Tourism Ireland in Germany kicked off its 2026 programme of promotions at CMT holiday exhibition in Stuttgart this in January – joined by 11 tourism businesses from the island of Ireland. CMT is one of the biggest travel fairs in Germany, attracting around 300,000 visitors – or potential holidaymakers for Ireland – all looking for […]
Over seventy hotels from across the country gathered at the Irish Hotels Federation’s inaugural Quality Employer Awards, which took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone on Tuesday, 13th January. The awards recognise hotel teams that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to excellence in people development and HR best practices through their participation in the […]
Harvey’s Point Hotel has been crowned the Supreme Winner at the prestigious 2025 Gold Medal Hotel Awards. The Gold Medal Hotel Award winners were announced on the evening of January 27th during a spectacular, sold-out black-tie gala at The Galmont Hotel & Spa in Galway. Hosted by the wonderful Anton Savage, 700 in attendance, the night […]
The finalists for this year’s highly-anticipated 36th Gold Medal Hotel Awards have been announced. Now in their 36th year, the Gold Medal Hotel Awards are recognised as the leading independent awards programme for the Irish hospitality industry. After careful consideration and evaluation by the esteemed panel of judges, they have selected a group of outstanding organisations who […]
The Viking Hotel Waterford has officially been awarded 4 star classification by Fáilte Ireland. This distinction recognises the hotel’s continued development, its investment in quality enhancements and its ongoing commitment to providing an exceptional guest experience. The Viking Hotel has recently completed a significant transformation programme. This included the redesign of guest bedrooms, upgrades to […]
In March 2025, FBD Hotels & Resorts (FBDH&R) acquired the iconic Grand Hotel Malahide for €55 million from the Ryan Family, the owners since 1974. Located in the heart of the picturesque coastal village of Malahide and boasting stunning sea views, The Grand has been embedded in the fabric of the local community for the […]
Tourism Ireland hosted a special Belfast-themed, B2B event in The Hague this week, bringing together 20 leading Dutch travel professionals with four tourism companies from Belfast and celebrating the city’s vibrant culture and rich maritime heritage. The Dutch guests were invited to attend a ‘Titanic & Fashion – The Last Dance’ exhibition, which is currently […]
The Irish Hotels Federation has welcomed the publication of the Government’s five-year National Tourism Policy. The new policy sets out a clear and achievable ambition to enhance the economic and social contribution of Irish tourism as a critically important employer, supporting one in ten jobs nationally – including over 69,000 people employed directly by hotels […]
The team at Gleneagle is celebrating a proud moment after scooping six awards at the Irish Hotel Awards, held at The Johnstown Estate in County Meath. The hotel was named Overall Winner for Excellence in Customer Service, recognising Gleneagle’s continued focus on delivering an outstanding guest experience built on genuine care and professionalism. There was […]
Birr Castle Demesne has announced the appointment of John O’Grady MIHI as its new General Manager, effective immediately. A graduate of the prestigious Shannon College of Hotel Management, John O’Grady brings extensive experience from the hospitality industry, gained through leadership roles at several renowned properties in Ireland and internationally. His career includes notable positions at […]
