IT’S BEEN A blisteringly cold start to 2025 and anybody living in Ireland would be forgiven for casting their gaze further afield and thinking about their next getaway.
If you already feel like trading in the frost and snow for the feel of sand beneath your toes, arrive in style by flying with Emirates. The award-winning airline flies to more than 140 destinations globally and connects to over 1,700 cities through its airline partners. So, wherever you want to go in 2025 and beyond, Emirates can get you there.
Onboard, you can expect comfortable cabins and hospitable crew, meaning you will land feeling refreshed and ready for adventure. Economy passengers can settle in to enjoy the acclaimed food and entertainment, with 6,500 titles across multiple entertainment channels. Premium Economy guests can recline further thanks to the extendable leg rests. If you’re strapped in for a really long journey, you could also avail of Business-Class — where passengers can snooze in lie-flat comfort and stretch their legs in the onboard lounge. With Emirates, the adventure truly starts as soon as you board the flight.
And if you’re flying via Dubai, be sure to make the most of your stopover too, as Emirates has made it easier than ever to explore Dubai either on the way to or back from your final destination.
So whether you’re looking for a hidden gem in the Indian Ocean, to visit friends and family in Australia, or relax on sparkling beaches in Africa, we’ve got some suggestions that are sure to light a fire under your wanderlust this spring.
Mauritius
It may be hard to believe if you’re looking out the window in Ireland right now, but there are parts of the world where it is currently summer. Mauritius is one such place and its sunny season lasts until April, making it the perfect getaway if you want to experience some glorious heat in the first few months of the year.
Luxurious hotels, pristine beaches, golf courses and creole cuisine make Mauritius a unique and beautiful place to visit, and Emirates can take you there directly from Dublin.
Thailand
Speaking of perfect places to visit over the next few months, Thailand is best experienced before the end of February. If you’re feeling the urge to book yourself some annual leave and hit the beaches of Phuket, Krabi, and Koh Samui, now is the time to do it. The beaches are relatively less busy in February, so the start of the year really is the perfect time.
For the first half of the year, the weather sits just below 30 degrees Celsius, meaning you can laze about in the shade without worrying too much about overheating. You can soak up the sun in between travelling Thailand’s immaculate countryside en route to seeing some of the most Instagrammable sites in Asia, including Thailand’s most breathtaking temples.
Sri Lanka
If you’re thinking about visiting that part of the world, you should also take a moment to think about Sri Lanka — a true hidden gem just south of India. Whether camping on scenic mountains to watch the sunrise or witnessing the largest gathering of wild elephants in the world, Sri Lanka holds many experiences that simply can’t be found anywhere else. Much like Thailand, the best time to hit up Sri Lanka is before the end of March.
Famous for its unique cinnamon, a trip to Sri Lanka is a guaranteed way to experience activities, sights and cuisine that will set your getaway apart from anybody else’s this year. To find out more about Emirates flights from Ireland to Sri Lanka, visit here.
Australia
At this stage, very few Irish people need any introduction to Australia. You may never have been, but there’s a very solid chance that you either have friends or relatives you could visit down under. Emirates makes it possible to do that in style and luxury, as on board you can stretch out in comfort, savour gourmet meals, explore up to 6,500 titles on and enjoy our world-class service.
Few destinations are as versatile as Australia, boasting as a it does first-class cities with bustling nightlife and no shortage of things to keep you busy, while also being home to some of the world’s best beaches and most unique outdoor experiences. Whether swimming with unique marine life, getting a drink in Melbourne, or swimming in the sea, the best time to visit Australia this year is between March and May.
Singapore
While there are plenty of beach destinations to keep you going, maybe a city break is more your speed. If so, you need look no further than the spectacular city-state of Singapore. Whether you want to experience authentic street food or luxury five-star cuisine, the streets of Singapore are a cornucopia of choice. See botanic gardens, temples and parks while never straying too far from the majestic skyscrapers that light up the Singapore skyline at night.
Always evolving, Singapore boasts world heritage sites, luxurious malls, and an experience like nowhere else on earth. To find out more about Emirates flights from Ireland to Singapore, visit here.
To discover the full range of destinations and services available to you through Emirates, visit Emirates.com.
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