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Cork and Dublin airports expect over 525,000 passengers across bank holiday weekend

Cork and Dublin airports expect over 525,000 passengers across bank holiday weekend

The number is split between the arrivals halls and departure gates. Cork and Dublin airports are expecting over 525,000 passengers across the bank holiday weekend. Split between both arrivals and departures, Dublin Airport is expecting around 465,000 people to pass through this weekend, and Cork 61,500. Today, Friday, May 1, is set to be the […]

4 months ago

Free travel scheme for domestic violence survivors to be in place from next week

Free travel scheme for domestic violence survivors to be in place from next week

This follows the introduction of a bill by Senator Patricia Stephenson. A free travel scheme for domestic violence victims and their dependents will be put in place from next Tuesday, May 5. The support will be offered via community welfare services such as women’s refuges, and the payments will not be means-tested however, will be […]

4 months ago

Irish commuters spend over nine days a year travelling to and from work

Irish commuters spend over nine days a year travelling to and from work

A new study has shown that Ireland ranks third in the world for long commutes. Irish commuters spend over nine days a year travelling to and from work, a study has found. New research from Autotrader has shown that Ireland ranks third in the world for long commutes, with people spending an average of 9 […]

5 months ago

Best spots in Ireland for a winter staycation

Best spots in Ireland for a winter staycation

Because why does January already feel never-ending… Back to work, dark days, bad weather – the winter just becomes all too much after Christmas. The perfect way to cheer yourself up? A winter staycation. From scenic routes to delicious grub, we live in a country that is home to some ideal destinations, and we have […]

8 months ago

Ireland West Airport Knock named the fastest-growing in the country

Ireland West Airport Knock named the fastest-growing in the country

2025 was their busiest year on record. Ireland West Airport Knock has been named the country’s fastest-growing airport. This comes after 2025 marked the busiest year yet at the Mayo airport, with passenger numbers reaching 946,381. This figure was up 13% on the previous year making it the quickest-growing airport in Ireland. Chairman of Ireland […]

8 months ago

Canary Islands named on ‘no’ travel list for 2026: ‘Reconsider your plans’

Canary Islands named on ‘no’ travel list for 2026: ‘Reconsider your plans’

The locals simply have had enough! A travel guide has placed the Canary Islands in the ‘No List’ for next year, while it highlights the destinations facing pressure on the land and the local communities. The annual list by Fodor’s serves as a travel guide which encourages travelling, but at the same time also warns […]

9 months ago