Tourism firms are reporting an increase in visitors compared to February half term last year.

The company, which started in 1981, says it will close at the end of May.

Andras House says it will spend additional money to refurbish the 90-bedroom property on Brunswick Street.

A group from Japan has been touring the region in hope of attracting more visitors in the future.

Hospitality leaders say there's opportunity for growth in 2025, but the government must be on board.

Aurigny says the Genoa route had 70% of seats booked in the first five days of it being on sale.

The levy would apply to hotels, hostels, guest houses, B&Bs and self-catering accommodation.

The hotel chain says the majority of customers now book online.