Sarah Slattery
Travel expert from thetravelexpert.ie, providing specialist advice on long-haul holiday destinations, flight options and package pricing, with expertise in booking and advising on luxury and value travel.
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Jan 5, 2026 • 11min
Travel Trends for 2026
Sarah Slattery, a travel expert and founder of TheTravelExpert.ie, shares her insights on emerging travel trends for Irish holidaymakers. She discusses the increasing trend of skipping July and August due to high costs and crowds. Luxe-scaping, a concept of enjoying luxury for a night while keeping a budget, is also explored. Sarah mentions the rise of 'Readaways,' driven by BookTok, and highlights exciting new routes, including direct flights to Cancun and regional airport connections to Europe. Albania's allure as a trendy destination completes the conversation.
Apr 13, 2026 • 9min
The Last Word On Travel: Long Haul Destinations That Avoid The Middle East
Sarah Slattery, travel expert at thetravelexpert.ie known for luxury and value booking advice. She discusses why travellers are avoiding Middle East stopovers and which Caribbean islands are rising in popularity. She highlights new direct services to Barbados, Mexico and Punta Cana. She also covers cruise alternatives and renewed interest in US and Canada routes.
