Ireland Exhibitors at BOBI 2015

ABBEY HOTEL

Donegal Town, Co. Donegal, Ireland Shona Tinneny Sales Manager e: [email protected]

t: 00353 74 972 1014 w: www.abbeyhoteldonegal.com

One if the longest established 3 star superior hotels in the northwest, renowned for its unique centre of town setting with idyllic views of Donegal bay & excellent Market House Restaurant. Ideally located for Activity Breaks along the Wild Atlantic way.

ACTION TOURS

5 Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 8DW Linda Roberts Managing Director e: [email protected]

t: 01952 462 462

w: www.actiontours.co.uk

Action Tours has established itself as a leading specialist wholesaler for group travel to the UK, Ireland, the Isle of Man and Europe. Punching well above its weight in a very competitive industry, this Shropshire-based company now has 23 years experience in providing inventive and affordable tailor-made holidays for groups.

CAUSEWAY COAST & GLENS TOURISM

11 Lodge Road, Coleraine, Londonderry BT52 1LU Jason Powell e: [email protected] t: 028 7032 7720

w: www.causewaycoastandglens.com

The Causeway Coast and Glens is a region of unsurpassed natural beauty with an abundance of attractions including the Causeway Coastal Route rated as ‘One of Europe’s most scenic journeys, 3 areas of outstanding natural beauty and the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Giants Causeway. It is also a key location for the TV show Game of Thrones. The region is great for activity enthusiasts with great walks, excellent fishing and some of the best golf courses in Ireland, including Royal Portrush.

DESTINATION Church Street, Warrenpoint, Co Down BT34 3HN Tracey Mooney MOURNE & e: [email protected] t: 028 417 522 56 w: www.visitnewryandmourne.com RING OF The stunning Mourne Mountains and Ring of Gullion region in the south east of Northern Ireland reflects their status as GULLION Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With varied, stunning panoramas in a compact space, its a perfect destination for visitors looking for thrills or relaxation The area is within easy travelling distance of Belfast and Dublin. Enjoy the natural beauty and clean air of the great outdoors on land and water-the area  is a veritable open-air playground The mountains and beautiful beaches are just the beginning.

EXTREME IRELAND

Taylors Lane, Kilmainham, Dublin 8 Keith McDonnell e: [email protected]

t: 00353 1 410 0700

w: www.extremeireland.ie

We offer Day Tours to Ireland’s natural and historical wonders, Evening Tours as well as Custom Made Tours. We own a fleet of 25 coaches, ranging from 9 seater Mercedes Vito’s to a 63 seater Scania I6. Irish day Tours is Ireland’s only recognised European Service Excellence Awarded Tour company. In 2014 our company carried over 75.000 clients, over 30% of them been from North America. ‘Leave no trace’ policy: We try to encourage our clients to keep the sites they visit clean and well preserved. We provide a farm to fork approach so we can look after everything from the time your group arrives off the plane in Ireland and until they arrive back at the airport after their trip.

HOLIDAY IRELAND HOTELS

9A Lower Abbey Street, Dublin Brenda Byrne General Manager e: [email protected]

t: 00353 1 874 5488

w: www.holidayirelandhotels.com

Holiday Ireland is a unique combination of a well known hotel group and well established handling agent. Because of the hotel group section, we have of course developed excellent working relationships with a selection of hotels throughout Ireland and can offer you the client very competitive rates.

IRISH WHISKEY MUSEUM

IRISH NATIONAL STUD & GARDENS

119 Grafton Street, Dublin John Fair Sales & Marketing Manager e: [email protected] t: 00353 1 525 0970

w: www.irishwhiskeymuseum.ie

Celebrating the story of Irish Whiskey in a beautiful Gothic style building opposite Trinity College Dublin. Guided & interactive tours daily with whiskey tasting. Cafe, Whiskey Bar, Gift Shop, Group Tours, Private Hire & Evening Entertainment* (*subject to confirmed booking). Tully, County Kildare Eoghan Omara Walsh Marketing Communications e: [email protected] t: 00353 4552 1617

w: www.irishnationalstud.ie

Based in the heart of Kildare, and only 45 minutes from Dublin, the Irish National Stud & Gardens is a unique attraction of outstanding natural beauty which is home to magnificent horses and wonderful gardens. We offer a fabulous experience for your group or FIT clients and we have added extra tour times and a special dining area for tour operators. See a working stud farm, marvel at the horses, enjoy the Japanese Gardens, or experience the peace and tranquillity on offer at St Fiachra’s Garden. There truly is something for everyone including delicious home-made food and a warm welcome!

