Ring of Cork “ Adaption & Innovation” Tourism Seminar & AGM
November 28, 2022
Wednesday 7th December at 10.45am at SeaChurch, Ballycotton. Key note speakers; Pearse Flynn Ballycotton native and entrepreneur and Stephen Ryan Narration founder, MTU lecturer, 24 Stories podcast host. There will be lots of opportunities to network pre and post event. Come along at 10.45 am for coffee & tasty bites, in the stunning former church…
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Oriel House Hotel Awarded Irish Hotel of The Year 2019
The Oriel House Hotel has been awarded Irish Hotel of the Year 2019 and both Munster and Regional 4 Star Hotel of The Year at the The Irish Hotel Awards 2019. Congratulations to the whole team at the Oriel House for this brilliant achievement recognizing the hotel's high standard. Why not call in to the Oriel House Hotel for a bite to eat, a romantic overnight stay or maybe…
The 5 Star Castlemartyr Resort presented with Failte Ireland Award
Congratulations to the Castlemartyr Resort team for their achievement, which recognizes 12 months of training and hard work led by Operations Manager Barry Hennessey and Guest Relations Manager, Trevor Sheehan. New Offer: Summer Family Breaks at the 5 Star Castlemartyr Resort Enjoy Summer Family Breaks at the 5-Star Castlemartyr Resort, with 2 nights luxury accommodation, evening meal on one night and family pass to Fota…
Leahys Open Farm Sustainable Living Award
A huge congratulations is in order to Donal & Teresa Leahy of Leahy’s Open Farm, who were awarded the Talamh Sustainable Living Award at this years’ RDS Spring Awards ceremony in Dublin last Wednesday.
Fáilte Ireland Workshop: Selling to the US – Market Insights
Details regarding Fáilte Ireland's upcoming workshop 'Selling to the US: 'Market Insights and Lead Generation.' This workshop will be very relevant to many of our Ring Of Cork Members. Early booking with Fáilte Ireland is essential, see below. This workshop will take place as follows Venue: River Lee Hotel, Cork T12 X2AH Date: Thursday, 16 May 2019 Registration: Registration begins at 09:30 Time: Workshops runs…
Information Meeting for the Tourism and Adventure Industry
An information meeting was hosted recently by Ireland's Association for Adventure Tourism. The aim of this was to discuss possible solutions to the crippling cost of insurance in the adventure and tourism industries. This meeting was very relevant and beneficial to many of our Ring Of Cork members.
Dorothy’s Easter Trail at Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens
Join us for a breath of fresh air this Easter at Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens, one of Cork’s most idyllic locations, on Friday 19th and Sat 20th April. The magnificent Arboretum will be the setting for Dorothy’s Trail, which will bring the history and beauty of Fota alive for everyone. Amongst the trees and wildlife, follow the woodland path, leading you to your very…
Blas na hÉireann 2019 entries now open
It’s the 12th year of Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards, the largest blind-tasted food awards on the island of Ireland, designed to recognise and celebrate the very best Irish food and drink. Entries are now open to producers across all 44 categories with the early bird discounted rate for entries running until 30th April. Entries will finally close on June 15th. Winners are always the competition’s best…
New investment scheme to benefit up to 62 towns
Fáilte Ireland will invest €15.5million through the local authorities to boost the attractiveness and tourism appeal of up to 62 towns across the country. Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin T.D., made the announcement today at an event in Dublin where officials from all local authorities have gathered to be briefed on the new investment scheme. The Fáilte Ireland scheme is part…
2019 Saint Patrick’s Day Ring of Cork Parades
Here are some of the photos from the various Saint Patrick's Day parades in the Ring of Cork today. Share your Patrick's Day Parade photos with #ringofcork on Instagram or Facebook Ballincollig The town of Ballincollig celebrated their 10 year parade today. Carrigaline View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bri Loughnane (@briloughnane) on Mar 17, 2019 at 5:42am PDT Carrigtwohill…
