With the almost universal lifting of Covid restrictions, many Irish people are starting to plan their first summer holiday in two years.
The usual tourist hotspots for Irish passengers are sure to be top of the list for many with the likes of Marbella, Barcelona, Lisbon and Faro all set to welcome us this summer.
There are still certain Covid-19 requirements that you have to abide by including using the Digital Covid Cert when flying abroad.
But what deals can Irish tourists expect when flying to the likes of Portugal and Spain this summer?
Here's how much flights to these hotspots will cost along with the prices of hotels.
Prices below were accurate at the time of publication, but are subject to change.
Barcelona
Flying from Dublin Airport to Barcelona in May, on an Aer Lingus can cost anything from €45 all the way up to €289 depending on the date you choose to fly.
Return flight prices start at €51.
If flying Ryanair, return flights start at €58, but it will cost you an extra €23.93 to be allowed a 10kg carry-on bag.
The most recommended hotels/hostels in Barcelona according to Booking.com include Vincci Bit which is 4km from the city centre.
The Yeah Barcelona hostel has a rating of 9.2 and costs just €100 for a four-night stay and is under 2km from the city centre.
Things to do in Barcelona include seeing Sagrada Familia aka Gaudi's cathedral which has a completion date of 2026 or the Nou Camp, home of FC Barcelona.
Marbella
Marbella isn't just a location the rich and famous can holiday in with plenty of reasonably priced hotels to stay in.
The nearest airport to Marbella is in Malaga with direct flights from Dublin Airport starting at €68 with Aer Lingus.
Ryanair offer flights to Malaga starting at €25 on a Sunday but again, it doesn't include any baggage allowance.
The top customer-rated hotel offerings on Booking.com include Villa Palma which is just 900 metres from the beach and Hotel Monarque El Rodeo which is just 250 metres from Marbella Beach.
Things to do include visiting Marbella Old Town and Costa Water Park or a Catamaran boat trip out in the sea is always a must.
Faro
Next up is Faro in Portugal, which includes the entire Algarve region.
Water sports are big business in the Algarve with numerous boat cruises, catamaran trips and speed boat tours through the Benagil caves, all on offer.
For more family-orientated fun, the likes of Albufeira: mini-golf and Lagos Zoo are a must-visit.
Flights from Dublin to Faro on Aer Lingus and Ryanair start at €52 and €50.99, respectively.
Accommodation options are in plentiful supply in Faro.
7 Styles Apartments by Raspberry Cascade is right in the heart of Faro city centre and is one of the top-rated hotels on Booking.com.
Hostels are also big business with the top customer-rated one with an 8.8 score, Tilia Hostel in the city centre.
