New Aer Lingus Route to Dublin – Indianapolis

/in , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , /by

Aer Lingus is launching Europe’s first direct flights to Indianapolis, Indiana! Choose from four flights a week from Dublin, with fares from only €499 return. The new route commences on 3rd May 2025, just in time for summer.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Nestled in the Midwest, Indianapolis is famous for sports. In fact, it’s home to the world’s biggest single-day sporting event, the Indianapolis 500. As well as that, fans also flock to the city for the Brickyard 400 or to cheer on the NFL team the Indianapolis Colts or the NBA’s Indiana Pacers.

But a trip to Indianapolis isn’t just for sports fans. The littlest visitors love the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, the largest of its kind in the world, which boasts incredible exhibits on dinosaurs, space and much more. There are also fantastic galleries, an incredible foodie scene and plenty of outdoorsy adventures.

Click here for more information and to book with Aer Lingus.

New Guide and New Product for Great Lakes USA

/in , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , /by

Great Lakes USA (GLUSA) has launched its latest guide to the region, “Great Lakes Great Experiences.” Showcasing the breath-taking natural beauty, cultural tapestry and the opportunity for adventure across the states of Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, New York State, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Indiana, the guide contains essential information for travellers.

With 130 flights a week going into the region from the UK and Ireland, and a wealth of new product launching into the marketplace, 2024 is an outstanding year for GLUSA. New itineraries from Ocean Holidays, American Affair, Journeyscapes, Newmarket Holidays and Original Travel include individual fly drive holidays, motor coach and motor home escorted trips.

Ocean Holidays has a new twin-centre itinerary to the fascinating cities of Chicago and Detroit. Newmarket has launched a Music Cities of America tour, which includes Detroit and Chicago, which is a deep dive into the cities of the Great Lakes and celebrates the best of the country’s technological, cultural and natural marvels.

Journeyscapes features a Great Lakes Music Tour by Motorhome and American Affair has two new GLUSA itineraries. Original Travel has included GLUSA into its portfolio for the first time with tailor-made holidays incorporating cities, culture and wildlife.

For copies of the guide, please contact [email protected] or call Cellet Marketing and Public Relations Ltd on +44 1295 722816.

Kennedy Space Center Announces The Gantry

/in , , , , , , , /by

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has announced The Gantry at LC-39, an innovative, interactive experience that reimagines the historic Launch Complex 39 gantry, located amidst the most iconic launch pads in space exploration. Slated to open in early 2025, the attraction will showcase LC-39’s location within a national wildlife refuge, highlighting the ultimate blend of humankind’s significant achievements and the beauty of planet Earth.

Accessible via the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, The Gantry at LC-39, offers an unprecedented 360° view of Kennedy Space Center and active launch pads, as well as a range of immersive exhibits and experiences. Its central theme, Off Earth, For Earth, explores the vital relationship between technology and nature and underscores NASA’s ongoing mission to protect Earth through space exploration.

“The Gantry at LC-39 is an exciting next step in our mission to inspire and educate the next generation of explorers,” said Therrin Protze, Chief Operating Officer, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. “This new attraction brings the stories around NASA’s research to monitor our planet and innovative interactives to offer a deeper connection to the space program through a unique and dramatic lens. This attraction will excite and educate all ages.”

Key features of The Gantry at LC-39 will include:

  • Earth Information Center (EIC): A dynamic data hub featuring an immersive theater show, captivating hyperwall display, and an interactive exhibit gallery, providing a holistic view of how the planet is changing in ways that affect all life on Earth.
  • Rocket Build Interactive: Guests can design and virtually launch rockets, experiencing the thrill of space flight from a launch site within view of Kennedy Space Center’s working space ports.
  • Launch Viewing Area: A prime location to view real rocket launches, complete with a large LED screen that loops media content to enhance the experience.
  • Interactive Exhibits: Educational activities, including gamified experiences where visitors can explore Launch Complexes 39A, 39B, 41, 40, and 37, using binoculars and informational graphics.
  • Test Fire Simulation: A thrilling experience where guests of all ages can stand under an impressive, full-scale rocket engine as it simulates a static fire test, feeling the power and excitement of a rocket’s ignition. A roar of sound, light and cooling mist create a visceral thrill.
  • Shaded Courtyard with Animal Play Sculptures: Climbable sculptures of sea turtles, alligators, and an eagle nest, as well as interpretive graphics, tell the story of  Kennedy Space Center’s home within the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. In the center, an artifact from a retired Mobile Launch Platform connects guests to the historic launch pads nearby.
  • Outdoor Dining Area: A comfortable, shaded space for guests to relax and enjoy self-service dining adjacent to the Crawlerway as well as a Crawler-Transporter tread artifact.

Learn more about Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.