Ireland Tourism News

Tourism Ireland unveils new walking-focused film
Tourism Ireland has unveiled a new online film showcasing our superb scenery and reminding prospective visitors around the world that one of the best ways to truly appreciate that scenery is to explore it on foot.

Anantara arrives in Ireland with Marker Hotel deal
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will make its debut Ireland with the rebranding of the Marker Hotel in Dublin. The addition of the property will represent the expansion of the luxury brand’s footprint into north-west Europe for the first time.

Hyatt Centric the Liberties Dublin takes brand into Ireland
Located in the Liberties, one of Dublin’s most historic and vibrant areas which dates back to the tenth century, the hotel is the ideal destination for adventure-seeking travellers wanting to stay in the heart of the action.

Tourism Ireland promotes Galway 2020 with new video
Over the coming months, Tourism Ireland will be pulling out all the stops to highlight Galway 2020 to its ‘culturally curious’ audience around the world. The organisation’s message is that Galway 2020 will offer international holidaymakers a unique cultural and artistic experience.

Adare Manor to host Ryder Cup 2026
Irish golf is set for an extended spell in the spotlight following Shane Lowry’s Open Championship victory, with the announcement of Adare Manor as host venue for the 2026 Ryder Cup.

Aer Lingus takes off for Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport
Aer Lingus’ inaugural service to Minneapolis-St. Paul, gateway to the Midwest, has taken to the skies, marking the start of the airline’s 16th transatlantic route. Flight EI089 was operated by a Boeing 757, named after the Irish Saint, Saint Otteran.

Ireland promotes Wild Atlantic Way with new film
Tourism Ireland has created a new online film to highlight the Wild Atlantic Way – and to remind people everywhere how the route has brought the world closer together.
Tourism Ireland outlines China growth strategy as trade visit begins
Tourism Ireland is doubling its marketing investment in China, to €1 million, and will also double its marketing team to 12 over the coming months. The destination aims to grow Chinese visitor numbers to 200,000 by 2025.

Hainan Airlines launches new Shenzhen-Dublin route
Tourism Ireland has welcomed the inaugural Hainan Airlines flight from Shenzhen, in south-eastern China, to Dublin. This is the second service from mainland China to Ireland – with Hainan operating a service from Beijing since last year.

Tourism Ireland sets its sights on US growth
Tourism minister Brendan Griffin has launched the 2019 marketing plan for Tourism Ireland in the United States at an event in New York attended by leading tour operators, travel agents and journalists from the tri-State area.

Breaking Travel News interview: Niall Gibbons, chief executive, Tourism Ireland
As Aer Lingus unveils its new livery, Breaking Travel News catches up with Niall Gibbons, chief executive of Tourism Ireland, to discover how important the carrier is to the hospitality sector in the destination

Dublin joins Big Bus Tours portfolio
Introducing the first Big Bus Dublin bus to the city, the lord mayor of Dublin, Nial Ring, cut the ribbon alongside Phil Boggon, executive vice president of western Europe at Big Bus Tours.