Altura Travel Ireland

13/09/2026

ITALY | FIVE STOPS BY RAIL

If you’ve always wanted to see more of Italy in one trip, this one packs an incredible amount into ten nights.

Start on the Sorrento coast, spend a night in Naples, then travel north through Rome and Florence before finishing in Venice. The train journeys between each city are already included, so the route is taken care of while you concentrate on enjoying each stop.

22 February 2027 | 10 nights | Fly from Dublin

✦ Sorrento | 3 nights at 4★ Hotel Gardenia Sorrento Ascend Hotel Collection
✦ Naples | 1 night at 3★ B&B Hotel Napoli
✦ Rome | 2 nights at 4★ Hotel Oxford
✦ Florence | 2 nights at 3★ Hotel Caravaggio
✦ Venice | 2 nights at 3★ Hotel Kette
✦ Room Only throughout
✦ Train travel between all five stops
✦ Return flights from Dublin
✦ Airport taxes and security charges
✦ 20kg checked baggage per person

From €1,055 per person
Based on 2 adults sharing

Deposit: €300 per person

This is definitely a trip for travellers who like to see and do plenty rather than stay in one place. In ten nights you get the coast, some of Italy’s great cities and the experience of travelling between them by rail.

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Prices subject to availability and change. Terms and conditions apply.

12/09/2026

ICELAND | VALENTINE’S 2027

Some trips are made for sharing, and Iceland in winter has something especially magical about it.

Imagine four nights together in Reykjavík, surrounded by snowy landscapes, crisp winter air and the possibility of standing beneath the Northern Lights as they move across the night sky. It is a Valentine’s escape that feels genuinely special, and one you are likely to remember long after you come home.

12 February 2027 | 4 nights | Fly from Dublin

✦ Return flights from Dublin
✦ 20kg checked baggage per person
✦ 4 nights at Fosshotel Baron
✦ Room Only
✦ Northern Lights tour included

From €799 per person
Based on 2 adults sharing

Deposit: €100 per person

There’s plenty of time to make the trip your own too. Spend your days exploring Reykjavík, or add a Golden Circle or Blue Lagoon experience for an extra taste of Iceland before heading out in search of the Northern Lights after dark.

Transfers are not included.

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Prices correct as of 10 September 2026 and subject to availability and change.

11/09/2026

LANZAROTE | NOVEMBER 2026

A relaxed week of winter sun in Playa Blanca, staying at the stylish 4★ MYND Yaiza.

11 November 2026 | 7 nights | Fly from Dublin

✦ Direct return Ryanair flights from Dublin
✦ 20kg checked baggage per person
✦ 7 nights at MYND Yaiza
✦ Superior Twin/Double Room
✦ Breakfast included each morning

From €849 per person
Based on 2 adults sharing

MYND Yaiza is a lovely choice if you want an easy-going Lanzarote break with plenty of space to relax. The hotel has a choice of pool areas, wellness facilities, a gym and bike facilities, while Playa Blanca gives you beaches, restaurants and plenty within easy reach.

Transfers aren’t included, but I can add airport transfers or car hire if you’d prefer everything arranged before you travel.

Full payment is required at the time of booking.

Book by 7 October 2026.

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Prices correct as of 10 September 2026 and subject to availability and change.

10/09/2026

FRENCH ALPS | EASTER 2027

A ski holiday with far less to organise.

28 March 2027 | 7 nights | Fly from Dublin

Stay at Club Med Serre Chevalier in the French Alps, where so much of the holiday is already taken care of before you arrive.

✦ Return flights from Dublin
✦ Return transfers
✦ 7 nights at Club Med Serre Chevalier
✦ All Inclusive dining and open bar
✦ Lift pass included
✦ Ski lessons included from age 4
✦ Kids’ Clubs from age 4
✦ Resort activities

From €2,771 per person
Based on 2 adults sharing

What I particularly like about Club Med for skiing is how much of the practical side is already sorted. Lift passes, lessons and dining are built into the stay, while families also have dedicated Kids’ Club spaces for different age groups.

Serre Chevalier sits at the gateway to the Écrins and Queyras natural parks, giving you a beautiful Alpine setting and plenty to enjoy back at the resort after a day on the slopes.

Other Dublin departures are available throughout the winter season, so if Easter doesn’t suit, I can look at the weeks that work best for you.

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Club Med Winter Sale ends 15 September 2026. Prices correct as of 10 September 2026 and subject to availability and change. Terms and conditions apply.

09/09/2026

A room that sleeps five isn’t always a room that works for five.

I have a family of five myself, so I know how much the practical details matter. Is there a separate bedroom? Is the fifth bed suitable for an older child? And where will everyone’s suitcases go?

These are the things I look at when planning a family holiday, beyond the hotel photographs and the words “family room”.

