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Dublin And Cork Airports Welcomed 3.1 Million Passengers In April

Dublin And Cork Airports Welcomed 3.1 Million Passengers In April

3rd May 2024 at 4:12 pm

Over 3.1 million passengers travelled to and from Ireland’s two busiest airports in April, according to daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports. The number of passengers travelling through Dublin Airport in April was up marginally versus the same month last year, at just 1%. At Cork Airport, passenger traffic was marginally down by 2% compared to April 2023.

Los Angeles to Host ‘Watershed’ Moment as U.S. Travel’s IPW Convention Returns

Los Angeles to Host ‘Watershed’ Moment as U.S. Travel’s IPW Convention Returns

2nd May 2024 at 9:47 pm

For the first time in 12 years, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board is proud to welcome the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW—the largest inbound travel trade show—to Los Angeles, from May 3-7.  The Los Angeles Convention Center will serve as the main backdrop for IPW with key events being held throughout the city, including the Getty Center, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Exposition Park and Universal Studios Hollywood.

€180m Impact on Irish Economy Generated by Aer Lingus College Football Classic 2023 Game

€180m Impact on Irish Economy Generated by Aer Lingus College Football Classic 2023 Game

2nd May 2024 at 4:17 pm

Event underscores importance of supporting and leveraging international sporting events to boost Irish tourism, local economy, and business links. The Aer Lingus College Football Classic 2023, featuring Notre Dame (Fighting Irish) and Navy, is calculated to have generated a significant €180 million boost for the Irish economy.

MSC Cruises Offers an Unparalleled Choice of Itineraries to the Caribbean for Summer 2024 and Winter 2024/2025

MSC Cruises Offers an Unparalleled Choice of Itineraries to the Caribbean for Summer 2024 and Winter 2024/2025

2nd May 2024 at 3:57 pm

Four ships will offer a range of itineraries from Miami, New York and Port Canaveral (Orlando) this summer 2024 to the Caribbean. Six ships to sail the Caribbean this winter 2024/2025 with varied itineraries from Miami, Port Canaveral, New York and Martinique.

Universal Orlando Resort Unveils Exciting New Details About Its Most Colourful And Interactive Experience Yet – Super Nintendo World

Universal Orlando Resort Unveils Exciting New Details About Its Most Colourful And Interactive Experience Yet – Super Nintendo World

2nd May 2024 at 2:01 pm

Next year, guests can jump into the action of their favourite video games when SUPER NINTENDO WORLD makes its much-anticipated debut at Universal Orlando Resort as one of five imaginative worlds at the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park.

The Ship The World Has Been Waiting For

The Ship The World Has Been Waiting For

2nd May 2024 at 8:32 am

Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady Hits the High Seas September 2025. Newest vessel from world’s No. 1 cruise line to embark on North American Tour, adding New York, LA, Seattle, Alaska and the Panama Canal to list of iconic calls.

Dublin Airport Ready For A Great Summer

Dublin Airport Ready For A Great Summer

1st May 2024 at 6:13 pm

Dublin Airport is ready to delight more than 10 million passengers this summer with a whole host of improvements and new additions in its two terminals. Dublin Airport operator daa has confirmed details of eight commitments it is making to passengers ahead of the busy summer period, including a promise that at least 90% of passengers will get through security screening in under 20 minutes.

Shannon Airport gearing up for busy Bank Holiday

Shannon Airport gearing up for busy Bank Holiday

1st May 2024 at 12:30 pm

Shannon Airport is gearing up for a busy May bank holiday as over 46,000 people are expected to travel through the popular Midwest airport over the bank holiday period. As the summer holiday travel period gets underway, the airport is expecting this weekend to be one of the busiest of the year to date.

March Tourism Dashboard shows 521,800 international tourists in Ireland with spend of €559 million

March Tourism Dashboard shows 521,800 international tourists in Ireland with spend of €559 million

1st May 2024 at 8:53 am

The Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) has today issued its latest monthly tourism dashboard which shows 521,800 international visitors were in Ireland during March spending €559 million.

Visit Portugal Road Show takes off in Dublin

Visit Portugal Road Show takes off in Dublin

1st May 2024 at 8:14 am

Carlos Pinto de Oliveira (Director of Visit Portugal Ireland) led a delegation of 23 Portuguese travel and tourism suppliers to promote their products and services to the Irish travel industry at a very well attended roadshow held in the Hyatt Centric Hotel Dublin.