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Dublin Airport’s rules for passengers at Christmas and the items you can’t bring through security

An estimated 1.5 million people are expected to pass through Dublin Airport this festive period - here are some tips you can follow to make your journey as smooth as possible

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Major flight change coming next year for passengers flying in Europe

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The days of being unreachable during a flight will soon be behind us as from next summer 5G will be available on European flights - meaning that you can call, text, and use the internet

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The Camino de Santiago and Northern Spain: unmissable sights, delicious food and buckets of history

My whistle-stop tour of northern Spain left me with the feeling that there is so much more to be discovered in beautiful Cantabria, Asturias and Galicia

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The RSVP Spa Awards 2022: What hotels, spas and aestheticians scrubbed up the best across the nation this year

Whether its booking a romantic getaway or a relaxing break to unwind from work, we are blessed in Ireland to have some of the very best spas in the world

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Fly to Budapest's world famous Christmas market with ice-skating rink and 3D light show for under €30

Budapest boasts one of Europe’s most famous Christmas markets. With its massive selection of festive food and drinks, an ice-skating rink and the biggest 3D light show on the continent, it’s no surprise that the market was crowned the best in all of Europe in 2020.

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You can fly to Switzerland's world famous Christmas markets for less than €20

Ryanair are offering snow seekers some fabulous deals, with flights from Dublin, Kerry and Shannon from as little as €19.99. Be sure to book your trip by 11 November 2022 and travel between 01 November 2022 – 08 January 2023 to snap up these great prices.

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Ryanair travellers flying this week warned about €55 fee for 'no go period'

Some travellers will have to check in in advance, as if they have to check in at the airport less than two hours before they flight they will have to pay a €55 fee

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Looking for a sleek city break? Try The Metropole, in Cork’s stylish cultural hub

Mere steps away from streets of award-winning restaurants, pubs, salons and shopping destinations is The Metropole Hotel Cork, welcoming guests for 125 years.

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Tourists can avoid hefty medical bills with a free health card in EU countries and United Kingdom

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European Health Insurance Cards help tourists avoid expensive trips to the hospital while abroad in the European Union or in the United Kingdom - here’s how to apply

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Irish travel TikTok star shares clever tip to always snap up cheap flights

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It's the price of holidays that often holds us back, but luckily TikToker Robyn has shared an easy tip to make sure you can snap up some of the best travel deals out there

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Irish man boarded a Ryanair flight to Portugal only to land in Spain

Barry boarded a flight to Faro, Portugal, as he headed away with his girlfriend - but the trip didn't go to plan as they and the other passengers found themselves in Malaga

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Holidaymaker uses ingenious travel hack to beat 100ml liquids rule

Everybody understands the stress and frustration of trying to jam all the toiletries you need into those clear plastic bags before going through security, but that has all changed now

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Ireland AM's Elaine Crowley lost 4.5kg and reset her mind and body doing 'master cleanse'

Ireland AM presenter Elaine Crowley, a self-confessed health holiday buff, headed to Turkey in search of some rest and recharge after a "pretty rotten" 12 months

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Cheapest Ryanair flights from Ireland on sale as Michael O'Leary says no more €10 flights

We hunted for the cheapest flights, and while €9.99 flights are not on offer, there are many destinations still accessible for under €20 when flying on the most affordable days

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People urged to 'avoid flying' to Portugal during certain days in strike action flight warning

Industrial action, among other things, has been a huge disruptor in European airports this summer, as airline and ground crew demand better working conditions

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Ryanair kick off five month strike in Spain but airline assure passengers of 'minimal disruption'

Passengers flying to and from Spain in the coming months should be aware of ongoing Ryanair strike action as it could result in their flights being delayed or cancelled

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Spain holidays: Irish holidaymakers set to sweat as new air conditioning law comes into effect

Tourists and locals alike are set to swelter if the country undergoes another severe heatwave as the new law has put air conditioning limits in place to save energy

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Full list of Portugal Covid-19 rules that Irish holidaymakers need to know as restrictions extended

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Here's everything you need to know about ongoing rules and restrictions throughout Portugal as they have been extended following a rise in Covid-19 cases in the country

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Spain holidays: Irish holidaymakers warned of infestations of new tropical bug

Holidaymakers are being urged to be careful and keep an eye out for the bugs as they can nestle into your luggage and infest your home when you return from your trip

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Ryanair worker shares secret way passengers can sit together without paying any extra

Former Ryanair cabin crew member, Jane Hawkes, explains how people travelling on the airline’s flights can make sure they are sitting together without forking over any extra cash

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Lisa Cannon on her life-changing girls trip to award-winning spa in Italy

TV presenter Lisa Cannon took a trip to an award-winning spa in Italy with her best friend – and came back a new woman

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Viral €30 Tiktok tip to never lose your baggage in airport handling

With staffing shortages and an influx of summer travellers, there have been an increase of complaints of lost baggage this summer season

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‘Jurassic Newpark’ life-sized dinosaurs arrive at Kilkenny hotel for new themed attraction

‘Jurassic Newpark’ will feature an interactive walk-through experience with life-sized (robotic) dinosaurs that move and roar.