In my latest article on The Edit, I explain the accommodation options worth considering and what to check before you book.

If you’re planning a holiday for five or more, I hope it helps make the search a little clearer.

Read it here:

Planning a family holiday for five or more from Ireland? Michelle at Altura Travel shares how to find the right room, resort and total package.

08/09/2026

NASHVILLE | FEBRUARY 2027

Five nights in Music City, with live music, neon-lit evenings and plenty of time to experience Nashville beyond Broadway.

22 February 2027 | 5 nights | Fly from Dublin

Stay at Sports Illustrated Resorts Nashville on Music Row, a contemporary base for exploring the city.

✦ Return flights from Dublin
✦ Airport taxes and security charges
✦ 23kg checked baggage per person
✦ 5 nights at Sports Illustrated Resorts Nashville
✦ Room Only

4 sharing | €865pp
3 sharing | €925pp
2 sharing | €1,019pp

Deposit €150 per person

Nashville is one of those destinations where the city itself is the experience. From honky-tonks and legendary music venues to great food, neighbourhoods and nights out, there’s plenty here to fill five days without feeling rushed.

It’s a particularly good option for couples or friends looking for a US city break with a bit more personality.

If Nashville has been on your list, send me a message and I’ll send you the details.

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ESTA required for travel to the USA. Prices correct as of 7 September 2026 and subject to availability and change.

07/09/2026

ZANZIBAR | DECEMBER 2026

Seven nights of Indian Ocean sunshine at Matemwe Attitude, an adults-only retreat on Zanzibar’s north-east coast.

3 December 2026 | 7 nights | Fly from Dublin

✦ Return Etihad Airways flights from Dublin
✦ 23kg checked baggage per person
✦ Private return airport transfers in Zanzibar
✦ 7 nights at Matemwe Attitude
✦ Swim Up Villa
✦ Half Board

From €2,069 per person
Deposit €75 per person

Zanzibar combines beautiful beaches and warm Indian Ocean waters with a destination full of character, making it a lovely choice for winter sun that offers more than simply switching off by the pool.

At Matemwe Attitude, the setting is deliberately peaceful and intimate, with just 74 villas and an adults-only atmosphere. Your Swim Up Villa includes direct infinity-pool access, with the option to upgrade to All Inclusive for +€519pp.

And if seven nights isn’t quite enough, I can also look at extending your stay in Zanzibar or combining it with a safari in Kenya or Tanzania.

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Book by 30 September 2026. Local tax of US$5 per person per day is payable locally. Prices correct as of 7 September 2026 and subject to availability and change.

07/09/2026

Planning a holiday doesn’t have to start with a destination.

Sometimes you know exactly where you want to go. Sometimes you only know that you need a break, want somewhere that works well for the family, or have a bigger trip in mind and aren’t quite sure how to bring it together.

That’s where I come in.

When you book through Altura Travel, I look at the whole trip, not simply the first hotel or price that appears. Flights, location, room type, baggage, transfers and the little details that can make a real difference are all part of finding the right fit.

And if the first option isn’t quite right, I refine it with you. Different flights, another room type, a change of budget or a completely different direction. The holiday should feel right for you.

Once you book, I’m still here too. I’ll keep you informed, make sure you have what you need before you travel, and be your point of contact if you need help while you’re away.

You don’t need to have the whole trip figured out before getting in touch.

Sometimes a conversation is the best place to start.

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06/09/2026

VENICE IN OCTOBER

Three nights in one of Europe’s most distinctive cities from just €275 per person.

5 October 2026 | 3 nights | Fly from Dublin

✦ Return Aer Lingus flights from Dublin
✦ Airport taxes and security charges
✦ 10kg checked baggage
✦ 3 nights at 3★ Antico Moro, Mestre
✦ Room Only

From €275 per person
Based on 2 adults sharing.

For this price, I think this is a brilliant little autumn city break. Antico Moro is in Mestre rather than on Venice island itself, giving you a more affordable base while you spend your days exploring Venice.

Full payment required. Transfers not included. Subject to availability and change.

If Venice has been on your list, send me a message and I’ll send you the details.

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05/09/2026

I came home from Dublin today with lots of new travel ideas and an even longer list of places I would love to experience for myself.

I spent the day at the InteleTravel Partner Networking Event in The Gresham, meeting some of the Irish teams behind Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises and Silversea, along with Visit Orlando, Club Med, Travel Department and Abercrombie & Kent.

We talked new ships, family holidays, escorted tours, luxury journeys and what’s coming next. It was a chance to look beyond the brochures, ask plenty of questions and hear about some really special travel experiences.

There is always more to discover in this industry, and I left feeling genuinely inspired by the possibilities I can share with my clients.

Now to put all those new ideas to good use.