If you’re serious about your travel plans for this year, consider heading to the RDS Simmonscourt for the Holiday World Show 2018, taking place from Friday January 26 to Sunday January 28.
It will feature over 1,000 travel professionals from around the world, to allow you plan your perfect holiday and take advantage of show-only specials and deals.
The travel experts will represent 55 countries altogether. They include tour operators, travel agents, hotel chains, national tourist organisations, airlines, theme parks, cruise companies, campsites and more. Among the attractions will be:
Visit USA Pavilion
The ‘Visit USA Pavilion’ at the 2018 Holiday World Show will be the largest in the show’s 29 year history. Travel experts from across the States will be showcasing over 40 destinations. These range from wine tasting in the Napa Valley to theme parks in Orlando and shopping in the Big Apple.
Atlantic City is one of the new US destinations for 2018. Enjoy casinos, fine dining, and its famous boardwalk.
If America is calling out to you, this will be the place to get your trip organised!
Spain
Spain remains Ireland’s number one tourism destinations, with figures claiming that it had close to an incredible two million visits by Irish people last year. The weather is undoubtedly the main attraction for we folk who are far too used to wind and rain, while the customary value for money is always a great attraction too.
The Spanish Tourism Board will be showcasing a variety of stunning destinations at the show. These will include the cities of Barcelona and Valencia, to the beautiful Basque Country and more. Remember too the popular sun holiday spots of the Canary Islands, the Balearics, the Costa Del Sol, and more.
French Camping Pavilion
Family camping holidays are on the rise again. And with the launch of Irish Ferries’ world-class new ferry service from Dublin to France in Summer 2018, this destination’s popularity is set to soar. Campissimo will be the largest French Camping Exhibitor at this year’s show. They will introduce a new range of camping holiday options to the Irish market.
If considering a camping holiday there, remember our guide driving in France, as well as our Highlights of Brittany and Highlights of Normandy.
Italy
The Italian State Tourist Board are bringing their biggest ever stand to Holiday World Show 2018! Famous for its romance, culture and breathtaking scenery, Italy is ideal for family holidays, beach holidays and stylish city breaks. Learn about magnificent historical tours in Rome, the beautiful scenery of Tuscany and the best restaurants in Sicily.
Asia
Book your Asian adventure at Holiday World Show and choose from countries as diverse as Thailand, Japan, China, Taiwan, Malaysia and more. From the ornate palaces to the rich coral reefs and other wildlife, Thailand has many exotic holiday offerings. Take a trip to Northwestern Thailand for wildlife and Bangkok for a cosmopolitan experience. Head south to the beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters and the luxury resorts of the islands of Phuket and Koh Samui.
Hong Kong is another great destination, and direct flights from Dublin make it easily accessible.
Learn too about the growing popularity of Taiwan, and what everywhere else in this beautiful region has to offer.
Airline Pavilion
Aer Lingus will be at Holiday World Show 2018 showcasing its new routes to Seattle and Philadelphia. These form part of its largest ever transatlantic schedule which also includes services to Boston, Chicago, Hartford, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Newark, Orlando, San Francisco and Washington DC.
Turkish Airlines, one of the world’s biggest airlines, will also be presenting its expansive schedule of flights to 302 destinations in 120 countries.
Ethiopian Airlines will form part of the new African Pavilion. With three flights a week from Dublin to Addis Ababa, they have opened a gateway to Africa for Irish travellers. And remember, Harar in Ethiopia is number one in National Geographic’s top ten places to visit in 2018!
Qatar Airways, which recently opened its Dublin to Doha route, will also be exhibiting their wide range of routes and luxury aircrafts. Finally, Air Canada will be displaying its new direct services between Dublin and Montreal and Shannon and Toronto, beginning in June 2018.
Cruises
Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, MSC Cruises, Hurtigruten, Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) and Silversea Cruises are just some of the cruise exhibitors who will be offering their expert advice and show only deals at Holiday World Show 2018. They can offer you cruises with excellent children’s activities, top class gastronomy from celebrity chefs and award-winning West End shows on board, not to mention the opportunity to wake up in a new destination every day!
Remember our tips for older people on cruise holidays. Remember too that we’ve got the best cruise travel insurance around!
Home Holidays
This year’s Home Holiday Pavilion is the biggest one yet with exhibitors coming from all across our beautiful island. From stunning coastal towns to cosmopolitan cities and unforgettable landscapes, there is so much to discover right on our doorstep!
With accommodation ranging from luxury castles to country cottages, activities as diverse as hill walking and surfing, world class cultural attractions and breathtaking beaches, why not make 2018 the year you explore Ireland.
For 2018, there will be a new Northern Ireland Tourism Village and Donegal Tourism, voted ‘the coolest place on the planet in 2017’ by the National Geographic, will host the largest Home Holiday stand.
Over 55’s Holidays
There will be a multitude of travel offerings specifically tailored to the more seasoned travellers with special over 55’s holiday discounts available at Holiday World Show. Choose from a variety of holiday deals, from adventurous bucket list trips with The Travel Department to all inclusive luxury cruises. And again, remember us for your travel insurance. We’ve got the most competitive and comprehensive packages around for over 65s, over 70s, and over 75s.
Travel insurance
It all adds up to great choice and value for your travels in 2018 – but be sure to take out travel insurance wherever you decide to go.
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- Medical Expenses Cover of €5 Million
- Personal Luggage Cover of €2,000
- Personal Money and Documents Cover of €1,600
- Delayed Departure Cover of €200
- Cancellation or Curtailment Cover of €4,000
- Abandonment Cover of €4,000
- Missed Departure Cover of €500
- Personal Accident Cover of €55,000
- Personal Liability Cover of €2,000,000
- Third Party Supplier Insolvency Cover of €2,000
- Schedule Airline Failure Cover of €1,000
- Legal Expenses Cover of €10,000
- Hijack Cover of €1,000
- Catastrophe Cover of €750
- Credit or Cash Card Fraud Cover of €300
Key benefits of our Platinum Plan travel insurance
- Medical Expenses Cover of €10 Million
- Personal Luggage Cover of €3,000
- Personal Money and Documents Cover of €2,000
- Delayed Departure Cover of €400
- Cancellation or Curtailment Cover of €6,000
- Abandonment Cover of €6,000
- Missed Departure Cover of €600
- Personal Accident Cover of €95,000
- Personal Liability Cover of €2,000,000
- Third Party Supplier Insolvency Cover of €2,000
- Schedule Airline Failure Cover of €2,000
- Legal Expenses Cover of €20,000
- Hijack Cover of €2,000
- Catastrophe Cover of €1,000
- Credit or Cash Card Fraud Cover of €500
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