27 tourism companies from Ireland took part in Tourism Ireland virtual travel expo for Australia and New Zealand called "Ireland Virtual Travel Expo" on Tuesday September 7 and Wednesday September 8.
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The two-day B2B tourism event was organised by Tourism Ireland to allow the tourism companies from Ireland as well as four tour operators based in Australia and New Zealand to connect with more than 100 Australian and New Zealand travel agents and tour operators as well as influential travel journalists.
Via an online system, Tourism Ireland facilitated a series of one-to-one, pre-scheduled video appointments. The virtual event also includes a series of webinars, which highlighted Ireland's luxury, outdoor and soft adventure offerings, as well as opportunities for travel for small groups. Attendees were entertained by short videos showcasing Ireland's food, music and dance, and featuring celebrity chef Kevin Dundon, the Shamrock Tenors and Riverdance.
Although travel from Australia and New Zealand is not possible at present, the aim of "Ireland Virtual Travel Expo" was to promote Ireland to the travel advisors who took part in the online event to position the country well for when the time is right for Ireland to welcome their clients once again.
The virtual event also includes a series of webinars, which highlighted Ireland's luxury, outdoor and soft adventure offerings, as well as opportunities for travel for small groups. Attendees were entertained by short videos showcasing Ireland's food, music and dance, and featuring celebrity chef Kevin Dundon, the Shamrock Tenors and Riverdance.
Tourism Ireland Manager For Australia And New Zealand Statement
Tourism Ireland's manager for Australia and New Zealand, Sofia Hansson, stated, "Tourism Ireland is delighted that over 100 Australian and New Zealand travel advisors are taking the time to join us, and our partners from Ireland, for our 'Ireland Virtual Travel Expo'.
"Our message for the Australian and New Zealand travel advisors is that, when the time is right, we will have everything ready to welcome their clients back to our shores. We'll be assuring them that tourism companies across the island of Ireland have been implementing all the required new health and safety measures, but will still be ready to deliver a fantastic holiday experience for their clients."
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