Aer Lingus has launched three new sun-filled European routes jetting off from Dublin Airport this summer.
The airline will begin flights to Olbia, on the Italian island of Sardinia, and the Greek island of Kos for the first time from May 2, followed by Brindisi, Italy on May 27.
These new summer destinations form three of the 53 European destinations taking off from Ireland as part of the Aer Lingus 2023 summer schedule.
Read More: Tánaiste Micheál Martin launches attack on 'The Ditch' ahead of Niall Collins' statement
Susanne Carberry, Chief Customer Officer with Aer Lingus said there is great excitement for the inaugural flights to the two new Italian destinations and another Greek island in May.
"As was the case last year we are seeing huge demand for sun travel this summer, particularly our Mediterranean destinations, with many planning their holiday that little bit earlier than before," she said.
Aer Lingus said the three new destinations are a few of the Mediterranean's many gems.
Olbia is located in Sardinia, an Italian island nestled in the Mediterranean with 300 days of sunshine a year, alabaster sands and aquamarine waters similar to the Caribbean. Sardinia is known for its cuisine, including fresh seafood, homemade pasta and traditional cheeses such as pecorino sardo specialties in the region.
Agritourism is also a growing trend in Sardinia, with many visitors opting to stay on a farm or vineyard and immerse themselves in the culture.
Brindisi, the second new destination, is a picturesque city in the Puglia region of Italy, known as a haven for authentic Italian cuisine.
The city has a variety of traditional dishes that are sourced and made locally and is famous for the flavourful ‘collina di Brindisi’, an extra virgin olive oil of the region.
The Greek island of Kos has the famous Lambi beach, one of the most popular beaches on the island, with white sand and crystal-clear Mediterranean water, while Paradise Beach, which is more remote, is considered to be the most beautiful.
The island has a variety of traditional Greek dishes to try too, Aer Lingus has said.
Following the announcement, Ms Carberry added: "Equally our largest ever transatlantic programme of 2.25 million seats is proving popular with those eager to travel further afield.
"We will also begin flying to Cleveland, Ohio in May (19) as part of the 16 North American destinations we will serve this year so there is lots of look forward to this summer."
READ NEXT:
- Stepfather of key Kinahan cartel lieutenant drove bus in US President Joe Biden's Irish visit cavalcade
- Wild Youth trying to 'stay positive' - after J.K. Rowling accuses the band of 'misogyny'
- Man who cleaned ‘house of horrors’ where Keane Mulready-Woods was murdered set to walk free in days
- Bank Holiday weather: Met Eireann forecast mainly 'scattered showers' before major turn next week
- Man City land huge title race blow with emphatic 4-1 win over Arsenal - 5 talking points
Get news updates direct to your inbox by signing up to our daily newsletter here
