The first day of the new regulations on international travel has seen both an increase in the number of people passing through Dublin Airport and a change in the profile of passengers travelling.
More families were in evidence as some took advantage to get away for a break or travel for family reasons. Others were coming to Ireland to reconnect with a place they have come to love.
Shortly after 6am the Aer Lingus flight from Boston brought a couple from Maine who were back for their 19th trip to Ireland.
Professors Kim and Leon Raikes were on their way to Tullycross in Mayo. This was their first visit in two years and they said they were very excited to be returning to a place that now feels like home.