Aer Lingus, the flagship carrier of Ireland, launched a nonstop route from Indianapolis to Dublin and back on May 3, restoring transatlantic service.

Mer Yelberton, left, and Rose Breheny from Limerick, Ireland, discuss their experience on the inaugural flight from Dublin to the Indianapolis International Airport.

With the 2025 opening of the luxurious InterContinental Indianapolis hotel downtown, it's Indy's time to shine.