Holiday Bookings Surge 13% After Wet 2026 Start

Irish holiday bookings climb 13% following a drenched start to 2026, as travelers seek sunnier escapes from relentless rain-soaked days. Families pivot to earlier summer getaways in June and July, dodging August crowds, while ocean cruises soar 20% and river cruises explode 60% for their all-inclusive value and serene paces. Cooler northern havens like Norway draw 50% more adventurers, craving fjord mists over Mediterranean scorch.