Visiting Venice? Find Out if You’ll Have to Pay the New Access Fee
Looking forward to discovering the canals of Venice on a Gondola ride? Visiting the Rialto Bridge and wandering off into a charming corner of the square to have some real Italian gelato in one of the most romantic cities in the world? If this sounds like you, and you’re planning a day trip to Venice, 29 days during the year will require you to pay a 5 Euro fee – just to enter.
Tahiti Tourisme redefines LGBTQI+ inclusivity with ‘The Treasured Test’
Tahiti Tourisme, in collaboration with agency Circul8 and Air Tahiti Nui, decided on a strategic initiative, ‘The Treasured Test’ to promote The Islands of Tahiti as a secure and welcoming destination for members of the LGBTQI+ community. This campaign aims to highlight not only the romantic retreat appeal but also the depth of cultural acceptance present in Tahitian society, extending beyond conventional LGBTQI+ party scenes.
Rising Interest in Camping Holidays
According to Irish digital marketing agency VROOM Digital, online searches for camping holidays are up 250% in 2024. For decades, French summer campsite holidays have been a beloved tradition for families seeking adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable memories. Eurocamp has been facilitating French summer camp holidays since 1973 – the company celebrated its 50th anniversary last […]
Costa Del Sol – Top Choice For a Girls’ Weekend Away
Whether it’s sunbathing, shopping, or just sitting around eating, drinking and chatting, the Costa del Sol has it all. All combined with great nightlife and amazing beaches, you’re guaranteed a fantastic weekend away, far from the busyness of everyday life.
Earth Day Inspiration: 5 Green Getaways Across Europe
To mark Earth Day 2024, here is a round-up of some of the best outdoor and nature experiences across Europe. Poland: Get up, close and personal with one of Europe’s largest and rarest land mammals Nothing beats the heritage of Poland’s natural landscapes. Poland is at the forefront of preserving some of Europe’s finest ecological […]
Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Stellar Details About its Two Newest Hotels
Universal Orlando Resort reveals inspiring details about its two newest shining stars, Universal Stella Nova Resort, opening January 21, 2025, and Universal Terra Luna Resort, opening February 25, 2025. Brought to life by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co, the alluring hotels place guests in the centre of marvellous […]
History, Scenic Views and Fireworks in New Hampshire Pt.2
Emer Roche (Travel Times Editor) hopped on the bus along with Donna Kenny (Tour America), Dee Burdock (American Holidays), Tony Lane (Visit USA) and Ciara Foley (Platinum Travel). They settled in to navigate through the Boston traffic (notably much lighter than the time spent living in Boston during ‘the big dig’ – a notorious infrastructure […]
5 Reasons You Need to Book a Lapland Holiday
Uncover the magic of Lapland with 5 reasons to book your holiday. From mesmerising Northern Lights to thrilling winter activities, experience the enchantment.
Ronaldo’s Shi(r)t! Turkish Airlines Unveils New Line-Up of Memorabilia at Istanbul Champions League Exhibition
Turkish Airlines has unveiled a new line-up of memorabilia for its Champions League exhibition at its flagship Istanbul Business Lounge. Turkish Airlines is the first official airline partner of the UEFA Champions League. The must-see memorabilia has been given a fresh line-up thanks to the new ‘Starry Journey’ exhibit at Istanbul Airport, allowing passengers a unique […]
Wanna See Tay-Tay’s ‘The Eras Tour’ on the ‘Cheap’? – Go to Warsaw!
It may come as a shock to many, but Dublin is NOT actually the most expensive stop on Taylor Swift’s upcoming European leg of her mega world Eras Tour…but, we’re up there! Tay-Tay hits Dublin on her world domination victory sweep in June; playing Aviva Stadium on June 28, 29, 30. Her European Tour lasts […]
No Pictures Please…7 Destinations Where Selfies are Definitely NOT ALLOWED
Travel experts have warned holidaymakers to familiarise themselves with local rules, regarding photographing and selfies, before travelling – highlighting 7 international locations where selfies are definitely NOT ALLOWED. Although it’s one of the biggest tourist hotspots in the world, the state has made it illegal to take a selfie with any of the big cats […]
Beantown and Beyond – The Delights of Boston and New Hampshire (Pt.1)
Travel Times Editor Emer Roche joined Dee Burdock (American Holidays), Donna Kenny (Tour America), and Tony Lane (Visit USA) Stateside, to savour the best on offer in Boston and beyond. The gang arrived into Logan Airport on Sunday evening and made their way straight to Boston Harbour for a city cruise aboard Seaport Elite II. […]
The Most ‘Instagrammable’ Destinations in Scotland…Edinburgh Castle Tops the List
A new study reveals that Edinburgh Castle is the most Instagrammable destination in Scotland, with a total of 723,165 posts featuring its hashtag. Private Tours Scotland analyzed Instagram data for 30 popular Scottish tourist destinations, to uncover which have been tagged the most on the platform by users. Edinburgh Castle takes the crown as the […]
Travel Tip Tuesday with Obeo Travel DMC
Bucket list breaks to Iceland have never been more popular. And, as recent seismic activity has shown, nature can sometimes upset our travel plans. But this is where the expertise of a local DMC such as Obeo Travel can make all the difference. With the Blue Lagoon opening, closing and opening again (it is currently […]
From Last Minute Winners to Own Goals – The Best and Worst Host Cities to Visit for Euro 2024 (In Terms of Value for Money!)
The European Championships – or Euros – return this summer, with Germany hosting Euro 2024, across 10 cities, between June 14 and July 14. The tournament has, over the past couple of decades, become one of the most watched sporting events in the world with more than 5 billion viewers, even allowing for its geographic […]