Fahy Travel celebrates second consecutive win as Ireland’s Best Touring Agent
Thu, Dec 04, 2025
Fahy Travel has been named Best Touring Agent in Ireland for the second consecutive year at a prestigious awards ceremony held at the Clayton Burlington Hotel on Friday night. The honour is particularly meaningful to the Galway-based company, as the award is determined entirely by public vote.
Read more ...Basque in the wonder of Bilbao
Thu, Dec 04, 2025
Nestled in the heart of the Basque Country in northern Spain, Bilbao has emerged as a dynamic and cosmopolitan city, renowned for its world-class museums, captivating architecture, and rich cultural heritage and gastronomy. Once an industrial powerhouse, Bilbao underwent a remarkable transformation in the late 20th century, reinventing itself as a cultural hub. Surrounded by rolling green hills the city now pops with the contrast of old and new.
Read more ...Connemara National Park named Ireland’s most loved walk
Thu, Nov 27, 2025
New research has found that Connemara National Park in Letterfrack, Co. Galway, is Ireland’s most loved walk. With 2000 hectares of mountain views and beautiful native woodlands, it is a huge hit with Irish walkers and outdoor lovers.
Read more ...The all-new Celebrity Xcel sets sail on it's inaugural voyages
Thu, Nov 27, 2025
Celebrity's newest ship, the Celebrity Xcel, was launched last week from its home port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Its inaugural sailing was a 5-night Bahamas and Mexico sailing from November 18.
Staying in the Caribbean, Celebrity Xcel will sail seven-night Caribbean itineraries visiting the old favourites Cozumel, Grand Cayman, George Town, Puerto Plata, St. Thomas and St. Maarten.
Read more ...The all-new Celebrity Xcel sets sail on its inaugural voyages
Wed, Nov 26, 2025
Celebrity's newest ship, the Celebrity Xcel, was launched last week from its home port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Its inaugural sailing was a 5-night Bahamas and Mexico sailing from November 18.
Read more ...New survey reveals Galway as Ireland’s favourite festive getaway
Wed, Nov 26, 2025
Galway has been voted Ireland’s ultimate festive escape, with over 50 per cent of respondents choosing its famous Christmas Market, fairy lights and romantic walks by the Corrib as the perfect seasonal city break.
Read more ...Connemara National Park named Ireland’s most loved walk
Wed, Nov 26, 2025
New research has found that Connemara National Park in Letterfrack, Co. Galway, is Ireland’s most loved walk. With 2000 hectares of mountain views and beautiful native woodlands, it is a huge hit with Irish walkers and outdoor lovers.
Read more ...Give the gift of travel this Christmas with Fahy Travel
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
It is that magical time of year again! The Christmas season is fast approaching, the lights are twinkling, the shops are buzzing, and everyone is searching for that perfect gift. But what do you buy for someone who already has everything, or who is not impressed by the latest gadgets?
Read more ...Canter away from boring Christmas gifts with Clonboo Riding School
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
Looking for a Christmas gift that is a little out of the ordinary but full of fun? Discover the freedom, enjoyment, and lifelong skills that come with learning to ride at Clonboo Riding School, located just 10 minutes from Galway city.
Read more ...Adrenaline-pumping fun at Galway City Karting
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
Galway City Karting is one of the top activities in Galway. The track, located in Liosban Industrial Estate, provides adrenaline-fuelled fun to everyone aged seven and up.
Read more ...JWT Cruises wins two awards at the 2025 Travel Centres conference and awards
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
Galway-based JWT Cruises, part of JWT Travel, scooped two awards at the prestigious 2025 Travel Centres conference and awards, which took place at Lawlors Hotel in Naas on Saturday, November 8.
Read more ...Cong Forest was named among the top ten most visited Coillte recreational forests in Ireland
Thu, Nov 06, 2025
Cong Forest had almost 87,400 visits last year, making it the tenth most popular Coillte recreational site in 2024. Cong Forest offers a variety of walking trails through its lands, which were formally part of the Ashford Estate and owned by the Guinness family until 1939.
Read more ...Irish teenagers urged to snap up free EU Travel Passes
Thu, Nov 06, 2025
Young people across Ireland are being encouraged to apply for one of 40,000 free travel passes available through the European Commission’s DiscoverEU initiative. Individuals aged 18 years old can apply individually or in groups of up to five.
The European Commission and Interrail have partnered to offer 40,000 young Europeans free rail passes, allowing them to travel across the EU by rail and experience Europe’s rich cultural diversity, heritage, and traditions.
Read more ...JWT Travel among nominees for national travel awards
Thu, Oct 30, 2025
Galway-based JWT Travel is among the nominees for the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards 2025 again this year, and is inviting all its clients in Galway to vote for JWT Travel and JWT Cruises.
Read more ...‘Sawasdee from sunny Thailand’
Thu, Oct 16, 2025
Michelle Lyons, senior travel consultant at Fahy Travel, has just returned from an unforgettable journey through Thailand, in partnership with Discover Travel and Emirates Airlines.
Read more ...Hot destinations for your honeymoon or special holiday
Thu, Oct 16, 2025
Travel expert Caroline O’Toole, head of cruises and luxury holidays at JWT Travel, shares her hot destinations for honeymooners and special holidays.
Read more ...Escape to the Irish midlands at the Abbey Hotel Roscommon
Thu, Oct 09, 2025
Your perfect autumn getaway awaits... enjoy everything a seasonal break should be - cosy, effortless and inviting.
Read more ...New cruise ship raises the bar in luxury travel
Thu, Oct 09, 2025
Celebrity Cruises has once again raised the bar in modern luxury travel with the launch of its latest Edge-series ship, Celebrity Xcel™?. Poised to redefine the cruising experience, Celebrity Xcel™? blends cutting-edge design with unmatched comfort, innovation, and sustainability.
Debuting in 2025, Celebrity Xcel™?offers an array of new features tailored for discerning travellers. One of the most exciting additions is the expanded resort deck, now featuring a two-level infinity pool with panoramic ocean views and private cabanas for ultimate relaxation. The magic carpet — the signature cantilevered platform — returns with a sleeker design and enhanced dining options, transforming from a bar to a restaurant to an embarkation platform.
Read more ...Enjoy a spooktacular stay at The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Thu, Oct 09, 2025
Celebrate the season with pumpkin picking, a scenic Corrib Cruise, family dining and more this Halloween Midterm.
Read more ...Dubai delivers for all ages
Thu, Oct 02, 2025
Lynne Casey, senior sales consultant at the award-winning Fahy Travel, recently took part in an exclusive industry trip to Dubai, exploring the city’s growing appeal as a top destination for families and travellers of all ages. The promotional tour, titled Dubai Through the Ages, highlighted how the city offers luxury, adventure, and culture for every generation — all at prices now comparable to Mediterranean resorts, but with a superior standard of service and safety.
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