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Ryanair Announces Record Summer Schedule for Dublin with NEW ROUTE to Morocco!
RYANAIR has announced its record Summer schedule from Dublin Airport with 123 routes, including 1 new route to Rabat (Morocco’s sunny capital), as well as extra flights on 18 existing popular routes, like Faro, Ibiza, Malta, Milan, and Valencia. This is the first time that Ryanair has been
able to grow capacity at Dublin Airport since the IAA enforced a traffic cap in May 2024. Ryanair successfully appealed to the High Court for the suspension of the traffic cap for the Summer 2025 season. Ryanair credits the suspension of the traffic
cap and DAA’s reduced airport charges for next-gen aircraft for Ryanair’s “ability to grow traffic and tourism to Ireland this Summer”. Ryanair will increase its total Dublin-based fleet to 34 (a $3.4bn investment) for Summer 2025 – including the addition of 14 new Boeing “Gamechanger” aircraft which reduce CO2 and noise emissions by 16% and 40% respectively. A spokesperson for Ryanair said: “This investment is only possible as a result of the temporary suspension of the Dublin traffic cap for Summer 2025 while its legality has been referred to the EU Court of Justice. While Ryanair believes that the EU Court of Justice will deem this ‘artificial restriction on passengers’ free movement’ at Ireland’s main airport illegal, there is still no long-term certainty beyond Summer 2025. “The only long-term solution is for the Dublin
traffic cap to be scrapped completely so it can properly utilise its 2 runways and 2 terminals which can cater for up to 60m passengers p.a. “Ryanair calls on Ireland’s new Transport Minister to abolish the Dublin Airport traffic cap as the new Govt’s first initiative, which would lead to growth in traffic, connectivity, tourism, employment, and foreign direct investment on the island of Ireland for the rest of 2025 and for years to come.” Ryanair CEO, Eddie Wilson, said: “We are pleased to announce growth for Dublin this Summer, where we are adding 1 new based aircraft (34 total) and 1 new route to Rabat (123 total), as well as extra flights on 18 existing Ryanair routes to/from Dublin. This growth is a direct result of the temporary suspension of the outdated traffic cap at Dublin Airport for Summer 2025, following our successful submission to the High Court and the subsequent referral of the traffic cap’s legality to the EU Court of Justice. “We will also be responding to DAA’s reduced
airport charges for next-gen aircraft by swapping 14 of our current Dublin-based aircraft for 14 new Boeing ‘Gamechanger’ aircraft, which are more environmentally efficient, cutting CO2 emissions by 16% and noise by 40%. “While this is great news for Irish passengers
in the short-term, the long-term problem has not gone away and while we are confident that the EU Court of Justice will deem the Dublin traffic cap illegal, there is currently no certainty that Dublin will be able to grow beyond Summer 2025. Therefore, we need the new Transport Minister to take this unique opportunity and make abolishment of the Dublin traffic cap the new Govt’s no.1 priority, which would allow Ryanair to grow Ireland’s traffic 50% to 30m passenger p.a. by 2030. If the new Transport Minister fails to rid of this ridiculous traffic cap, as their predecessor did, then they risk Dublin’s traffic growth stagnating once again to the detriment of Ireland’s tourism, jobs, and economy.”
Hays Travel Jets Customers Direct to the Caribbean from
Belfast
February 2025
NI Travel News Ski Comp Winner Enjoys Ski Holiday in Borovets with Travel Solutions
brilliant and looked after all of their guests so well. They definitely went above and beyond!
“I was also much surprised by the
EILEEN Ennis was the lucky winner of NI Travel News’ September/ October 2024 edition in conjunction with Travel Solutions. Eileen won a ski trip for two to Borovet, Bulgaria.
The prize included a six day
ski pack including lift pass, ski equipment hire (boots, skis and poles) + 4 hour lessons per day. The prize also included the services of a resort-based Travel Solutions representative. Speaking about her win, Eileen
said: “Funny how stopping for a cup of coffee and lifting Northern Ireland Travel News for a wee read turned into an amazing weeks holiday!
“Having just returned after the
most fantastic week in Borovets I would like to extend my thanks and gratitude to both Travel Solutions and NI Travel News for such an amazing prize. “Everything from start to finish was just brilliant and Hotel Lion was just lovely. The pool and spa made it all the more enjoyable. And the food was remarkable. It was our first time to ski in Bulgaria but it certainly won’t be our last. “The Travel solutions reps were
SOME 300 passengers set off for a Caribbean cruise direct from Belfast International Airport last month.
The UK’s largest independent
travel agent exclusively chartered the direct flight to Barbados to take customers on a winter sunshine escape, with the added ease and convenience of flying from their local airport.
Hays Travel staff welcomed
ski equipment that we were given it was top end. Borovets resort was very quaint with a lively apres ski - I recommend the Black Tiger Bar - that was really fun in the afternoons.
the longest run being 12km. Hotel Lion, Borovets is a charming accommodation nestled in the heart of the picturesque Borovets ski resort in Bulgaria and offers a hotel shuttle bus to the slopes. The rooms are tastefully designed and equipped with modern facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Guests can indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the hotel’s restaurant, which serves a blend of local and international cuisine. The hotels also boasts a wellness centre where guests can relax after a day on the slopes. With its convenient location, excellent service, and warm hospitality, Hotel Lion in Borovets guarantees a memorable and unforgettable experience for all its guests.
“Once again many thanks to everyone involved with my trip.
really was an amazing experience from start to finish.”
Borovets is the oldest and biggest
ski resort in Bulgaria, located on the northern slopes of the Rila Mountains. The resort has more of an alpine feel with the impressive Rila Hotel a landmark at the foot of the slopes. The resort is suited for a wide range of skiers, from beginners to those with years of experience, with 58kms of ski runs spread over three ski centres –
their passengers at Belfast International Airport’s check- in area and joined them at an exclusive airside drinks reception. Fully escorted throughout by
Hays Travel staff, the two-week cruise on board P&O Cruises’ ship, Arvia, takes guests on a Caribbean journey around islands including Grenada, St Lucia, St Marteen, and Antigua. Hays Travel Downpatrick
Branch Manager, James Burke, was there to greet customers on the day. He said: “On Saturday, we had the pleasure of greeting our excited guests at the airport as they began their journey to Barbados. It was a wonderful sight to see so many happy customers – some of whom were celebrating big birthdays – all eager to set sail on what promised to be an unforgettable adventure.”
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