To capitalise on the current buoyant ferry travel market, Irish Ferries has launched its best-ever offers with substantial savings for couples and families travelling by car to Ireland during the period 18 May – 30 September.

For a couple, the new lead-in motorist price for a one-way, midweek cruise ferry crossing from either Holyhead to Dublin or Pembroke to Rosslare is £79, with children now travelling free.

To qualify for the savings, bookings must be made by 21 May.

Said Declan Mescall, head of passenger sales: “We are determined to further confirm our position as the ‘Low Fares Ferry Company!’ and this special offer makes Irish Ferries the best-value option for crossing the Irish Sea this summer.

“But holidaymakers should remember that low fares doesn’t mean cheap and nasty. We operate the most modern fleet on the Irish Sea routes and are continually striving to make sure that our customers’ experience is one that they’ll want to repeat and which adds to the overall enjoyment of their holiday.

Bookings can be made on-line or by telephone to 08705 17 17 17.