The annual Ireland Golf Convention 2024 got under way this month, at Druids Glen Hotel and Golf Resort, in Co. Wicklow.
The convention saw 60 international buyers from key golf markets meet with over 80 golf industry professionals – including destination management companies, tour operators, hotels, golf clubs, golf resorts and transport providers – from the island of Ireland, for one-to-one appointments and networking opportunities.
The event was hosted by Fáilte Ireland in conjunction with the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) from Tuesday 1 October until Thursday 3 October.
IAGTO’s 662 golf tour operator members are responsible for over 90% of golf vacation packages sold worldwide, and 330 of these feature, promote and sell golf holidays to Ireland.
‘Sets Ireland Apart’
“What sets Ireland apart internationally is the continued investment in upgrading and developing our golf product right across the country, which is reflected in our host venue for this conference,” said Martin Donnelly, business development manager for Fáilte Ireland.
“This important week will see 1,590 contracting appointments delivered between our international operator guests and Irish suppliers, each and every one of which is an opportunity for the Irish industry to convert a sale and drive more high-value golfing tourists to Ireland.”
At the conclusion of the convention, international buyers sampled the very best of what Dublin and Ireland’s Ancient East has to offer the international golf visitor.
“Ireland is already world renowned for its high-quality tourism product,” said Donnelly. “From championship links and parkland courses to numerous hidden gems, there is a course to suit golfers at every level, spread throughout Ireland.”
