Departure Lounge: Want to go on a cruise in 2024? There's some good value to be found
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Thinking of cruising in 2024? Cruise continues to be one of the fastest-growing tourism sectors with 36m passengers expected in 2024, according to a report by the Cruise Line International Association (CLIA). Demand in North America has swelled in 2023, up 592% compared to 2022. Dave Mills, Chief Commercial Officer of Iglu Cruise, an independent cruise travel agency, says: “We’ve seen some very exciting new ships launched in 2023 such as Disney Wish, sailing from popular US ports such as Miami and Orlando. This could have been attributed to the huge increase in demand for cruises in North America.” Arctic cruising is up by 201.3% with the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights drawing growing numbers. “Closer to home, many cruise lines have dedicated some of their best ships to serve the European markets,” Mills explains. “Anthem of the Seas from Southampton, Sky Princess, P&O Iona and MSC Virtuosa have all helped swell booking numbers in Europe.” With so much choice there’s real cruising value to be found globally in 2024.
Enjoy a family holiday on Majorca, the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands. Fly direct and experience the picturesque harbour, white sand beaches and reliably good weather. Families will love the 3-star+ Globales Bouganvilla with its own on-site waterpark. There’s something for all ages, from the multi-lane pool for competitive races to the Kids’ Waterworld for smaller swimmers. Flights ex Dublin. tuiholidays.ie
Oozing retro cool, how could we not love the Runway Chalet at TWA Hotel? A reworking of architect Eero Saarinen’s landmark TWA Flight Center at JFK Airport, this sleek restored space has been reimagined as the TWA Hotel, transporting guests back to 1962. During winter, you can hang out in the heated rooftop infinity pool beside the pop-up Runway Chalet. An enclosed alpine-themed restaurant and bar, grab a Sleigh All Day cocktail and sit back to watch the jets landing and taking off. twahotel.com
Kick off the new year with tickets for a football trip to support your favourite Premier League team. Keith Prowse’s Premier League hospitality tickets are available to book instantly online with seats at some of the biggest UK matches in the season ahead. Choose from top-tier hospitality at some of the most celebrated Premiership venues, whether you’re cheering for City or the Gunners, the Blues, Reds or Red Devils. keithprowseattractions.com
Enjoy a memorable midweek break in January with a food pilgrimage to The Tannery in Dungarvan. Run by Paul and Máire Flynn, you’ll stay at their handsome Tannery Townhouse before enjoying dinner around the corner in their destination restaurant, The Tannery. Dungarvan’s a beautiful town to visit, and with cosy décor and comforting food it’s guaranteed to bring sunshine in January. Overnight stays from €160pps or €225 single occupancy including breakfast and dinner. thetannery.ie