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THE close relationship between Australia and Ireland was reinforced even more strongly during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Tourism Ireland Acting CEO Siobhan McManamy.

Speaking to industry partners at a special event in Sydney yesterday, (see p1) she recounted how in mid-2020 “there were so many Irish mummies on the radio talking about their children who were in Australia and trying to get them home”.

“Or in some cases being quite happy they were staying where they were, because who wants 10 adults in one house for two years!” she added.

A neW computer-generated video showcasing a “flying hotel” concept powered by nuclear engines is attracting viral attention on the internet.

The futuristic Sky Cruise craft would essentially be a “floating world” able to stay aloft for decades thanks to nuclear fusion power, with guests able to visit by planes landing on a large deck.

The vessel (pictured), dubbed the ‘Flytanic’ was initially conceived by concept artist Tony Holmsten, and has been brought to life by animator and video maker Hashem Al-Ghaili see traveldaily.com.au/videos.