DUBLIN, Ireland — Packing for flights out of Dublin just got a lot simpler. Dublin Airport in the Irish capital has switched on next-generation C3 scanners at every security lane in both terminals, sweeping away the longtime 100 ml liquid restriction and the ritual of pulling laptops from bags.
DUBLIN, Ireland — A tap, a swipe and a glance at your lock screen may soon replace the frantic rummage for paper boarding passes at Dublin Airport. Aer Lingus has quietly slipped a major redesign of its mobile app into both Apple’s App Store and Google Play, promising travelers in Ireland and beyond a “smarter, more personalized” digital companion from booking to boarding.
DUBLIN, Ireland — One of Dublin’s most photographed quarters, Temple Bar, has just been judged the planet’s third-biggest tourist trap, a finding that is forcing many visitors to rethink their pub-crawl plans in Ireland’s capital.
DUBLIN, Ireland — A tranquil country estate just 15 miles west of the Irish capital is now home to the island’s very first voco-branded hotel, widening the accommodation choices for visitors who want the buzz of Dublin by day and a quiet rural retreat at night, according to a press release by IHG Hotels & Resorts.
If you're roasting in Rome or melting in Madrid, consider this your sign to swap the sunscreen for sweaters and book a flight to Ireland. Flights are surprisingly wallet-friendly this summer, with great deals popping up regularly on Skyscanner or Google Flights. So, kiss that European heatwave goodbye and prepare for Ireland’s refreshing embrace.
Dire headlines about an “Ireland tourism slump” have been making the rounds this spring, yet the outlook from companies selling escorted vacations tells a more nuanced story. While official statistics show overall arrivals dipping, tour operators that cater mainly to U.S. and Canadian clients say bookings rebounded quickly after a soft first quarter and are now pacing at or above 2024 levels.
Travelers bound for the United States are re-examining the contents of their smartphones after a Norwegian holidaymaker says he was denied entry because of a political meme saved to his camera roll, as reported by Galway Beo. The incident has prompted fresh warnings to Irish visitors that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers can—and increasingly do—inspect electronic devices during immigration checks.
Ireland is a land of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality. While many visitors flock to well-known sites such as the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, and the Ring of Kerry, there are countless hidden gems waiting to be discovered across the Emerald Isle.
