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A Century of Travel: Celebrating 100 Years of O’Hanrahan Travel in Monaghan
On Monday 14 December 1925, a young Cork man named Timothy O'Hanrahan opened the door of a new business at 59 Dublin Street, Monaghan. It was a modest premises with an ambitious vision-part travel agency, part auctioneers, part newsagents-serving a town very different from the Monaghan we know today.
Start 2026 in luxury by escaping the cold, grey skies of Ireland with a visit to magical Malta. There is no better place to help you recover from the hectic Christmas period and cure those January blues than this Mediterranean paradise.
Aer Lingus connects Dublin to Pittsburgh with direct flight route
From Spring 2026, Irish travellers will be able to fly nonstop to the vibrant U.S. city of Pittsburgh following the launch of a new year-round flight from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT).
The Etihad Airways Ireland team - Jeremy Pollock (GM UK & Ireland), Jason Kearns and Shauna Fitzgerald - recently hosted a special Christmas Appreciation Dinner at the Anantara The Marker Hotel, Dublin
Why Fly Direct to Malta This Winter with Aer Lingus
With direct flights from Dublin to Malta, Aer Lingus customers can swap Ireland’s winter chill for Mediterranean sunshine in under four hours. From historic cities and coastal walks to vibrant festivals and exceptional value, Malta is an ideal winter escape — whether for a short city break or a longer cultural getaway.
Complimentary access to two popular tours and attractions when you fly Emirates to Dubai
Emirates is giving travellers even more reasons to visit Dubai this winter, with a special offer that combines world-class hospitality and unique experiences. Customers who book return flights to Dubai by 21st December 2025, will enjoy complimentary access to two popular tours and attractions.
Spain Launches International Tender & Merry Christmas – Feliz Navidad
The Spanish Ministry of Industry and Tourism, through Turespaña, has announced an international tender for the concession to renovate, modernize, and operate the historic Palacio de Congresos in Madrid
United Airlines | Winter Holiday Travel Forecast + Festive Facts
Ireland Travel: United’spassenger bookings from Dublin to the U.S. increased by 101% during the winter holiday travel season (December 18 – January 6) compared to last year.
Orient Express Unveils Its 2027 Sailing Itineraries – From the Mediterranean to Northern Europe
Faithful to a heritage shaped by innovation and the French art of living, Orient Express continues its vision of exceptional travel and expands its horizons once more. After an initial season of sailing planned through the Mediterranean and the Caribbean in 2026, Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing yacht
Selective Travel Management Announces Strategic Partnership with Safeture
Selective Travel Management (STM), one of the UK and Ireland’s leading independent Travel Management Companies, has announced a strategic partnership with Safeture, a global technology provider specialising in travel risk management and employee safety.
Formula 1® Portuguese Grand Prix Confirmed for Portimão, Algarve in 2027 and 2028
Turismo de Portugal and Turismo do Algarve welcome today’s official announcement from Formula 1®, confirming the return of the Formula 1® Portuguese Grand Prix to the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (AIA) in 2027 and 2028
AWTE Ireland Announces New Committee and Exciting New Direction for 2026
After another sold-out AWTE Christmas Lunch, the Association of Women Travel Executives (AWTE) Ireland is thrilled to announce its new committee for 2026 and unveil a bold new direction aimed at strengthening its nationwide presence and expanding its membership.
Travel journalist Deirdre Mullins blends falconry, forest walks and fireside comfort in a restorative getaway on one of Ireland's most historic estates.
100 Years of the Motel: A Century of Pit Stops in California
12th December 2025 will mark 100 years since the world’s first motel, or motor hotel, opened in 1925. This was Milestone Mo-tel (later renamed the Motel Inn) in San Luis Obispo in California, which opened during the rise of America’s highways and a boom
MICHELIN Guide Returns to Vegas with Launch of New Southwest Edition
MICHELIN Guide will launch the first ever Southwest edition, marking a long-awaited return to Las Vegas. The last Las Vegas guide was published in 2009
Cascais: Portugal’s Coastal Haven for Digital Nomads
A recent study by LiveCareerfrom 2025 found that 165,000 UK citizens describe themselves as a digital nomad. Choosing to live and work abroad in search of better weather, lower cost of living and better work-life balance, with Portugal being one of the top destinations
Dubai hotel guests to skip the queue with contactless check-in as part of the city’s digital transformation
Dubai has announced the citywide introduction of a one-time contactless hotel guest check-in solution, setting a new global benchmark for guest convenience, safety, and innovation in the hospitality sector, and giving guests the option of bypassing in-person check-in
Drinks packages are now only €231 (previously €280), which is just €33 per day for a 7-night cruise! And on selected Summer 2026 Fly & Cruise packages to the Mediterranean, flights start from just €99, and deposits are only €100, making it easier for guests to book the holiday of their dreams.
Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister joins Tourism Ireland in Shanghai, promoting tourism in China
Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald is in Shanghai today (12th December), promoting Northern Ireland at a Tourism Ireland business luncheon event.
United Adds New Features to Award-Winning Mobile App Like Virtual Gate, Club Recommendation Tool and Real-Time Bag Tracker
United today launched new features to its award-winning mobile app to save customers even more time and further improve the overall travel experience on the world's largest airline*
MSC Cruises Reveals the 6 Travel Trends Driving How We’ll Holiday in 2026
MSC Cruises today unveiled six travel trends that are shaping guests’ booking patterns and driving itinerary offerings heading into 2026. From travellers planning holidays centred around sporting events, to children influencing family holiday choices
New for Summer 2026: MSC Cruises Launches Fresh Eastern Med Itineraries
Setting the stage for an incredible summer, MSC Cruises’ new itineraries aboard MSC Lirica and MSC Divina will offer guests the chance to explore some of the most captivating destinations in the Eastern Mediterranean – and it’s not too late to book.
