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Ireland's regional tourism strategy: A roadmap for sustainable tourism and economic growth in the Ancient East

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15 August 2024

Ireland's regional tourism strategy: A roadmap for sustainable tourism and economic growth in the Ancient East

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Fáilte Ireland’s 2023 strategy for the Ancient East aims to transform the region into a sustainable, heritage-rich destination, focusing on sustainable tourism, cultural preservation and destination management.

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Failte Ireland

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Geographical descriptors

Ireland

Organisation Type

Academic/Research and VET Institutions

Company with 250 or more employees

Consumer / tourist organisation

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

EU institutions

Financial Institutions and Investors

Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce

International Organisations

Local authorities

Media/Travel Journalist Organisations

National authorities

Networks and Federations / Confederations

NGOs / Non-profits

Regional authorities

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

Trade Unions

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Adventure tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

    • Cultural tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Education tourism

    • Festival tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

    • Health and medical tourism

    • MICE tourism

    • Mountain tourism

    • Religious tourism

    • Rural tourism

    • Sports tourism

    • Urban/city tourism

    • Wellness tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Governance of tourism destinations

    • Sustainable mobility

    • Tourism strategies

  • Business activities

    • Activities of amusement parks and theme parks

    • Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism

    • Air passenger transport

    • Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks

    • Events catering and other food services

    • Festivals, cultural and entertainment activities

    • Gardens and nature reserves activities

    • Holiday Housing / Apartments and other short stay accommodation

    • Hotel and similar accommodation

    • Mobile beverage services

    • Mobile food services

    • Museums

    • Operation of historical sites

    • Other

    • Other accommodation

    • Other amusement and recreation activities

    • Other food and beverage services

    • Other holiday reservation services

    • Other tourism transportation activities

    • Rail Passenger transport

    • Recreational and sport activities

    • Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)

    • Road passenger transport

    • Tour operator activities

    • Travel agency activities

    • Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport

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Ireland’s Ancient East Regional Tourism Development Strategy 2023 – 2027 outlines a comprehensive plan for advancing tourism in this historically rich region. The document begins with an executive summary and contextual overview, explaining the region's past achievements and strategic context. It details how Ireland’s Ancient East has evolved and forecasts future recovery and growth within the regional tourism sector.

The core of the strategy is found in Section 2, which articulates a vision for the region’s tourism future, identifies strategic challenges, and sets specific objectives. This vision includes fostering sustainable tourism practices and enhancing visitor experiences. Section 3 presents the strategic framework, encompassing various components such as sustainability, visitor and brand strategies, destination and product development, and industry growth. Each strategy is designed to address different facets of tourism development, from environmental protection to community engagement. The plan concludes with methods for measuring success and appendices for additional information. Overall, this strategy aims to position Ireland’s Ancient East as a premier sustainable tourism destination by 2027.

For an in-depth analysis and further insights, please visit the linked source on the left-hand side of the platform.

#Sustainable tourism #Cultural preservation #Smart destinations #Stakeholder engagement #Destination management

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