2 BASED AIRCRAFT ($200M INV) & 16% TRAFFIC GROWTH TO 1.3 MILLION P.A. Ryanair today (Wed, 26 Feb) announced its Belfast Summer 2025 schedule with 19 routes, including an exciting new Summer route to Kaunas, as well as extra frequencies on other popular Summer holiday routes like Malaga, Alicante & Malta, providing Ryanair’s Northern Irish customers with more choice and regular connections at the lowest fares in Europe. This significant growth (+16%) is underpinned by Ryanair’s 2 Belfast-based aircraft, representing a $200m investment and supporting over 1,000 local jobs, while driving year-round tourism at the same time. Kaunas is the…

Fermanagh’s County Town St Patrick’s Day Festival returns to Enniskillen in less than 3 weeks from Sunday 16th March, and this year’s theme is Jump ‘n’ Jive in 25. The craic casts off with the popular moonlit flotilla, coordinated by the Enniskillen Branch of Inland Waterways Association Ireland (IWAI). This year, moving from lough to land, Coa Community Association takes the baton with an illuminated Tractor & Truck Run along the traditional parade route, in aid of Stroke Warriors. To keep you entertained, we are excited to present The Porter Bellys, brought to you by Doherty FireWood & Fuels, and…

Vista Ostuni to debut in summer 2025: Introducing a new way to experience Puglia The hotly anticipated new hotel from the family hoteliers behind Vista Como and Vista Verona will open in one of Italy’s best-kept secrets, Ostuni Vista, the independent Italian hospitality group by the Passera family, has announced the upcoming opening of Vista Ostuni, a boutique hotel set within a restored 14th-century palazzo in the ‘White City’ of Ostuni, in Summer 2025. Originally built in the foothills of Ostuni as a convent, and later home to a tobacco-processing factory, the historic palazzo will be transformed into a serene…

DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, BELFAST ADDS ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE OF PAW PATROL LIVE! “THE GREAT PIRATE ADVENTURE” ON SATURDAY 26th JULY Great Seats are Available NOW! Playing The SSE Arena on Saturday 26th July for 3 PAWsome Shows! – Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group present PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure.” This action-packed, music-filled production is based on the top-rated animated preschool series PAW PatrolTM, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon. Guests will see Ryder and his team of pups embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure. Do not miss this PAWsome opportunity to see…

This Valentine’s season, travellers can trade the ordinary for something truly magical—an intimate escape into Estonia’s breathtaking woodlands. With over half the country wrapped in nature’s embrace, Estonians know the beauty of slowing down and savouring the moment. Visitors can cozy up in a secluded cabin, a sauna, a dreamy treehouse, or a luxurious villa, each designed for romance and relaxation. Visitors can let the whispering pines, crackling fires, and starlit skies set the mood as they and their love reconnect, unwind, and create unforgettable memories together. ÖÖD Hotels Mirror Cabin: Family-run Estonian ÖÖD Hotels offer stylish and contemporary mirrored…

LEGO® fans in Belfast are in for a treat, as the LEGO Group announces that a new store in the city is on its way! LEGO® fans in Belfast are in for a treat, as the LEGO Group announces that a new store in the city is on its way! Opening in summer 2025 at Victoria Square, the new store will be the brand’s 21st store in the UK and the first in Northern Ireland. Fans of all ages will have endless opportunities to fully immerse themselves in the world of LEGO building, with imagination and creativity throughout the store,…

Celebrating a successful first year of its two-year charity partnership, Belfast’s Grand Opera House has announced that over £55,000 has been raised for its official charity partner, The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity. The local charity is dedicated to ensuring that children and young people from across Northern Ireland receive the highest quality care and family support during their cancer treatment at the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children. The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity was chosen as the Grand Opera House’s charity partner by staff and over the last year the Theatre has raised significant funds through audience collections, as well…

By Naomi Houston Nestled in the heart of Belfast is its first “hometel”. room2 offers the perfect blend of comfort and luxury. The concept of a hometel is becoming increasingly popular in Europe. It’s essentially a hotel hybrid, offering all the best bits of a hotel along with the comfort and flexibility of home. From the minute I arrived, I was greeted with warm hospitality and an inviting, homely atmosphere. The elegant lobby with complimentary water and fruit for guests, a beautiful spiral staircase, thoughtfully designed rooms, and top-notch amenities set the stage for a memorable stay. Whether you’re visiting…

Belfast International Airport appoints Lagardère Travel Retail to operate newly expanded Duty Free store New expanded store will provide an immersive duty-free experience to include retail, food and beverage and travel essentials New Duty Free concept store will create an additional 40 jobs and open in April 2025 Next phase of VINCI Airports’ £100m five-year investment plan to transform the passenger experience Belfast, 3rd February 2025 – Belfast International Airport, part of the VINCI Airports network, is delighted to appoint Lagardère Travel Retail to operate the new duty-free retail and food and beverage store. This new contract at Northern Ireland’s…

[fvplayer id=”17″] A Stay Above the Rest: Wylie’s B&B Near Lisburn, Co. Antrim Nestled in the serene countryside near Lisburn, County Antrim, Wylie’s B&B isn’t just a place to rest your head—it’s an experience that redefines hospitality. Crowned champions of Channel 4’s popular *4 in a Bed* programme, this family-run gem has proven itself a cut above the rest, blending warmth, luxury, and meticulous attention to detail into every aspect of a guest’s stay. Award-Winning Excellence Wylie’s’ triumph on *4 in a Bed* was no fluke. The show’s rigorous scoring—based on value, facilities, cleanliness, and hospitality—showcased the B&B’s ability to…