Shannon Airport expects to handle more than 22,000 passengers this Bank Holiday Weekend, which will be the third annual bank holiday surrounding St Brigid’s Day.
The rising popularity of the extra Bank Holiday is evident, with this passenger forecast marking a 7% increase on the same period last year.
Destinations including Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Malaga, Tenerife and Alicante are proving popular for winter sunseekers, while Budapest, Edinburgh, London and Liverpool routes are highly sought after for a long weekend getaway.
Shannon Airport’s transatlantic daily flight to Boston is also expected to be busy during the upcoming bank holiday.
Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, said: “St. Brigid’s Day traditionally marks the beginning of spring, and we are excited to welcome passengers to Shannon Airport. This new holiday has quickly become a popular time for winter getaways and city breaks.”
“At Shannon Airport we pride ourselves in our ability to offer a seamless travel experience, and we are delighted to see more and more passengers from all over Ireland choosing Shannon for both leisure and business travel.
“Our US pre-clearance facilities save time for those traveling to the United States. Combined with our shorter queues, sensory room, our membership of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme, and age-friendly initiatives, we ensure that all of our passengers enjoy a relaxed and pleasant journey through our airport. Our dedicated staff are ready to provide the traditional Shannon Airport welcome, making each travel experience special. As the recipient of the Customer Experience award, we are committed to delivering an exceptional travel experience for all our passengers,” Ms. Considine added.