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What to do when an airline or airport loses your luggage, as Dublin Airport criticised for baggage handling

Complains have been abundant in recent weeks of lost baggage piling up in arrivals halls, and numerous tales of people with connecting flights losing their luggage

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M&S M&S shoppers rushing to stores to nab delicious bargain cocktail 'drink of Christmas'Similar to other supermarkets, the high street retailer Marks & Spencer has introduced a selection of festive items just in time for the upcoming Christmas season and one is standing out

Cost of Living: You can run your Christmas lights for just 24 cent with these tips and tricks

With the cost of living rising dramatically, we are more and more aware of our spending habits, particularly around the festive period. We’re sharing our best tips and tricks to make sure you’re saving money on decorations this Christmas

Expert shares the foods to feed kids to ward of colds and flus and strengthen their immune system

Neurological developmental therapist Ollwyn Moran shares tips to strengthen our little one’s immune defences during the winter months, when cold and flus are most rampant

Couple build dream bungalow at foot of Croagh Patrick with just their savings: 'It took sacrifices'

Erica and Liam Scahill embarked on a challenging three-and-a-half year journey to build the home of their dreams in the Mayo mountainside, but it was all worth it in the end

Star of Charlie's Bar Christmas ad says 'I don't feel lonely' after video goes viral

Martin McManus, 74, is the star of a brand new Christmas advert which has garnered worldwide attention thanks to it's emotional storytelling and simple message

Cost of Living Cost of Living: You can run your Christmas lights for just 24 cent with these tips and tricks With the cost of living rising dramatically, we are more and more aware of our spending habits, particularly around the festive period. We’re sharing our best tips and tricks to make sure you’re saving money on decorations this Christmas

Expert shares the foods to feed kids to ward of colds and flus and strengthen their immune system

Neurological developmental therapist Ollwyn Moran shares tips to strengthen our little one’s immune defences during the winter months, when cold and flus are most rampant

Interior designer explains how to create a calm home with simple lighting changes

Interior stylist Jacqui Naughton shares her top tips to help create a restful home that is perfect for the entire family to gather and spend time together - without breaking the bank

This Irish start up is cleaning our atmosphere with its carbon capture technology

Waterford-based NEG8 Carbon have designed special devices that will be able to capture carbon from the atmosphere and safely store it in rocks underneath the earth's surface

Carlow woman Sophie Leahy launches luxury wine opener business after seeing mam struggle with arthritis

After she noticed that her mum would ofter ask her or her father to open wine for her due to her arthritis, an idea was sparked in Sophie’s mind, and the business was born

Cost of Living Social welfare Ireland: The full list of people who will receive a Christmas bonus from Monday The Christmas bonus will be paid from Monday to all qualifying recipients and will be paid alongside your usual social welfare payment - here's the full list of who gets it

Victoria Mary Clarke on her love for Shane MacGowan 'I knew the first time I kissed him he was my soulmate'

After 36 years together, Victoria Mary Clarke opened up to us on her relationship with Pogues singer Shane MacGowan and how their relationship has developed over time

Cost of living: Government issue a warning to households ahead of first electricity credit this week

The energy credits will begin to be applied to accounts from Friday the 1st of December but the government have issued a warning to households ahead of them being paid out

Social welfare Ireland: Full list of people who will qualify for €200 lump sum paid from today

This is second week that the government are rolling out some of the nine lump sums they announced in Budget 2024 back in October - here's everything you need to know

Dancing With The Stars 2024: Rosanna Davison, Eileen Dunne and more announced in lineup

Dancing With The Stars

The first five contestants on next year's Dancing With The Stars have been revealed, with the next six due to be announced in the coming days - the show returns in January

FIFA Women's World Cup Stephanie Roche and husband Dean share exciting milestone Irish soccer international Stephanie Roche and her husband Dean Zambra have taken to Instagram to share an exciting life update

Irish Weather: Met Éireann issue yellow warnings as temperatures continue to plummet to -3°C

Arctic chills have been blasting Ireland in recent days, and they are not letting up any time soon as Met Éireann issue yellow warning for ice and fog across the country

Cost of Living: You can run your Christmas lights for just 24 cent with these tips and tricks

With the cost of living rising dramatically, we are more and more aware of our spending habits, particularly around the festive period. We’re sharing our best tips and tricks to make sure you’re saving money on decorations this Christmas

Late Late Show viewers have thoughts on Take That's 'odd choice of outfits'

Tonight saw Take That interviewed by host Patrick Kielty on the Late Late Show, but despite them singing some tunes and playing a fun game with some superfans, viewers only noticed one thing

Dancing With The Stars 2024: Rosanna Davison, Eileen Dunne and more announced in lineup

Dancing With The Stars

The first five contestants on next year's Dancing With The Stars have been revealed, with the next six due to be announced in the coming days - the show returns in January