Ireland’s newest transatlantic airport welcomes its first direct US flights to Boston/Providence with Norwegian in July. And for those looking to explore other destinations across North America, WOW air can now connect you to ten cities in the US and Canada through Reykjavik. Travellers can fly into Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Montreal, New York City, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Toronto and Washington DC. Better still, both airlines offer amazing value with fares as low as €139 each way.
EXPLORE RHODE ISLAND THIS SUMMER
From 1st July, Norwegian will fly direct from Cork to Providence, Rhode Island – voted America’s coolest city by GQ magazine. Just over an hour from Boston, Providence has plenty to offer as a destination in its own right.
Full of New England charm, with beautiful streets, relaxed ambiance and atmosphere. Providence has everything you would expect from a city but it has managed to keep a unique authenticity. It has also built a reputation for its food scene and nightlife. Once you have had a chance to take in the city life then why not plan a trip to Martha’s Vineyard, south of Cape Cod. It is an affluent island and has become the summer haven for many celebrities.
Nantucket is also in easy reach and is home to harbours, dramatic cliffs, beaches and stunning old mansions. So, if you are looking for some nightlife with friends or a fun filled weekend with the family, Nantucket has got it all.
And, of course, Boston, a city with which the Irish have a long-standing relationship. While shopping may be at the top of the list, Boston is also home to world famous names such as Harvard University, Red Sox baseball and Celtic basketball teams.
Be WOWed in North America
There are also ten other cities across the US and Canada that can explored from Cork Airport with WOW air by connecting through Reykjavik. Iceland itself has become a hugely popular destination for the Irish and is a country with its own unique landscape and heritage. After a day of trekking through the stunning and untouched rugged landscape of the “Land of Fire and Ice”, relax and enjoy the sensations as you immerse yourself in one of Iceland’s world famous geysers and make sure to catch the mesmerising Aurora Borealis lighting up the sky.
But don’t just stop there, fly onto ten fantastic cities across North America, including San Francisco, LA, New York, Toronto and even Miami. You can connect, hassle-free, via Reykjavik. With so much to see and do, and at unbeatable fares, you are guaranteed to be wowed this summer.
Fares to Reykjavik start from just €59.99 one way with fares to the US starting from €159.99 one way and can be booked at www.wowair.ie
THE HEAT IS ON AT CORK AIRPORT FOR SUMMER 2017!
Summer 2017 is set to be a sizzling one for holidaymakers at Cork Airport. The heat is certainly on as the airport is expecting one of its busiest summers yet with some new and exciting routes across Europe as well as firm favourites across Spain, Portugal and France.
NEWQUAY
Newquay, the Cornish town on the South West coast of England is widely regarded as one of the top European surfing destinations thanks to swells of its amazing coast, including the well-known Cribbar Reef. If the wild waves have you washed out, Newquay and the wider Cornwall region has endless natural beauty spots to meander through.
Newquay really is the perfect destination for those seeking a close escape from home, as well as glorious and rugged natural beauty. There is plenty to tantalise the taste buds along some of the culinary trails. Indulge in international chef, Rick Stein’s fish and chips in Falmouth or sample the menu of Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen Cornwall restaurant – a well-deserved treat after surfing or trekking along Cornwall’s stunning coastline. Newquay’s location in Cornwall provides a 40-minute drive to the award-winning Eden Project. Considered by many as the Eight New Wonder of the World, nature lovers are in for a treat with a host of tropical and rare plants, collected from diverse areas of the planet.
Seats to Newquay can be reserved on www.aerlingus.com
VERONA
Verona, the Northern Italian city is most famous as the picturesque setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Situated a convenient one hour away from Venice, Verona is the place to be if you want to indulge in Italian food and wine, all the while immersing yourself in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
Seats to Verona can be reserved on www.volotea.com
ZURICH
Zurich, maybe not an obvious city break but it is an absolute delight to visit at any time of year. The alpine epicentre for Swiss business and tourism offers passengers some of the best chocolate and timepieces in the world. The charms of the medieval Allstadt or Old Town would allure any traveller, as well as the joy to be found while exploring the River Limmat and the beautiful Lake Zurich.
Seats to Zurich can be reserved on www.swiss.com
To check out the full list of destinations from Cork Airport, go to corkairport.com
And don’t forget, if you are flying out from Cork, there is fantastic offers on car parking through the website as well.
