Author: Brian Ogle

Hello! I'm Brian Ogle. For almost 30 years I was the Editor at Northern Ireland's only travel newspaper and now that I'm freelance I'm continuing my globe-trotting ways! I hope you will follow me on this journey, exploring this amazing world...

ABTA REVEALS ITS DESTINATIONS TO WATCH IN COMING YEAR…..

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The Little Mermaid overlooking Copenhagen Harbour – Denmark is one of ABTA’s Destinations to Watch in 2025

ABTA is supporting its members during the peak booking period through a multi-channel marketing campaign and PR drive.

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TAYTO, TOBLERONE AND GUINNESS AMONG TOP SELLERS AT DUBLIN AIRPORT

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PASSENGERS at Dublin Airport devoured a full Irish breakfast every minute on average during 2024, according to new end-of-year figures released today by airport operator daa. 

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‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHRISTMAS MARKETS DIRECT FROM BELFAST

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Christmas markets time in Krakow

TODAY (Friday November 29) marks the start of Jet2.com’s and Jet2CityBreaks’ biggest and merriest Christmas Markets programme from Northern Ireland as the companies’ first festive flights for Winter 24/25 to Krakow and Prague depart from Belfast International Airport.
 


Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks’ mini-series of flights and breaks to Prague gives holidaymakers a choice between two weekly services (Monday and Friday) to the Czech Republic from now up until December 23, 2024 for a pre-Christmas treat.
 
For the first time from Belfast International Airport, this season sees the introduction of flights and city breaks to Krakow, with two weekly services (Monday and Friday) taking off to the Polish city from today until December 16, 2024. This means that customers in Northern Ireland can experience Krakow’s spellbinding Old Town embellished with twinkling lights and seasonal ornaments for the very first time.
 
Thanks to this expanded programme from Belfast International Airport, including a brand-new jolly destination, Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks’ Winter 24/25 Christmas Markets programme from the airport is bigger and better than ever before. This comes in response to demand from customers and independent travel agents in the region and offers them even more choice and flexibility when it comes to spending the most wonderful time of the year in these stunning European cities.
 
Whether holidaymakers are looking for a long-weekend or mid-week stay, the leisure airline and city breaks operator are offering plenty of choice and flexibility this winter – guaranteeing the perfect countdown to Christmas.
 
When booking and travelling to a Christmas Market destination from Belfast International Airport, customers can choose from award-winning flights with Jet2.com or package options with Jet2CityBreaks which are available for a low £60 per person deposit. Wrapped up in one ATOL-protected package, Jet2CityBreaks bookings combine return flights with Jet2.com, including 22kg hold luggage and 10kg hand baggage, as well as a choice of hotels in central city locations.
 
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “This winter will see us operate our biggest ever Christmas Markets programme from Belfast International Airport which comes in response to the phenomenal demand from our customers and independent travel agent partners in Northern Ireland.
 
“We are delighted to be waving off our first Christmas Market flights of the Winter 24/25 season from Belfast International Airport to Krakow and Prague today, marking the start of what we know will be another busy and successful festive season. When it comes to travelling on a magical festive break, our customers are guaranteed the best choice and flexibility, with an unrivalled programme on sale this winter from the airport.”
 
For further information and to book visit www.jet2.com or www.jet2CityBreaks.com. 
 

EASYJET LAUNCHES NEW ROUTE TO REUS, BIRTHPLACE OF GAUDI

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Skyline of the city of Reus, Catalonia

NORTHERN Ireland’s largest airline, easyJet, has launched a new route from Belfast International to the charming Catalan city of Reus in Spain.

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FLY EMIRATES FROM DUBLIN TO MUST-SEE WINTER SUN SPOTS

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Enjoy a winter sun getaway with Emirates

EMIRATES airline is inviting travellers from Ireland to discover a world of winter sun destinations, where sun-kissed beaches and unforgettable experiences await. Whether it’s exploring vibrant cities, attending world-class events, or visiting friends and family abroad, Emirates, voted the World’s Best Airline, ensures a smooth and comfortable journey from Dublin to your ideal winter sun getaway.

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DUBLIN AIRPORT ANNOUNCES ITS BUSY WINTER SCHEDULE

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DUBLIN Airport has unveiled details of its flight schedule for the 2024/25 winter season, which will commence from the end of October and runs until the end of March next year.

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