Data released by Bank of Ireland also showed a big increase in card transactions in pubs, restaurants and accommodation while airline spending also rose

Yearning for a luxurious grand manor staycation after being locked down for what seems like forever? We unearth some hidden gems around the country

Treat yourself to a foodie escape at one of these delicious destinations

Still unsure where to go to eat well this summer? Here are some of the best options and accommodation suggestions too

With trips abroad looking unlikely, holidaymakers are making reservations at home, even though it’s uncertain yet if hotels will be open

It’s been a pretty tough year for most of us, but what better way to blow the bleakness away than an opulent break in a top-class hotel. Best of all, you don’t have to get on a flight. We have the pick of the crop here at home