Tourism Ireland is bringing Ireland’s unique Halloween story to audiences around the world through an extensive programme of broadcast, publicity, digital and travel trade activity – all designed to inspire overseas visitors to come and experience Halloween on the island where it all began more than 2,000 years ago. Running across key overseas markets – […]
Galgorm has secured six prestigious accolades at the 2026 World Luxury Awards, including three global titles recognising its luxury golf, spa and resort facilities. The County Antrim resort was named Global Winner in the Luxury Golf Resort, Luxury Spa Village and Luxury Golf Resort Spa categories, while also collecting three Northern European awards for Luxury […]
Tourism Ireland is targeting the French business events market with a series of ‘Lunch & Learn’ events in Nice, Marseille and Lyon, aimed at attracting more international meetings, conferences and incentive travel to Ireland. Five tourism businesses and organisations from Ireland are participating in the roadshow, which provides an opportunity to connect directly with French […]
The Great Southern Killarney welcomed friends, valued partners and special guests on 1st October for The Good Times Return, an evening marking a new chapter in the historic hotel’s evolution as a five-star destination. Since opening in 1854, The Great Southern Killarney has welcomed generations of visitors drawn by its setting, warm hospitality and distinctive […]
Some of Ireland’s leading hotels were recognised at the Irish Hotel Awards 2026, which took place at the Fairways Hotel in Dundalk on Monday, October 19. The annual awards ceremony brought together hoteliers, industry leaders and hospitality professionals from across the country to celebrate excellence in the Irish hospitality sector. Among the major winners on […]
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has welcomed the re-opening of the historic Magazine Fort, Dublin after completion of the first phase of conservation and stabilisation works. Set in the Phoenix Park, the Magazine Fort is one of Dublin’s most significant heritage landmarks. Originally built in the 18th century as a military storage facility for gunpowder, it […]
Standing at the heart of Killarney since 1854, The Great Southern Killarney is Ireland’s first purpose-built railway hotel, set within six acres beside Killarney National Park. Part of the Scally Hotel Collection and now five-star, it opens its summer programme with refreshed menus at Arbour and Brownes, Mr. Browne’s Whiskey Club, and 1854 Champagne Moments. […]
Staycations are back, with over half of Irish holidaymakers (56%) planning a domestic trip this year, according to new research commissioned by Enterprise Mobility. The findings show that freedom and flexibility are key priorities for Irish holidaymakers, with access to a car playing an important role in how people plan and enjoy trips at home: […]
The Great Southern Killarney has announced a new brand identity under the campaign theme ‘Splendour, Untamed’, coinciding with the hotel’s achievement of a coveted five-star rating. Following significant investment across guestrooms, dining, event facilities and public spaces, the rebrand marks a natural evolution, positioning the hotel as a luxury destination that honours its heritage while embracing a more contemporary, experience-led approach. The ‘Splendour, Untamed’ concept speaks to […]
The 2025 Irish Hotel Awards at The Johnstown Estate Hotel in Enfield, Co. Meath on October 20 last was especially memorable for The Landmark Hotel which was honoured with the coveted Local Hotel of the Year and Social Media Marketing Awards for Connacht. In addition, the iconic four-star Carrick-on-Shannon hotel received both a Great Irish Breakfast Certificate […]
