Ireland

Luxury barge operator European Waterways will acquire Ireland’s only luxury hotel barge the Shannon Princess with the deal representing a significant expansion of its fleet.

Tourism Ireland is showcasing the Emerald Isle’s luxury tourism offerings as it encourages travellers to spend more in the ever-popular destination.

More than 250 travel agents, and 70 industry executives and media attended the Tourism Ireland 2024 roadshow, the Secrets of Ireland, last week where they were invited to explore the island’s diverse offerings.

SeaDream Yacht Club is significantly ramping up its presence in the British Isles with a series of voyages and 16 new ports of call. The 7- to 11-day yachting voyages will explore scenic landscapes and historic towns of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will debut in Ireland with the opening of Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel. The property is one of the Irish capital’s most contemporary and architecturally impressive buildings and is located in the heart of the Docklands.

Tourism Ireland expects to activate its global big green button campaign in Australia from late August – a marketing initiative aimed squarely at re-starting tourism with firm bookings.

Stay in the world’s oldest hotel – but feel part of tomorrow. Red Carnation’s Ashford Castle Hotel & Country Estate, outside Cong, in Ireland’s inland Co Mayo, has a history dating back to 1228, when the de Burgo family built their little home. Think today and on, and this magnificent pile offers the personal space and wellness that are now.

Australia claims third largest percentage of citizens with Irish roots (top slot is the USA, followed by Canada). At last count, 10% of Australians said ancestors came from the Emerald Isle. Many know Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, home ground of Six Nations and many other prestigious sports events.

Hurtigruten Expeditions’ Freedom Sale offers great savings and special offers across a world of destinations in 2022 and 2023.

A new chapter in the centuries-old story of Carton House begins next week when the extensive two-year, multimillion-Euro, complete refurbishment will be unveiled.

Accor is expanding the footprint of the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brand in the UK and Ireland, announcing the signing of a management deal to operate historic Carton House outside Dublin.

Irish chef, cookbook author and broadcaster Clodagh McKenna has been named as the host and curator of a two-night “Taste of Ireland” journey aboard the Belmond Grand Hibernian, departing on 28 September 2019.