‘You are in for a white-knuckle ride here’: On the road with Paddywagon’s Cliffs of Moher tour
Despite being fined by the National Transport Authority this week, it’s business as usual for Paddywagon’s tours
Tourism
The Airbnb equation has stopped adding up for Europe
New EU legislation will give governments greater cover to restrict short-term tourist rentals and target vacant homes
How hubris is shaping the latest Greek-Turkish confrontation
An ancient Greek concept helps explain modern tensions in the Aegean, where disputes over maritime rights risk deepening a long-running rivalry
Tour operator Paddywagon fined over rogue service to Cliffs of Moher
Solicitor for National Transport Authority sought maximum fine as coach operator admits repeat offence
Francis and John Brennan: ‘Airbnb is hugely successful, but it’s cold, impersonal hospitality’
Ahead of the 100th episode of RTÉ’S At Your Service, the brothers talk about keeping reality television real, industry challenges and the gruelling nature of the job
Investing in priorities on Achill Island
Tourist facilities are welcome, but investment in the village that supports them must surely come first
The New York Times on why Ireland’s most photographed castle is closed
Dunguaire Castle on Galway Bay was open for tours and banquets until a dispute over ownership and funding closed its gates
North Carolina governor seeks to strengthen Irish links amid US political uncertainty
Josh Stein is confident Democrats will regain a US Senate seat in midterm elections
The Gathering tourism initiative winds down after more than a decade
Plans to hold related events every five years never came to pass, with Fáilte Ireland finally pulling the plug
Tourist numbers up 13% in 2026 as British and European visits rebound
Number of US visitors arriving in Ireland also up 7.6% from 2025, says CSO
Margaret Jeffares: I have brought charcuterie and salamis into Spain, and they have said, ‘This is better than ours’
The Good Food Ireland chief executive on tourism, food trends and the ‘bacon-and-cabbage’ issue
Other ways for greenways with our network of quiet boreens and back lanes
No need for compulsory purchase orders, expensive designs and planning rows
EV chargers are in short supply – and so too is drivers’ patience
Once friendly exchanges are now tetchy as demand has increased and queues form
Services sector upbeat about prospects for year ahead as activity grows strongly
Transport, tourism and leisure sector out of sync as it records fifth successive monthly decline in activity
Fáilte Ireland spending €10m to boost number taking short domestic breaks
Tourism authority invests in new marketing campaign after domestic tourism flatlines in 2025
Camping in Ireland: Holiday for less than €500 a week for a family of four
With prices starting as low as €15 a night, the camping and caravanning sector is enjoying a long, hot summer
Travel insurance for older people: fewer choices and more restrictions
On The Money: Shop around and make sure you read all the fine print to make sure the policy you buy covers the trip you plan
Over three million tourists visited Ireland in the first half of 2026, CSO says
Visitors spent a combined €697 million last month alone, Central Statistics Office figures show
Looking for a last-minute staycation? With some homes charging €4,000 a week, don’t expect a bargain
‘Holiday in Ireland’ searches are up but August shows limited availability and some eye-watering prices
Commenting on the weather will always bring a smile
We are doing our bit to confirm the Irish ‘Céad Míle Fáilte’ reputation for tourists
Dublin Airport passenger cap ignores reality of changing climate
Ireland is now a haven from extreme heat events plaguing other parts of the world
Europe’s oversaturated tourism industry reaches tipping point
The term ‘Barcelonisation’ is a now dirty word in urban planning circles
Dublin Airport expansion criticised as report claims growth in tourism raises property prices
Benefits of tourism in key European markets ‘increasingly going to large businesses and property owners’, not local communities, says Opportunity Green
Irish tourism in May jumps by nearly 20%
Increasing number of visitors choosing to stay with friends or relatives than in hotels
Has the Irish building sector got themselves hooked on Government subsidies?
Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock
British political stability a thing of the past as Keir Starmer says he will step down
More rumblings in Fianna Fáil over triple lock, and more work for civil servants when Ireland takes up EU presidency
Minister has ‘no difficulty’ with powers for cities to introduce tourism tax
Nightly levy has been considered in Dublin, but would require a change at national level
It’s great the Government wants to boost tourism by 50% - but were will the extra visitors stay?
Industry report estimates that Ireland is short 10,000-15,000 hotel bedrooms to cater for future tourism growth
Kilkee wastewater plant and the local community
Good infrastructure and environmental stewardship should not be competing objectives
Doubling of hotel development levy will hit tourism targets, Irish Hotels Federation warns
Move follows backlash against proliferation of new hotels, often seen as coming at expense of housing projects
Canary Islands are destination of choice for most Irish holidaymakers
More than 3.1 million trips taken outside Ireland in first three months of year
Former hostel on Gardiner Street offers development opportunity for €2.975m
Paddy’s Palace comprises two interconnected period buildings with potential for hostel, hotel, co-living or student accommodation
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