Northern Ireland

Celebrate a summer of LGBTQ+ love on the island of Ireland   Pride events across the island of Ireland this summer will see hundreds of thousands of people celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. Ireland is an LGBTQ+ friendly place and in June, July and August, cities across the island will stage colourful and joyous Pride parades and festivals to celebrate and show...

Discover a world of spirits in Northern Ireland   A new Spirit Trail and Distillery Passport experience is encouraging visitors to discover the range, quality and unique character of Northern Ireland’s spirits. The Spirit Trail is a guide to 14 unique distillery-led experiences across Northern Ireland. It’s an invitation to meet the characters and see the passion behind each brand as...

Culloden Estate & Spa unveils upgrades and a new visual identity with €700,000 investment   The Culloden Estate & Spa has completed a €700,000 upgrade and debuted a refreshed visual brand identity. Guests will notice the results upon entering the five-star hotel in Belfast, with the re-carpeting of the ground floor, including the hotel’s iconic staircase. The intimate Drawing Room event space features...

New Luxury Accommodation will be Golfers’ Dream Fans of golf and lovers of luxury will find the perfect combination in Dunluce Lodge, Northern Ireland, which is set to open this autumn. Dunluce Lodge, County Antrim, has announced it will open this autumn offering stunning accommodation on the beautiful Causeway Coast that will be especially suited to golfers. The five-star hospitality venue sits on...

Northern Ireland’s ascent as a must-visit tourism destination   A push towards green tourism and an unprecedented wave of international investment is reinvigorating Northern Ireland’s tourism industry. In the last few years, a number of major investments in Northern Ireland’s hotel stock has added more luxury options for visitors to this small region. In a story worthy of a Hollywood movie, Mick Boyle,...

Dramatic diving on display on Northern Ireland’s stunning Causeway Coast In July, Northern Ireland’s spectacular Causeway Coast will be the backdrop to the fourth stop on the adrenaline-charged Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. The famous Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series has chosen picturesque Ballycastle, County Antrim, as the location for a mid-season stop (19–20 July) that is expected to...

Belfast 2024 celebrates the city’s creative culture Belfast is embarking on an ambitious cultural celebration in 2024 which will see the city come to life with creative projects, events and civic initiatives. Under the themes of Our People, Our Place and Our Planet, Belfast 2024 will present a year-long programme of exciting projects and events that will celebrate the city’s people,...

Ireland to co-host Euro 2028 football tournament Two stadia on the island of Ireland will be among 10 across the UK and Ireland to host the prestigious Euro 2028 competition. The UK and Ireland’s joint bid to host the prestigious football tournament Euro 2028 has been formally approved by UEFA. It will be the biggest event ever hosted by the UK...

Derry-Londonderry declared a United Nations International City of Peace Derry-Londonderry, a city steeped in history, culture, and reconciliation, has been honoured with the prestigious designation of UN City of Peace. The United Nations International City of Peace program acknowledges cities worldwide that have demonstrated outstanding efforts in fostering peace, tolerance, and cooperation among their diverse communities. Derry-Londonderry's transformation into a symbol...

Let the combination of sea, sand and serenity work its magic on a coastal break on the island of Ireland. If you’re ready for a break from the daily treadmill, you’ll find wave-lapped golden shores, dramatic cliffs and secluded hideaways waiting for you on the island of Ireland. Where better to enjoy great sea views than from a lighthouse. Stay in...