KILLARNEY HOTELS

Fossa, Killarney Eva Schmid Sales & Marketing Executive e: [email protected]

t: 00353 64 6671340 w: www.killarneyhotels.ie

Killarney Hotels is a luxury group of three properties in the South West of Ireland. The Europe Hotel & Resort 5 star, The Dunloe - 5 star and Ard na Sidhe Country House - 4 star. The hotels are set in the most breathtaking of locations in Co Kerry and offer spectacular scenery complemented by superb service and unrivalled facilities.

MBA & IRELANDS CHOICE

Unit 6, Monastery Road, Rochestown, Cork Shella Browne Director e: [email protected]

PREM GROUP HOTELS

12 Lr Hatch St, Dublin Mary Daly Business Development Manager e: [email protected]

t: 00353 21 484 2957 w: www.irelandschoice.com

MBA & Irelands Choice offer a wide range of 3 star and 4 star Hotels throughout Ireland. Specialising in Group tours, Hotels, Coaches, Itineraries, and special interest groups. We offer a Central reservations office with knowledgeable staff who can help with your group requests in Ireland. Family run business for over 25 years.

t: 00353 1 639 1115

w: www.premgroup.com

PREM Group is a fully owned Irish company who operate & also work with partner hotels across Ireland, UK, Belgium & France. Hotel locations are as follows: IRELAND: Dublin - Wicklow - Kildare - Kilkenny - Waterford - Mayo - Galway - Cork Donegal - Limerick - Tipperary - Wexford - Westmeath. Our hotels are predominantly 3 & 4 star properties in key locations, with bars, restaurants, conference facilities & coach parking & some with leisure centre & golf course. Bedrooms provide excellent in room amenities such as multi channel TV, safes, high speed internet access & power shower, to name but a few. Our hotels offer excellent standards at reasonable prices & are the perfect choice for tour series, ad hoc groups, incentive groups & FIT business. We provide a central reservations office for all group enquiries (contact email: [email protected] & tel. + 353 1 6391117)

SELECT HOTELS OF IRELAND

Shannon Buildings, Mallow Road, Cork Jim Maher Business Development e: [email protected]

t: 00353 21 439 1998 w:www.SelectHotels.ie

26 of Irelands finest, 4 star and superior 3 star, independently owned and managed hotels nationwide. From Dublin to Galway and West Cork to Belfast & Donegal we have a hotel to suit your clients. We look forward to helping you in every way we can, from checking availability, producing a suitable itinerary & of course ensuring a true Irish welcome.

SLIGO PARK HOTEL

Pearse Road , Sligo Bernadette Coffey e: [email protected]

t: 00353 71 919 0409 w: www.sligoparkhotels.com

4 star hotel 136 bedrooms, swimming pool and leisure club. AA Rosette Award. On the edge of Sligo town in Yeats country, ideal for touring the North West of Ireland on the Wild Atlantic Way. Midway between Galway and Donegal.  Welcomes groups, series, ad hocs, individuals, golf, culture, heritage, walking, adventure, sea sports, surfing. Free Wifi.

ST PATRICKS COUNTRY

53A Market Street, Downpatrick, Co. Down BT30 6LZ Niamh Lindsay Visitor Services Advisor e: [email protected] t: 028 4461 2233

w: www.visitstrangfordlough.gov.uk

It was in Armagh and Down that Saint Patrick began his mission in Ireland, established his first church and created Armagh as the spiritual centre of the island. Want to know more about Ireland’s Patron Saint? Then why not follow the Saint Patrick’s Trail, a 92 mile signed driving route connecting key sites which have a strong link with Saint Patrick’s Life, Legacy and Landscape. Many attractions are totally unique to the area, and whether you are interested in Christian and PreChristian heritage, or just the beauty of the coastal landscape and rolling countryside, your self guided tour could last from a few hours to many days.  

TIFCO HOTELS IRELAND

Northwood Court 31, Santry, Dublin Christoph Haustein Director Sales e: [email protected]

t: 00353 1 8628803

w: www.tifcohotels.ie

Tifco Hotel Group Ireland manages: Three Crowne Plaza Hotels: Dublin Northwood, Dublin Blanchardstown and Dundalk, Clontarf Castle Hotel Dublin, Athlone Springs Hotel, Hotel Killarney, Cork International Hotel, Johnstown House Hotel, Enfield, Clybaun Hotel Galway, Heritage Resort & Golf, Kildare, Lough Erne Golf Resort, Enniskillen.

