A message from Tourism Ireland CEO Niall Gibbons
June 2020
A message of support from Tourism Ireland CEO Niall Gibbons. To access please click here
COVID-19 and travel to the island of Ireland
April 2020
COVID-19 and travel to the island of Ireland
In common with many countries around the world, there is number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus) on the island of Ireland and unprecedented efforts are underway to limit the spread of the virus. The authorities in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland are taking measures to protect public safety and limit the further spread of the virus.
You can get the most up-to-date information and guidance on COVID-19 in Northern Ireland at the official Public Health Agency Northern Ireland’s website.
The latest information and support about COVID-19 in the Republic of Ireland can be found on the Health Service Executive’s website.
If you are considering travelling to the island of Ireland, you should be aware that these measures are likely to have a significant impact on the availability of services and attractions throughout the island, and events of certain sizes, both indoors and outdoors, have been cancelled. While healthcare throughout the island is of a high standard, you can expect all systems to be under significant pressure until further notice.
CSO 2019 December Arrivals
February 2020
In December 2019, 779k overseas direct arrivals were welcomed to the Republic of Ireland, resulting in an increase of +5.5% (+41k volume) arrivals compared to December 2018.
• Great Britain has increased in arrivals by +7% accounting for an extra +20k arrivals over December 2018
• Mainland Europe also saw significant growth of +10% (+26k volume)
• North America arrivals saw a decline of -5% (-7k fewer) arrivals
• Other Areas arrivals grew by +5% (+2.4k volume)
Fill Your Heart with Ireland
April 2020
Tourism Ireland has produced a short film featuring a poem called ‘I will return’ to remind people that even though we are all house bound, the opportunity to travel will return and more importantly Ireland awaits them! Fill Your Heart with Ireland here. The video has been translated into French, German, Italian, Spanish, Arabic and Mandarin.
Industry Guidelines for Re-opening
June 2020
Fáilte Ireland, in collaboration with industry groups, has created a series of guidelines for re-opening tailored to the various sectors of the Irish tourism industry within the Republic of Ireland. The guidelines are designed to equip tourism and hospitality businesses with the necessary information and advice to enable them to re-open safely. The guidelines will be regularly updated in line with Government public health advice as and when this advice evolves. The Industry Guidelines for reopening can be accessed via the Fáilte Ireland site here and a PDF of the overview guidelines for re-opening can be accessed here.
Ireland West Airport Reports 2019 as best ever year!
January 2020
Ireland West Airport recorded it’s busiest year ever it was revealed with more than 800,000 passengers using the airport in 2019.
Passenger numbers climbed by almost 5% to a staggering 807,000 for the first time in the airport’s history, surpassing the previous record of 772,000 passengers in 2018.
2019 marks the fourth consecutive year of record passenger growth at the air travel hub.
Launch of Púca 2019
October 2019
The Púca Halloween festival kicked off today in Athboy, Drogheda and Trim Castle. It will run from the 31st October and to the 2nd November. Púca features a range of exciting events including interactive light shows, innovative storytelling performances, as well as a soundtrack that includes everything from chamber music to electronica, performed by talented musicians in venues around Drogheda and Trim.
Ireland to host Ryder Cup 2026
July 2019
To top off a great week for golf on the island of Ireland, Adare Manor has been announced as the host for the Ryder Cup in 2026. The five-star property is located in Co. Limerick, approximately 30 minutes from Shannon airport. The hotel has 104 guest rooms and offers a range of activities on site including falconry, archery and of course, golf.