Continental at Newark
 

I have just returned to Ireland from a two week holiday in chilly Florida (I never thought I would have to say that).
Returning home through Newark, myself and my wife were able to take advantage of an 'over-booked' situation, on the Shannon flight on two consecutive nights.
I fully appreciate that this is not a process approved of by everybody, however It suited us extremely well.
I just find myself wondering, if we were just fortunate to catch the end of the clearing up following the snow of the previous weekend, or whether this is a regular event on this route.
Any comments from the experts out there would be appreciated.
Regards to all

Roger

You'll likely get more responses on the CO forum, but my experience has generally been that the DUB/SNN routes are often overbooked. I am surprised that they didn't try routing you through CDG on the 10pm and then back up to Ireland on AF. That's what they did for me at this same time a year ago.

S.

Presidents' Day weekend
 

I believe what you experienced was as a result of the Presidents' Day weekend holiday. This is a very busy travel week. Most public schools are closed this week, and certainly have Monday off. Many families travel this week. The issue from the snow was resolved a week ago.