Gail Conway

Business Reporter

LISBON, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 09: Spirit of Adventure, a 58,199 GT cruise ship operated by Saga Cruises, sails under 25 de Abril Bridge while navigating the Tagus River after leaving the cruise terminal on October 09, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal. Tourism in Po

Holiday bookings up 13% after wet start to 2026

Poor weather in Ireland this month has led to a surge in holiday bookings compared to February last year, with sales up in the first two weeks of the month, according to Travel Counsellors Ireland.

Business • 5 hrs

I love you note and red hearts on keyboard

Is a workplace Valentine a good idea?

When Coldplay frontman Chris Martin spotted a middle-aged couple embracing on the big screen 'Kiss Cam' at their concert last July, no one could have predicted the fallout.

Business • 14 Feb

Irish exports to Egypt grew by 5% last year

A new report from the Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce (AICC) examines the potential for Egypt to become Ireland's next big export market over the next five years.

Business • 12 Feb

Sales down for half of Irish bookshops over Christmas

Bookshops across Ireland ended 2025 with a disappointing Christmas trading picture according to new survey data from the Booksellers Association.

Business • 06 Feb

Just 7% say housing policy changes make it easier to buy

Home buyers are becoming increasingly frustrated by the pace of delivery in the housing market, according to the latest consumer sentiment survey by MyHome.

Business • 04 Feb