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The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Huge boost for Irish holidaymakers as Aer Lingus announce new route to ‘paradise' sunshine spot
AER Lingus has announced another new route from Dublin - and this time it is to a paradise holiday location. The airline brought out several new routes in recent months, making it easier for Irish Advertisement 5 Performers Johnny Arias and Carmen Reyna alongside Aer Lingus Cabin Crew Alannah Prunty and John Connolly at the launch Credit: Aer Lingus 5 The area is known for its golden beaches and crystal clear water Credit: Getty Images - Getty 5 Performer Johnny Arias alongside Aer Lingus Cabin Crew Alannah Prunty Credit: Naoise Culhane Now passengers can book a holiday to The new route will bring sunseekers from The first flight is set to depart in January 2026, and it's the airline's first route to According to the Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL Flights will run on the airline's A330-300 aircraft, making the journey seamless. It will run from January 6, 2026 until April 29, allowing for passengers to get away from the bleak Irish Cancun is known for it's golden It has already been a popular destination for Irish Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Exclusive The region is also home to archaeological sites such as El Rey, Ichkabal, Coba, Kohunlich, El Meco, Chichén Itzá , and Tulum. And for Aer Lingus launch new direct flight to popular stateside destination from Dublin Airport Or, try local delicacies like lobster pizza, queso de bola, crispy sweet marquesitas or freshly made guacamole. The region is a favourite with honeymooners and offers a wide range of Advertisement Lynne Embleton, "Our research highlights a strong appetite amongst customers for new travel experiences, particularly seasonal destinations beyond the peak summer period. 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "Mexico, with its tropical climate, caters to the growing consumer demand for winter sun, while also offering a rich blend of history, culture, and cuisine.' Mara Lezama Espinosa, Quintana Roo State Governor, said: 'Quintana Roo, the Mexican Caribbean, welcomes and celebrates the first direct Dublin – Cancun flight from Aer Lingus. Advertisement "We will work together with our partner Aer Lingus to make this a successful operation!' The announcement comes as Ireland and Mexico mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Carolina Zaragoza Flores, Ambassador of Mexico to Ireland, said: 'In a landmark moment coinciding with the significant 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mexico and Ireland, the Embassy of Mexico warmly welcomes the commencement of direct flights connecting our two nations. IMPORTANT DEVELOPMENT "This important development, fuelled by a growing bilateral trade relationship that sees Mexico as Ireland's top trading partner in Latin America and Ireland as Mexico's sixth-largest trade partner within the European Union, will undoubtedly foster even stronger economic ties, and lead toward a strategic partnership. Advertisement "By facilitating increased tourism, business opportunities, and cultural exchange, this direct air link will further enrich the deep and enduring friendship we celebrate this year.' Included in the new routes announced by Aer Lingus were direct flights to Bordeaux in from Cork Airport . The airline also added another transatlantic route to it's roster, launching direct flights to Indianapolis in . 5 The area is a popular destination with tourists Credit: Getty Images - Getty Advertisement 5 The flights will run three times a week Credit: Aer Lingus
The Herald Scotland
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Aer Lingus to launch new route to Cancun from Glasgow and Edinburgh
The flights will go via Dublin, the first time this route has been operated by the airline. The new route will operate 3 times weekly on the airline's A330-300 aircraft, offering UK and Irish holidaymakers a seamless route to the warmth and vibrant cultural heritage of the Mexican Caribbean. Glasgow and Edinburgh are two 9 UK airports which will be operating the route, which will also run from 6 January to 29 April 2026 from Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, London Heathrow, Manchester, and Southampton airports. Performer Johnny Arias alongside Aer Lingus Cabin Crew Alannah Prunty at the launch of the launch of Ireland's first direct flight from Dublin to Cancun starting in January 2026. (Image: Naoise Culhane) Cancún, with its balmy weather, golden beaches, and crystal-clear waters has long been a popular destination with holiday-makers. The appeal of the Mexican resort goes beyond its beaches, with the region also home to some of Mexico's most iconic cultural sites, including the Mayan ruins of El Rey, Ichkabal, Coba, Kohunlich, El Meco, Chichén Itzá, and Tulum. Lynne Embleton, Aer Lingus Chief Executive Officer, said: 'Our new route to Cancún introduces a vibrant new destination to our network and further increases Aer Lingus' winter sun offering. 'Our research highlights a strong appetite amongst customers for new travel experiences, particularly seasonal destinations beyond the peak summer period. Mexico, with its tropical climate, caters to the growing consumer demand for winter sun, while also offering a rich blend of history, culture, and cuisine.' READ MORE: Global Airlines to launch first transatlantic flight - how to watch How Scots can take Europe's only direct flight to Indianapolis Mara Lezama Espinosa, Quintana Roo State Governor, said: 'Quintana Roo, the Mexican Caribbean, welcomes and celebrates the first direct Dublin – Cancun flight from Aer Lingus.
