Have you been binge-watching Derry Girls or changed Siri to an Irish accent to get your Ireland fix? Fear not; you can soon get Ireland inspiration, the latest news, and legit Irish hospitality at the Tourism Ireland roadshow! On a 4-city trade mission, ten tourism companies from Island of Ireland are coming to Australia and New Zealand this February. Register right here and maybe you’ll win a famil spot!
Whether you’re attending in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Auckland, you’ll learn about Ireland’s fabulous new developments at a guaranteed fun-filled evening event. If entertainment, networking, and a night filled with Irish charm aren’t enough, there are also prizes, including a spot on an exciting 2023 famil to Ireland!
A need-to-know basis (& you need to know!)
Besides the fact this is a whole evening dedicated to everything that makes Ireland so special, your attendance is needed to help every Australian and New Zealand traveller get their Irish fix, too.
Did you know that Australian travellers are Ireland’s 10th largest tourism market and sixth in value? In 2019, over 200,000 Aussies hit up the traditional, the fun, and the beautiful destinations and attractions across Ireland, and they need your help to get back!
Event details
Brisbane
Monday 13 February; 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Venue: Howard Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane
Sydney
Tuesday 14 February; 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Venue: 12 Micron, Tower 1, Level 2/100 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo
Melbourne
Thursday 16 February; 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Venue: The Arts Centre, 100 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne
Auckland
Monday 20 February; 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Venue: Sky City, Corner of Victoria and Federal St, Auckland
You can see all these dates on the new Karryon event calendar, btw!
Tourism Ireland: on a mission
Sofia Hansson, Manager of Tourism Ireland Australia and New Zealand, says: “We are excited to be able to host this series of events designed to connect our partners from Ireland with the valuable travel trade here in Australia and New Zealand.”
Sofia continues, “Our sales mission across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland provides an excellent platform to meet with, and educate, agents as well as kickstart our 2023 promotional efforts highlighting the many great things to see and do around the island of Ireland, as well as the warm Irish welcome and hospitality the destination is so well known for.”
If that isn’t exciting enough, here’s who is confirmed to join this B2b Tourism Ireland showcase:
| EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum – discover what it means to be Irish at a museum dedicated to Ireland‘s fascinating history |
| Griffin Group – learn more about these distinct family run leading hotels |
| Hastings Hotels – uncover why these six luxury properties are ideal for your clients (and a Game of Thrones connection!) |
| Killeavy Castle Estate – an hour from Dublin airport, this huge estate is a must to discover more about |
| MCT Irish Tours – for clients interested in luxury, locally led tours, pop by to visit the peeps from MCT Irish Tours |
| Original Irish Hotels – get an introduction to castles, manors, and unique properties that make up Original Irish Hotels |
| Park Hotel Kenmare – did you know this charming 5-star property dates to 1897? |
| Powerscourt Distillery – this immersive tour reveals the secrets to distilling the perfect whiskey |
| Titanic Belfast – learn more about this 6-floor immersive exhibit dedicated to the history of the Titanic |
| Visit Derry – find out why your clients need the impressive walled city of Derry on their Ireland itineraries |
Register here
To attend the event, simply register your interest at this link.
Click here to visit Tourism Ireland’s Travel Trade portal or connect via the trade facebook group here.
Remember, prizes are up for grabs including a spot on an exhilarating adventure to Ireland this year! Good luck.
