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The Bedford Hotel, set within the historic Scottish Mutual Building in Belfast city centre A landmark piece of Belfast’s architectural heritage has been brought back to life as The Bedford Hotel officially opened its doors to the public today, Wednesday, April 8, following a multi-million-pound restoration that has transformed the iconic Grade B1 listed Scottish Mutual Building into an 82-bedroom luxury boutique destination. The opening marks a major new addition to Belfast’s

JF Travel, Ballymena Award-winning travel agency JF Travel is celebrating its first anniversary in Ballymena, marking a significant milestone for the growing independent business as it continues to expand its presence across Northern Ireland. The anniversary marks another step forward in the company’s steady growth journey, from a small office launch nearly a decade ago to a multi-branch business now serving customers across the region. A growing local success story Led by di

(L-R): Laurentiu Ghisoiu from the National Trust, Sheena Dickson from Tourism NI, Oliver McMullan, Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens and Mel McQuitty of Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust.   A spectacular stretch of Northern Ireland’s north coast has been chosen to host the region’s very first “Signature Walk” — a move designed to transform how visitors experience its most iconic landscapes. Launched by Tourism Northern Ireland in partnership with National Trust, Causewa

Northern Ireland’s rapidly expanding sports-leisure scene has gained another boost with the opening of a new padel facility in Ballymoney, as the world’s fastest-growing racket sport continues to surge in popularity. Let’s Go Padel officially opened its latest venue to the public on Saturday, 7 March, marking the company’s seventh location across Northern Ireland and a further step in its strategy to bring the rapidly growing sport to more communities. The Ballymoney site joi

Cotter’s Park glamping site near Randalstown An annual indoor entertainment licence application for a glamping site outside Randalstown has been deferred following discussion at a meeting of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Operations Committee at Antrim Civic Centre on Monday evening. The application relates to dancing, singing and music – entertainment of a “like kind” – at Cotters Park on Clonkeen Road, operating Thursday to Sunday from 2.00pm until 1.00am, for

Castlewood Holiday Park, in Antrim, unveils new luxury accommodation and enhanced visitor facilities Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has welcomed the completion of the 5-star Blair’s Castlewood Holiday Park development at Shane’s Castle, marking a significant investment in local tourism on the shores of Lough Neagh. The expanded Castlewood Holiday Park introduces new luxury accommodation and enhanced visitor facilities, strengthening the borough’s position as a short-

Shane and Maria Hourican from Business Exhibitions (BizEx) Ltd, organisers of the All-Ireland Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show in Dublin Northern Ireland’s outdoor travel enthusiasts are being encouraged to make the short journey south this January, with organisers of the All-Ireland Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show offering free entry to NI residents travelling to Dublin for the event. Running alongside the popular Holiday World Show Dublin, the All-Ireland Caravan, Campin

Seasonal flights from Belfast City Airport to Cornwall Airport Newquay have officially resumed for summer 2025, as Aer Lingus Regional –...

Leah McIlwrath, Ellie McGimpsey, Aviation Development Manager at Belfast City Airport, and James Blackwood celebrate the news that...

EasyJet flights to Palma de Mallorca take off from Belfast City Airport Northern Ireland holidaymakers have more summer travel options as...

L-R: Coco Janssen, Cabin Crew; Harry de Groot, Director Ground Services & Cargo Operations, KLM Cityhopper; Katy Best, Chief Commercial...

In a significant boost for Northern Ireland’s coastal and inland recreational offerings, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has announced the...

A landmark multi-billion-pound investment has been secured for a sprawling new Universal theme park and resort in Bedford, marking a...

Image: Miquel Rossello Leading Northern Ireland Tour Operator TUI has announced flights to the Balearic Island of Majorca from Belfast...

Ballymena couple David and Ashley Warwick have launch their new business Ballymena’s own Ashley Warwick has taken her lifelong love for...

The Algarve, Portugal Sterling looks set to play a pivotal part in destination choice this year, according to the 19th annual Holiday...

This March, The National Lottery will once again be saying thank you to players for the £30million they raise for good causes every week...

Aer Lingus Regional, exclusively operated by Emerald Airlines, has announced a seasonal service from Belfast City Airport to Cornwall...

Bridgene Keeley and Eddie McKeever at the grand opening of the Dunadry Garden Spa The transformation of facilities at the historic...

Ryanair today (16th Oct) launched its Winter 2024 schedule for Belfast, with 13 routes including an exciting new route to Kaunas. Ryanair...