December 7, 2023
Tourism Ireland unveils new luxury proposition for the luxury travel industry at the International Luxury Travel Market in Cannes – Ireland where luxury comes naturally –
Twenty-six tourism businesses from the island of Ireland have joined Tourism Ireland in taking part in the annual International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) in Cannes this week. This will be the largest ever delegation of partners from Ireland to the event.
ILTM is an invitation-only event for the global luxury travel industry that brings together more than 1,800 influential luxury travel buyers and decision makers from approximately 95 countries to design unique luxury travel itineraries for the world’s affluent customers. get together. Luxurious travel editors and journalists from international publications will also be in attendance.
The four-day event, held at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, includes a bespoke program of one-on-one interviews and networking sessions, and is a great opportunity for Irish tourism operators to engage luxury travel buyers and journalists. .
Tourism Ireland has announced a new proposition for the international luxury travel industry: Luxury Comes Naturally in Ireland. Given that Ireland is a natural destination for luxury and splendor, our aim here is to enhance the ‘natural’ elements of a luxury holiday. Of course, our five-star products are great, but what really sets us apart from other luxury destinations is the natural beauty of our landscapes, our long-standing hospitality and genuine warmth. , and our unique stories and experiences. . Tourism Ireland’s message: Whether it’s relaxing in an outdoor spa pool by the lake, enjoying delicious oysters in Connemara or horseback riding on the beach at sunset, there’s no better place than the island of Ireland to rejuvenate nature. That means no. It fills the spirit and fills the heart.
Louise Finnegan, Acting Director of Central Marketing at Tourism Ireland said: “This year saw the largest ever participation of luxury tourism providers from Ireland at ILTM in Cannes. It’s a great opportunity to showcase the amazing luxury tourism on offer in Ireland, and let’s not forget our world-class golf and amazing culinary scene. Our one-on-one appointment format allows our partners in Ireland to attract new and You will be able to network and do business with established luxury travel buyers, ensuring that the island of Ireland will be ‘top of mind’ for buyers recommending destinations in 2024. to their customers.
“Tourism Ireland is delighted to announce a new proposition for the luxury travel industry, ‘Luxury comes naturally to Ireland.’ It is a place where luxury and splendor come naturally, with culture and a wealth of natural produce. Our message is that the island of Ireland is the perfect place for tourists to replenish, rejuvenate and replenish their spirits. That means there is.”
Island of Ireland tourism operators Natasha Johnston (standing, left), Siobhan Norton (standing, third from left), Olivia Frawley (seated, third from left) and Juliet Dillon pictured at ILTM in Cannes (standing right), all from Tourism Ireland.
Note to editors:
Companies from the Island of Ireland who will be joining Tourism Ireland at ILTM in Cannes are:
- adams & butler
- Adare Manor
- ashford castle
- Ballynahinch Castle Hotel
- Reservation required DMC
- Cashel Palace Hotel
- Crafted Ireland
- Culloden Estate and Spa
- dromoland castle
- Galgorm
- Collect DMC
- Hayfield Manor
- ireland blue book
- Killarney Hotel Collection
- Eske Lake Castle
- MHL Hotel Collection
- Moloney & Kelly
- Mount Juliet Estate
- original irish hotel
- Different world collection
- Paula Ward’s Ireland
- The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
- K club
- The Merchant Hotel
- Merion
- shellbourne