, has expanded into Ireland and Northern Ireland. Since its launch in 2003, the… Read the full news article

A journey to Dunmore East: Exploring the Idyllic Coastal Town of County Waterford

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Dunmore East, 2024-May-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Dunmore East, nestled in County Waterford, Ireland, is a picturesque coastal town that captivates visitors with its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Known for its stunning cliffside walks and beautiful sandy beaches, Dunmore East is one of the best small towns in Ireland offers a perfect retreat… Read the full news article

A journey to Dingle, County Kerry: Ireland’s Charming Peninsula

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Dingle, 2024-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Nestled on the stunning Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, the town of Dingle is a captivating blend of scenic landscapes, vibrant streets, and rich cultural history. Known for its picturesque setting and as a cultural hub, Dingle attracts travelers who wish to immerse themselves in authentic Irish charm… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways and Aer Lingus Launch Codeshare Partnership, Expanding Connectivity Across UK and Ireland

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Starting 13 March 2024, the codeshare gives customers greater access to more destinations across the UK and Ireland The move further strengthens Qatar Airways’ ongoing partnership expansion with Aer Lingus’ parent company International Airlines Group (IAG) (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways and Aer Lingus are set to commence a new codeshare partnership on March 13, 2024,… Read the full news article

Ugandan Children’s Choir Delights Passengers at Manchester Airport During UK and Ireland Tour

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The New Life Choir from Uganda is touring the UK and Ireland on behalf of the charity Abaana, which is raising funds to support Ugandan children in escaping poverty The group of 20 primary school children performed for passengers while they waited for a connecting flight at Manchester Airport and were treated to breakfast and… Read the full news article

TAP Launches Early Black Friday Deals on Flights to Various Destinations

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(IN SHORT) TAP, the Portuguese national airline, is kicking off Black Friday promotions earlier this year, offering round-trip flights starting at 49 euros to its destinations in Portugal, Europe, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Africa. Business class travelers can also enjoy discounts, with prices starting at 319 euros. These promotional tickets are… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean Launches ‘The Big Royal Thank You’ Competition with £100,000 Prize Pool for UK and Ireland Travel Partners

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Cruise Line Announces a New Trade Competition for Club Royal Members Across UK and Ireland LONDON, UK, 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has announced ‘The Big Royal Thank You’ competition for travel partners across UK and Ireland and featuring the largest prize pot to date. The interactive competition platform, dubbed ‘Bounty of the Seas,’ will be… Read the full news article

Swissport appoints new CEO for UK & Ireland region and Chief Commercial Officer for the Americas

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Effective 1 April 2023, Karen Cox was appointed CEO for the UK & Ireland region. Andres Diez takes on the role of Chief Commercial Officer for the Americas Zurich, Switzerland, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport, the world’s leading aviation services company, makes two key changes to its executive team. Karen Cox, formerly Global… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus launches new flights connecting west Ireland to London Heathrow and Hartford, Connecticut from Dublin

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Dublin, Ireland, 2023-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus this weekend began a brand new service connecting the west coast of Ireland to London Heathrow and recommenced direct flights to Hartford, Connecticut from Dublin. New Knock-Heathrow service The inaugural Aer Lingus flight EI916, operated by an Airbus A320, departed from Ireland West Airport at… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands UK & Ireland Presence with Nine New Hotels Across Brands

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UK signings and openings cement IHG brand family as brands of choice for owners and guests DENHAM, UK, 2023-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, strengthens its powerhouse status in the UK & Ireland with the addition of nine new hotels. These new additions illustrate… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Unveils Ireland’s First Electric Medical Response Vehicle “Rescue 14”

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Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport has become the first Irish airport to take delivery of an electric Medical Response Vehicle. The vehicle, called “Rescue 14”, replaces its diesel-powered model and will be used for emergency medical responses that may arise at the airport. Rescue 14 is designed and built to similar specifications as the National Ambulance Service vehicles and is fully equipped with a defibrillator, stretcher,… Read the full news article

Dolphin Dynamics Shortlisted as “Technology Company of the Year” at Irish Travel Industry Awards

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LONDON, UK, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — We’re delighted that Dolphin Dynamics has been shortlisted in the “Technology Company Of The Year” category at the Irish Travel Industry Awards. The Irish Travel Industry Awards are the premier awards for suppliers and Travel Agents in Ireland. The Awards are an initiative of the Irish Travel Agents Association with… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus adds Kos (Greece), Olbia (Sardinia, Italy) and Brindisi (Italy) to its European destinations for 2023 summer

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Kos (Greece), Olbia (Sardinia, Italy) and Brindisi (Italy) revealed as part of Aer Lingus’ Summer 2023 programme Aer Lingus increases seats to Euro-Leisure destinations by 18% vs. last year reflecting consumer demand for sun Biggest ever transatlantic schedule with 2.25 million seats to North America and 20% more seats from Ireland vs. 2019 Travel trends… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways becomes the Official Airline Partner of the United Rugby Championship (URC) and European Professional Club Rugby

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With the inclusion of South African Teams the Airline will partner with the United Rugby Championship and European Professional Club Rugby competitions – Qatar Airways’ first rugby partnership for the upcoming season DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways announces its newest sport partnership as the Official Airline Partner of the United… Read the full news article

Fiji Airways wins 2022 Passenger Choice Award® for Best Food & Beverage in the South Pacific

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Nadi, Fiji, 2022-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Fiji Airways, Fiji’s National Airline, has been awarded the 2022 Passenger Choice Award® for Best Food & Beverage in the South Pacific by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Fiji’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, His Excellency, Mr. Jitoko Tikolevu, accepted the award on behalf of… Read the full news article

Emirates recognised with Best Wi-Fi and Best Food & Beverage awards at 2022 APEX Regional Passenger Choice Awards

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers around the world have recognised Emirates for Best Wi-Fi and Best Food & Beverage in the Middle East, with the airline bagging these awards at the prestigious 2022 APEX Regional Passenger Choice Awards® ceremony held in Dublin, Ireland. For the awards this year, verified passengers flying… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways invites football fans to secure all-inclusive travel packages for The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

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With a successful Final Draw complete and groups set, fans are invited to secure their all-inclusive travel packages from Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ As Qatar Airways optimises its network to ensure fans can attend the FIFA World Cup™, the airline offers 5,000 bonus Avios to all… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways hosts Inaugural Influencer Cup in Doha

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Inaugural tournament was hosted at Stadium 974 from 28 to 29 March A nostalgic reunion of Qatar Legacy Ambassadors and FIFA Legends featured the likes of Cafu, Tim Cahill, and Marcel Desailly DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — With excitement building ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, renowned international social media… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean Challenges Travel Agents to pitch forward-thinking concepts through ‘The Royal Pitch’ competition

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The Royal Pitch’ to Challenge Travel Agents Across UK and Ireland LONDON, UK, 2022-Mar-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Today ( March 22, 2022), Royal Caribbean International has launched ‘The Royal Pitch,’ a competition dedicated to consortia members. Travel agents, who are members of a consortia, have the exclusive opportunity to pitch forward-thinking concepts to the cruise line… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus resumes service from Dublin to San Francisco

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Fly direct Dublin to San Francisco from 25th February Now offering 14 direct routes between Ireland and North America Great sale fares on offer now on all routes to the US with fares starting from €189 return Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus is pleased to announce the return of its… Read the full news article