One of Cork’s most iconic and oldest pubs, Clancy’s, is raising the bar—literally and figuratively—as it enters an exciting new chapter in its remarkable 200-year history. Located in the heart of Princes Street, the popular venue is closing its doors this week as it undergoes a transformative refurbishment, backed by nearly €500,000 in investment and […]
At Mount Congreve Gardens, one of Ireland’s most captivating estates, a quiet transformation has been underway, one that pays tribute to heritage while embracing a new era of thoughtful, restorative travel. Set against the gentle hum of bees, amongst the blooms and the dappled shade of ancient trees, the estate’s last three remaining historic gate […]
Following the recent completion of an extensive phase of conservation works, Fota House & Gardens—one of Ireland’s most treasured historic estates—now offers an even more memorable visitor experience for the summer and autumn seasons A major programme of conservation and restoration has just been completed, to the value of €2.2m funded by the Department of Housing, […]
Tourism Ireland partnered with Ireland West Airport Knock to promote direct flights and ease of access from Milan Bergamo to Knock to key Italian travel professionals and journalists. Fourteen (14) Irish tourism companies – from hotels and distilleries to outdoor activities and heritage sites – connected with around 60 leading Italian tour operators, travel agents […]
The Sandymount Hotel, a beloved landmark in leafy Dublin 4, is celebrating 70 years of continuous family ownership and hospitality this May – longer than any other hotel property in Dublin . Originally opened in 1955 as a modest bed and breakfast, the hotel has since grown into one of the capital’s most respected four […]
Eleven tourism companies from the island of Ireland, together with three Canadian tour operators, joined Tourism Ireland in Canada for its 2025 ‘Senses of Ireland’ roadshow – visiting the cities of Victoria, Kelowna, Edmonton and Ottawa. During the week, the tourism companies from Ireland connected with over 200 Canadian travel professionals in the four cities, […]
Eoghan Murphy, General Manager of Cork International Hotel has been elected Chair of the Cork Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), which represents hotels and guesthouses across Cork City and County. Eoghan has a hotel career spanning over two decades, having previously held the positions of General Manager with TIFCO Hotel group, Director of Operations at […]
Commenting on the March CSO statistics for inbound tourism, Paul Gallagher, Chief Executive of the Irish Hotels Federation states that the published figures for overseas visitors continue to be out of kilter with industry data on the ground, including figures from hotels which are reporting a strong performance for room bookings year to date. “The latest industry […]
The Irish wedding industry recently celebrated the winners of the prestigious weddingsonline awards 2025 at a grand gala dinner. These awards recognise the finest wedding venues and services across Ireland, highlighting the exceptional quality and dedication within the industry. Winners on the night included: Lough Rynn Castle not only won the Hotel Venue of the […]
Ciara Faherty, from Castlecourt Hotel’s Sales & Marketing team, Westport Co. Mayo, has been named the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) National Employee of the Year. Now in its eight year, the award celebrates and recognises hotel team members who have made an outstanding contribution to their workplace. Michael Magner, President of the IHF presented Ms […]
