Stranded Irish tourists arrive in Andorra

The tour operator Panorama has said most of the Irish tourists stranded in heavy snow on the Pyrenees Mountains overnight have now arrived safely in Andorra.

The tour operator Panorama has said most of the Irish tourists stranded in heavy snow on the Pyrenees Mountains overnight have now arrived safely in Andorra.

Some of the holidaymakers are criticising the company's handling of the situation.

Shirley Barrie from Glanmire in Co Cork is one of the 45 passengers who were stuck in freezing temperatures for almost 24 hours.

She has said they have not yet been taken to their hotel and that passengers have only received a bottle of water and a sandwich each since arriving in Pas de la Casa.

more courts articles

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court
Defendant in Cobh murder case further remanded in custody Defendant in Cobh murder case further remanded in custody

More in this section

PSNI stock Man remains in critical condition following Co Down shooting
Brexit Bill to make it easier for Irish people to get British citizenship progresses
Co Tyrone shooting inquest Coroner ‘prevented’ from delivering ruling on UVF deaths by Government challenge
War_map
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited