From Presidents to Hollywood stars: Ashford Castle’s Paddy Costello marks 50yrs
13th May 2026 at 11:51 am Ashford Castle marks a very special milestone today as Paddy Costello, a beloved figure to guests and colleagues alike, celebrates 50 years of service at the iconic five-star property. An integral part of Ashford Castle’s rich history, Paddy is a true character whose presence is as enduring as the castle itself.
7-Day Med for €545pp with NCL! Book Today!
13th May 2026 at 11:00 am 7-Day Med for €545pp with NCL! Book Today!
Summer in Malta
13th May 2026 at 8:28 am Are you looking for a holiday destination to enjoy some sunshine this summer? Whatever you’re looking for in a holiday, a trip to the Maltese Islands is an unmissable experience.
daa International appointed as strategic and operational partner for Gia Binh International Airport in Hanoi, Vietnam
13th May 2026 at 8:20 am daa International, the global airports management, consulting and investment arm of daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports, has been appointed as strategic and operational partner for Gia Binh International Airport in Hanoi, Vietnam
Air Canada/Do Something Different/MSC Cruises/Universal Orlando Resort VIP fam.
12th May 2026 at 2:07 pm The group enjoyed another VIP experience at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, followed by a visit to Loews Portofino Bay Hotel including drinks in the square, modelled on the original Portofino.
Explora III Elevates Summer 2026 with Extraordinary Northern Europe Journeys, Solar Eclipse Experience and Scenic Transatlantic Discovery
12th May 2026 at 11:09 am This summer, maybe the most compelling new opening in luxury travel is not found on land at all; its address is the ocean. Setting off on her maiden voyages on 3 August, EXPLORA III invites guests to experience a more refined expression of summer travel.
Dublin Airport passenger numbers up +1% in April to 3.1 million
12th May 2026 at 10:29 am A total of 3.11 million passengers travelled through Dublin Airport in April, up +1.1% on the same month last year, according to airport operator daa.
Celebrity Apex – A Life on the Ocean Wave
12th May 2026 at 8:17 am A ship to sail the seas, it’s hard to imagine a classier vessel than Celebrity Apex. Surely blurring the line between ship and shore, I was fortunate to board this supreme ship in Lisbon lately and sail to Southampton with a gaggle of media personnel.
The Air Canada/Do Something Different/MSC Cruises/Universal Orlando Resort VIP fam continues
11th May 2026 at 2:27 pm After winging their way across the Atlantic in style in Air Canada’s Signature class, the group chilled in Toronto Pearson’s Maple Leaf lounge before using Toronto Pearson’s US CBPA pre-clearance facility and continuing their journey to Orlando where they checked into Universal Stella Nova resort. The next day the group experienced a guided VIP tour of Universal Epic with skip the line access on some amazing rides.
ATTA®: Air Travel to Africa Growing Despite Global Disruption
11th May 2026 at 11:08 am Africa’s Travel Indaba, Durban, South Africa. New analysis released today by ATTA® – the African Travel & Tourism Association – reveals aviation growth to the continent for the early peak season months of May and June compared to the same months in 2025.