ISSUE 347 MARCH 2025


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EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS


Top trending holiday destinations from Belfast and Dublin in 2025 unveiled - long-haul tops list Meanwhile, a recent study


BY KIRSTY JOHNSTON Kirsty@nitravelnews.com


BELFAST and Dublin airports are gearing up to become major hubs for holidaymakers seeking novel experiences in 2025.


With a range of new and exciting destinations, travellers can look forward to exploring the world more conveniently than ever before.


Whether it’s the allure of Barcelona’s


beaches, the cultural tapestry of Tokyo, or the scenic beauty of Cape Town, the possibilities for adventure are endless. Facilitating this,


Belfast


International Airport is enhancing its connectivity with the introduction of several new routes. Highlights for travellers include Ryanair’s flight to Barcelona, easyJet’s flight to Lisbon and Aer Lingus’ flight to Dubrovnik. Meanwhile, Dublin Airport is also expanding its offerings.


Japan is now more accessible than ever with ANA’s (All Nippon Airways) daily route to Tokyo allowing visitors to explore the allure of the East, Aer Lingus’ fight to Los Angeles opens up the West Coast of the USA and the Emirates’ flight to Cape Town allows for direct Safari options.


a significant increase in passenger


with


Statistics have revealed numbers,


a


projected 20% rise in 2025 compared to 2024.


by The Advantage impressive 15% Travel


Partnership has highlighted a significant surge in Easter holiday bookings this year, with an


increase


compared to the same period in 2022.


Notably, the family market has experienced remarkable growth, with the percentage of bookings that include at least one child rising from 21% last year to 25% this year.


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