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Thursday 29 October 2020
The four Wild Atlantic Way sites were provided the funding by Fáilte Ireland and the OPW.
Industry officials warn that the issue could damage the country’s long-term reputation with visitors.
Fáilte Ireland said that the development could have an impact on tourism along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Locations in Kerry, Cork, Clare and Donegal were picked for filming in the new Star Wars movie.
National Geographic’s Traveller magazine praised the capital’s “friendly, village vibe”.
Tourism chiefs say visitors need help navigating the capital’s public transport system.
While there has been a 3.8% boost in overall overseas visitors this year, there was a decline in tourist numbers last month.
Regions on the Ireland’s Ancient East trail are currently dominated by domestic visitors.
Regions on the Ireland’s Ancient East trail are currently dominated by domestic visitors.
Doneraile Wildlife Park in North Cork has been named as one of Ireland’s best free to visit attractions.
It’s one of a number of locations to receive funding thanks to Fáilte Ireland.
Fáilte Ireland is shutting down its T2 office in June, after closing its T1 tourist office last year.
The Skellig Islands saw a huge boost in global interest after they were featured in the reboot of Star Wars franchise.
Tomorrow, an overseas marketing campaign will be launched in Great Britain to market Dublin to our nearest neighbours.
A new survey shows four out of five hotels said that they had experienced increased profitability.
The home of the black stuff saw attendances rise by 18% in 2015, to just under 1.5 million.
From the Aircoaches to the chippers.
A group of 80 specially trained tourism workers are now ready to be let loose in Dublin.
A new report says supply is falling as demand is rising.
A series of VR videos of various aspects of the Way have been produced so you can experience the Irish west from your seat. And they’re very, very cool.
The Star Wars sequels have been using Skellig Michael as a filming location – and it looks like the association is set to bear fruit.
It was a record year for the tourist attraction as more than half of its visitors came from the UK and US.
Tourism in Ireland is worth over €7 billion for the first time ever.
St James’ Gate, Kilmainham Gaol and Christchurch are among the sites highlighted along a heritage walking trail.
Projects from 10 different counties were funded.
Did your area make the cut?
Fáilte Ireland has invited a consortium of journalists to see just how LGBT tourism-friendly Ireland has become.
A team of independent ‘secret shoppers’ have been stopping by these towns over the past few weeks.
… and a few other upgrades to attract tourists.
Ireland’s tourist figures are on the rise with the positive waves from the marriage referendum lifting all boats.
Google is lending its Google Trekker to Fáilte Ireland (nice of them…).
It’s a popular destination – does it live up to the hype?
Cork County Council are to redevelop Spike Island into a tourist attraction and venue.
Is your town here?
Figures from the CSO released today have shown a 11% increase in the number of overseas visits.
No surprises what comes out on top again…
There’s a new standard being set for off-beat accommodation.
A Louth TD was unhappy at the county being left off the map for ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’.
Tell us what’s on offer in the east and south of the country.
MEMBERS OF THE Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland (ASTI) yesterday voted to take industrial action unless the government addresses several issues related to Covid-19 in schools by 30 October.
The issues in question include the need for a comprehensive testing programme, rapid testing and turnaround times, along with resources for schools to ensure continuation of learning if schools are closed or people are self-isolating.
The ASTI president Ann Piggott said: “ASTI members are clearly stating that they want schools to remain open for students during this pandemic.”
She said teachers are “demanding that the government step up” and provide solutions to these issues.
So, today we want to know: Would you support teachers striking over Covid-19 safety concerns?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
The goalposts – and polling analysis – have shifted since 2016, Noel Rock writes.
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