#Tourism
'We need to open up our travel industry,' says Minister
Minister Robert Troy said it is “critically important” for tourism and trade to have an open travel industry.
Taoiseach denies 'bottling' extra bank holiday but next year seen as more likely option
The idea of Ireland having an extra bank holiday to boost the tourism sector has been mooted for several months.
German short-time work benefit model being considered by government ahead of Budget
Taoiseach Micheál Martin said specific sector supports are under consideration.
Government will 'broadly support' new EU approach to air travel as Green List set to be updated on Monday
The government provided details on the new arrangements for air travel at a press conference today.
'Nothing short of disastrous': Hoteliers say their futures are bleak as revenues plummet due to Covid
The average room occupancy stood at 42% for July.
Funding for greenways across 20 counties announced, here's where they could be
The funding covers route options and feasibility studies.
ESRI says affordability pressures for renters 'likely to worsen'
Renters are more likely to work in the sectors worst hit by the pandemic.
Global virus deaths pass 650,000 as new surges prompt fresh restrictions
European countries are struggling to balance keeping tourism open while guarding against new flare-ups of infection.
Admission charges for Dún Aonghasa, Castletown House and other heritage sites to be waived
The government hopes this will help to encourage people to take trips within Ireland.
'A very real danger': Just 4,000 calls made to 60,000 Dublin Airport arrivals in first two weeks of July
Only half of the calls made were answered.
Busiest recent flight from Texas to Dublin had 'fewer than 20 passengers on board'
Only two such flights from Dallas to Dublin have landed since the route resumed service.
'We don't have time to police customers': Bar and restaurant owners call for guidance on tourist quarantine
Some hospitality businesses have turned away tourists who are not following the quarantine advice on arrival in Ireland.
Fáilte Ireland may target Northern Irish visitors to bolster tourism trade
More and more people will be staying on the island for a holiday this summer.
Extra bank holiday not ruled out as tourism industry says Covid-19 impact has been 'catastrophic'
Fáilte Ireland is calling for the VAT rate to be changed to 5% to help the tourism sector.
Call for extension of wage subsidy scheme into 2021 as conference sector 'on verge of collapse'
Event organisers have said they face the prospect of no income for 18 months.
‘Whatever you’re having yourself’: TD questions new ‘jumble drawer’ ministry
Some critics have concerns about whether each area will get enough attention from Catherine Martin.
State should give €200 voucher to every adult in the country to boost domestic tourism, says Sinn Féin
The scheme would also see every child receiving a voucher worth €100.
'We've had a slew of bookings since Friday': Hoteliers' plans to reopen in the Covid-19 era
Hoteliers have asked for clarity on small weddings, and live music events this summer.
Did your local beach get a Blue Flag this year? The list has been announced
Donegal had the most Blue Flags this year.
'It's not necessary anymore': Aer Lingus wants rid of the two-week quarantine for people flying into Ireland
The Irish airline has echoed calls made by Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary.
Italy hopes to win back visitors as it re-opens to European tourists
The tourism sector contributes around 13% to Italy’s GDP.
Greece to accept tourists from 29 countries from mid-June - but Ireland is not on the list
The Greek government imposed an early lockdown, which is credited with limiting the spread of Covid-19.
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage summer tourist season
Travel to the islands had been generally off-limits since a lockdown in late March.
Taoiseach rules out 0% VAT rate for tourism, but cut could be brought in by the next government
The Taoiseach said he is in favour of a tourism taskforce being set up.
New bank holiday 'at tail end of the year' would benefit Irish tourism sector, says junior minister
Health Minister Simon Harris told this website that he thinks another bank holiday is a good idea.
Airbnb confirms almost 1,900 job losses - 25% of all staff
Several hundred people are employed by the company in Dublin.
Increase in available rental properties in Dublin 'likely related to collapse of tourism'
Half of the Dublin increase is concentrated in the most in-demand property type and area for the short-term market.
Covid-19: Decision on St Patrick's Festival expected this week, says Tourism Ireland chief
Niall Gibbons said that coronavirus was a major threat to Irish tourism.
Dublin is to get another hotel and this one will be right next to Croke Park
Dalata Hotel Group hopes to open the new Maldron in 2023.
This Tipperary 'biketown' has worked hard to recover from recession - but it's been an uphill struggle
In an area in need of more mental health services, Carrick-on-Suir locals have devised a plan to try to sustain itself.
'Iconic' Punta Ventana stone arch collapses as earthquake hits Puerto Rico
Damage was caused across the island by the 5.8-magnitude earthquake.
Nightclub and pub opening hours are 'archaic' and need to be reformed, says Taoiseach
Leo Varadkar says tourists to Dublin often find Irish night life ‘disappointing’.
Galway named one of the best cities in the world to visit
Lonely Planet describes Galway as “brilliantly bohemian”.
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Fáilte Ireland makes its biggest investment ever in a tourist attraction to overhaul Galway museum
The agency is ploughing over €6 million into museum and new plaza near Spanish Arch.
Greyhound board in 'shock' over decision to not promote the sport to tourists
Irish tourism bodies met with the Irish Greyhound Board to inform them of this decision last Thursday.
New preclearance services at Irish airports 'will make it easier to travel to US'
Dublin and Shannon are the only airports in Europe that offer US preclearance.
Another Dublin street blocked off by activists in car-free demonstration
Councillors are due to vote next week on a proposal to permanently pedestrianise this section of the street.
Ireland’s Eye sold to private investment group
The island was included in the recent sale of Howth Castle and demesne to Tetrarch Capital.
Gran Canaria wildfire sparks evacuation of hundreds of people
Police said they detained a man for allegedly starting the fire by using welding equipment.
Children and teens taking the reins of horse-drawn tourist carriages in Dublin city centre
Last year the council stopped issuing carriage licences due to legal ambiguity – drivers have warned this lack of regulation will cause serious issues.
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