Cruise control: there really is a tailored experience for you
Think cruises aren’t for you? Think again. From small, design-led ships to expedition voyages, Deanna O’Connor navigates the best cruise options for 2026 and beyond
Holiday Planner Special Report
The road less travelled
Unique accommodation, personalised travel and itineraries infused with hidden gems are just some of the changes we’re seeing in how and when people travel
Slowly does it
The rise in ‘hushpitality’ is seeing travellers opt for experience-based trips over tick-the-box attractions
Table for one?
There’s an art to travelling solo, finding the right balance between breathing space and conviviality
Golden experiences: Seize the moment with a simply unforgettable getaway
From lakeside retreats and jazz festivals to truffle hunts and spiritual pilgrimages, there’s no limit to the adventures awaiting senior travellers
Honeymoon heaven
While marriages are based on compromise, your honeymoon doesn’t have to be, with the rise of blended travel seeing couples mix and match destinations and experiences to create their dream trip
The main event
From India’s colourful Holi celebration to Japan’s cherry blossoms, make your next holiday unforgettable by experiencing one of the world’s most iconic events
Tasty trips to take in 2025: From Michelin-star spots and rustic cuisine, to food trucks and wine cellars
One of the greatest joys of holidays is wining and dining. If you’re planning a trip, Aoife Carrigy has some top tips for tasty trips
Down with devices: Get children off the internet and out in the world
From adventure activities in the great outdoors, to cultural capitals, Danielle Barron rounds up the best ideas to get children engaged with the world around them on holidays
Mixing business with leisure makes the most of a work trip away
Tacking on some extra holiday time to work trips is a cost-effective way to see the world beyond the business districts
More traditional tour operators take the stress out of solo travel
Tour operators are responding to increased demand from solo travellers for getaways that aren’t tailored for two
Travel trends for 2025: Holidaymakers opt for old favourites and new locations
Travel journalist Melanie May looks at the top destinations and what travellers are seeking out for the year ahead
A bumper year ahead for sports travel
Whether you want to catch a match or get on your bike, Emmet Ryan rounds up the best of sports trips for 2025
Leave it to the pros
Booking with a trusted tour operator isn’t just about convenience – it’s about confidence and peace of mind
Dream holidays for the golden years
A tax-free lump sum on retirement is just the ticket for holidays of a lifetime; it’s time to start ticking off the bucket list
Top destinations for Irish travellers in 2024: The experts give their opinions
People have finally regained their long-haul wanderlust with many off-the-beaten-track destinations on tourist bucket lists
Family holidays are the best. Family travel? Not so much
From fast passes to fully charged devices, experts offer the best advice when travelling with children
Taking the environmental guilt out of travelling
While most people do not choose holidays based on environmental impact, industry experts believe that day is not too far off
Long-haul travel, cruises and experiential holidays are taking off post-pandemic
Book early to avoid high prices is the advice coming from travel industry experts this year
City breaks offer a little bit of everything to the discerning traveller
Even the most time-poor travellers are packing lots in with short trips away
The DIY holiday option is attractive, but what about when something goes wrong?
Travel agents really come into their own when disaster strikes on a holiday
Travel trends for 2023: Back to the slopes, long haul destinations and more
Jillian Godsil predicts what destinations will be popular and how people’s travel habits have changed post-pandemic
Flying the empty nest: the joys and variety of grown-up travel
Sylvia Thompson on travelling as a couple again after years of family holidays
Venturing into the wilderness: The best holiday destinations off the beaten track
Where can intrepid travellers go to really get away from it all?
Adopting the sustainable traveller mindset
How can you cut your carbon footprint and holiday more sustainably, asks Danielle Barron
Dialling down the stress on a family holiday
When travelling with family, it pays to plan ahead, writes mother-of-two Danielle Barron
What is the future of holiday car hire?
After a year of telephone number prices, to rent or not to rent is the great 2023 holiday car hire quandary, writes Barry McCall
‘The excitement and desire to travel are back in full force’
Where are the best places to head to in 2023? Edel Corrigan hears from travel industry professionals
Someone to watch over you: The advantages of using a travel agent for holiday bookings
Travel agents can do all the legwork, including arranging the best-value accommodation, event tickets and airport transfers
Getting travel ready: From insurance ideas to cash concerns
With many seasoned travellers out of practice, Danielle Barron looks at what you need to know before going abroad
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Stardust
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices