Ireland Tourism News
Happy St. Patrick’s Day—From the Island That Goes Beyond
St. Patrick’s Day is Ireland’s moment to shine on the world stage, and nowhere is that spirit more alive than across the island itself. St. Patrick’s Festival in Dublin remains one of the world’s great cultural celebrations—a vibrant week of music, dance, spectacle, and community culminating in the iconic March 17 parade through the capital’s historic streets. But the festivities extend far beyond Dublin. Cities and towns including Kilkenny, Limerick, Sligo, Waterford, Cork, and many others host parades, concerts, and cultural events, creating a nationwide celebration that welcomes visitors from around the world.
#IrelandUnrushed
“When you take your time and immerse yourself, you feel more”- that’s the message as Tourism Ireland launches its new campaign, Ireland Unrushed — which encourages travelers to take their time, explore more deeply, and make more meaningful connections with people and place, while reducing their environmental footprint. The new campaign showcases enjoyable journeys, highlighting experiences in nature, and in local communities.
Ireland’s first Radisson RED opens in Galway
Radisson RED Galway has opened its doors, making it the first property of the bold, upscale brand in Ireland. Located in Galway’s newest neighborhood, Crown Square, an impressive development between Moniva Road and Joyce’s Road and close to Galway’s city center, Radisson RED incorporates art, music and fashion to create an unforgettable stay for guests, and is an excellent fit for this famously cultural city.
Fairways and FunDays win big at World Golf Awards
Irish based Fairways and FunDays was awarded the title of World’s Best Golf Tour Operator at the prestigious World Golf Awards held in Madeira last night. This marks the first time an Irish company has won this award, surpassing some of the biggest names in global golf tourism. The World Golf Awards 2024 programme, celebrating its 11th Anniversary, received a record number of votes. The award results followed a year-long search for the world’s best golf tourism and hospitality brands, with votes from golf industry professionals and consumers alike.
Did you know Halloween began in Ireland?
Halloween – a time for thrills, chills and wonderful traditions. But did you know that everyone’s favorite spooky holiday began in Ireland?
Ireland drops all Covid-19-related travel restrictions
Ireland has dropped all Covid-19 entry restrictions on arrivals, regardless of vaccination status. The move was welcomed as a major boost to the local tourism sector.
Tourism Ireland welcomes lifting of Covid-19 restrictions
The Irish government has announced that almost all Covid-19 public health restrictions will come to an end. The move was welcomed by Tourism Ireland.
Ireland loosens requirements for vaccinated travellers
Tourism Ireland has welcomed a government decision to lift additional pre-testing requirements for travel to the destination. Travel guidelines to Northern Ireland remain unchanged.
Bill Murray tees off in support of Tourism Ireland
US actor Bill Murray is visiting Ireland this week – filming a new season of a golf series called the Links Life. The golf travel documentary will air on YouTube and other major platforms.
Air Canada returns to Dublin as travel restrictions loosen
The outbound service from Dublin to Toronto will operate on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays and the return service from Toronto to Dublin on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
Ireland to open to vaccinated Brits from today
Ireland is to become the first country in Europe that fully-jabbed British citizens can visit without the need for any Covid-19 tests into or out of the country.
Ireland prepares for reopening of tourism sector
Ireland has adopted the European Union Covid-19 certificate, which will enable seamless travel among member states. The tourism body said this was good news for everyone in the tourism industry.