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The Monkeypox Virus comes from the same family of viruses as Smallpox and was initially recognised in 1958 in research monkeys. While some of the signs and symptoms of Monkeypox are similar to that of Smallpox, Monkeypox has a significantly lower death rate than Smallpox: 3-5% vs. 30% respectively. So far, symptoms of Monkeypox in…
Barbados reminds visitors why it’s the place to be this summer with new life-sized postcards Heading to Barbados this summer? Visitors to the Caribbean island are in for a special treat, with the newly launched giant postcards erected for them to capture and record their sweetest Barbados holiday memories. On Friday, the Barbados Tourism…
Ahead of the exciting summer season, the Government of Barbados has announced a key change to its travel protocols. Effective Wednesday, May 25, 2022, fully-vaccinated travellers to Barbados will no longer have to take a COVID-19 test to enter the country. In a press conference on Saturday, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley advised that the…
Manchester and London gateways to Barbados continue to outperform the market with passenger numbers now back at 2019 levels. Aer Lingus confirms they will return to Manchester for winter 2022-23 season. Summer 2022 bookings strong as BMTI ‘Summer Savings Campaign’ kicks-in. As the travel industry emerges from the pandemic all airlines, including Virgin Atlantic,…
The international immersive conference returns to RDS Dublin on Thursday, May 12th 2022 Immersive technologies (Augmented, Virtual and Mixed Realities ) are finally on the cusp of a breakthrough in adoption at business and enterprise level in Ireland. This is reflected in several significant developments in relation to Government prioritisation of the technologies. According to…
With Crystal Ski’s one child goes free offer your great value, family ski holiday dreams may all come true. Crunching through the snow and riding the lifts together. The sound of skis clipping, clicking, and swooshing down the first piste. Over mountain meals, we swapped ski school stories. Snowball fights and selfies on the slopes….
Travellers to Portugal will no longer be required to complete a Passenger Locator Form. Mask wearing in indoor settings will no longer be mandatory. As of Saturday, 23 April 2022, the requirement to complete a Passenger Locator Form for entry to Portugal will be removed for travellers. The wearing of face coverings will no longer…
The Canary Islands is one of the top destinations for Irish and UK holidaymakers, and it’s no surprise why… The archipelago is perfect for unwinding and leaving stress behind. With seven UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and four World Heritage Sites, the natural paradise is waiting for your next visit. The archipelago is home to digital nomads,…
What better way to celebrate Earth Day on the 22nd of April 2022 than in the Canary Islands, home to spectacular landscapes and incredible biodiversity. Read on to learn more about the lush environment of the Canary Islands archipelago from local experts… “This archipelago has a spectacular geodiversity,” says José Francisco Pérez Torrado, geologist and…
30th of March 2022 Ryanair launched their new direct service from Dublin to Madeira, Portugal, today, 30th of March. The landmark FN 364 service departed at 4:15 pm and heralds a new era for both Portugal and Ryanair. For Irish tourists dreaming of holidaying on the idyllic island, renowned for its spectacular and lush landscape,…