TITANIC EXPERIENCE COBH

White Star Line Building, 20 Casement Square, Cobh Catherine Murphy Operations & Sales Manager e: [email protected] t: 00353 21 481 4412 w: www.titanicexperiencecobh.ie

Take a step back in time as we invite you to visit us at the original White Star Line Ticket Office in Cobh (formally known as Queenstown) and retrace the footsteps of the final 123 passengers who boarded Titanic here on April 12th 1912. Experience what life would have been like on board for these passengers and discover the facts surrounding the tragic sinking of Titanic. The tour is also available in French, German, Italian & Spanish.

Danby House, Ballyshannon, Donegal WHITE HOTEL Rosemary Tate GROUP OF e: [email protected] t: 01270 624 159 w: www.whitehotels.co.uk IRELAND Our leading hotel chain boasts excellent 3 star superior hotels covering the whole of Ireland. An expert team who can arrange your whole group our package. We offer unbeatable rates and a whole range of itineraries to suit any type of group. Visit our stand and have a chat with Rosemary.

COUNTY KILDARE FÁILTE

Aras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare Phil Donnelly e: [email protected]

KILASHEE HOUSE HOTEL

Kilcullen Road, Naas, Co. Kildare Orla McCabe e: [email protected]

t: 00353 45 898888 w: www.intokildare.ie

County Kildare Failte is the offical Tourism Body for Kildare. On Dublin`s doorstep and situated adjacent to Wicklow, Kildare is steeped in heritage and natural beauty. Whether you prefer land or water, rich authentic heritage or outdoor activites like horse racing, golf and walking trails - Kildare has it all. For the discerning shopper Kildare has an abundance of high end boutiques and internationally renowned locations such as the Kildare Chic Shopping Outlet. Indeed the County is dotted with a wealth of flagship attrations including the Newbridge Silverware Museum of Style Icons, the K Club, Carton House the Curragh Racecourse, Mondello Racecourse, Castletown House, The Irish National Stud & Gardens, and many more.

t: 00353 45 879277

w: www.killasheehouse.com

Killashee House Hotel is set amidst over 280 acres of historic & intriguing gardens, walk ways & parkland, with magnificent views over the Kildare countryside. A hotel that is timeless, natural & elegant where we understand space, fun & food. From family time to fun time, meetings to events and the gym to the spa, Killashee is the ideal place to relax & unwind. From the Kildare hotel’s beautifully appointed guestrooms to the indulgent services available, Killashee offers you the highest standards of comfort, service & cuisine. Offering 4 star luxury, Killashee House Hotel in Kildare is ideally located just 30kms from Dublin City Centre, 2kms outside Naas Town, and only 40mins from Dublin Airport.

2015 sees the greatest single initiative ever undertaken around Irish Design. Ambitious, wide-reaching and innovative, Irish Design 2015 (ID2015) is a year-long programme exploring, promoting and celebrating Irish Design in just about every form. Contact: Irish Design 2015 T +353 86 838 1753 Aileesh Carew St Andrews, E [email protected]. Tourism Advisor Suffolk St, W www.irishdesign2015.ie Dublin 2, Ireland

www.yeats2015.com

Yeats2015 will celebrate and commemorate the life, work, influence and achievements of W.B. Yeats. Through an engaging, celebratory and cultural programme, it will showcase Ireland as a dynamic, inspiring and creative place. ¶ It will be a year-long national and international celebration of the life and works of the Nobel Prize winning poet William Butler Yeats. It will mark 150 years since his birth on June 13th 1865. The year-long celebrations will be rooted in Sligo - Yeats’ ‘spiritual home’ and connect with every county across Ireland. ¶ The celebrations will draw people to Ireland to begin to understand what inspired him and to share that experience. It is intended that institutions and organisations from around Ireland and the world will partner with Yeats 2015 to celebrate this important event.

WHO’S WHO IN THE TRADE & INDUSTRY TEAM

OFFICE ADDRESSES

Judith Cassidy Trade & Industry Manager E [email protected] T 020 7518 0819

LONDON OFFICE

Debbie Moran Trade & Industry Executive E [email protected] T 020 7518 0812 Elaine Murray Trade & Industry Executive E [email protected] T 0141 572 0912 Joseph Cruise Industry Activation Assistant E [email protected] T 020 7518 0815 Linda Duncan Industry Activation Assistant E [email protected] T 0141 572 0914 Caroline Mulligan Industry Activation Assistant E [email protected] T 0141 572 0911

Tourism Ireland Nations House 103 Wigmore Street LONDON W1U 1QS T 020 7518 0800 F 020 7493 9065 GLASGOW OFFICE Tourism Ireland James Millar House 98 West George Street GLASGOW G2 1PJ T 0141 572 4030 F 0141 572 4033