Thursday, November 21, 2024
Tourism Ireland, in collaboration with Fáilte Ireland and Abbey Group’s Moloney & Kelly, is treating five top-tier luxury travel buyers from France to an exclusive exploration of Ireland’s finest offerings. This carefully crafted visit aims to highlight the country’s unrivaled charm, blending opulence with authentic Irish culture.
The program is tailored to provide these travel specialists with a firsthand experience of Ireland’s luxury landscape—spanning exquisite accommodations, bespoke cultural experiences, and captivating heritage sites. Every detail is designed to immerse the visitors in the true essence of Irish elegance.
By the end of their journey, these influential French buyers will not only understand but deeply appreciate the unique allure of Ireland as a luxury destination. With this enriched perspective, they will return home ready to inspire their clients to choose Ireland for their next upscale escape.
Ana Luis, Tourism Ireland’s Trade Partnership Manager France, said: “Tourism Ireland was delighted to invite this group of specialist luxury travel buyers to visit Ireland, to experience at first-hand some of our luxury tourism offering, including our boutique hotels and high-end resorts. Seeing is believing – and our aim is that when they return home, they will be even more enthusiastic about the destination, helping to secure a greater share of their business for Ireland in 2025 and beyond.”
During their visit, the luxury buyers will conduct site visits at Ireland’s premier luxury hotels, including Glasson Lakehouse, Gregans Castle Hotel, Dromoland Castle, Butler House, Mount Juliet Estate, The Merrion Hotel, The Alex Hotel, and The Chancery Hotel.
Beyond the exceptional accommodations, their dynamic itinerary features a tour of the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, a private music session at Doolin Music House, and an exclusive falconry experience at Dromoland Castle. Highlights also include a guided exploration of Kilkenny Castle, a hands-on Irish soda bread-making class at Ballyknocken Cookery School, House & Farm, and a gourmet food and whiskey experience at the renowned Powerscourt Distillery.
