Ireland’s exhibitors at WTM 2025: the COMPLETE guide

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Christopher Brooke, chair of Tourism Ireland, Alice Mansergh CEO of Tourism ireland, Minister Keeva Archibold, Minister Peter Burke and Karen Sugrue Hennessy vice chair of Tourism Ireland at the Ireland stand at WTM in London
Christopher Brooke, chair of Tourism Ireland, Alice Mansergh CEO of Tourism ireland, Minister Keeva Archibold, Minister Peter Burke and Karen Sugrue Hennessy vice chair of Tourism Ireland at the Ireland stand at WTM in London

Eighty Irish enterprises joined Tourism ireland in seeking international distribution opportunities at World Travel Market in London.

60 Travel Design

  • Dublin-based B2B destination management company crafts creative itineraries for leisure groups, special interest tours and FIT clients across the island of Ireland.  
  • Co-founded by German tourism experts Lars and partner with 17 years in leading DMCs, focusing on personal service and attention to detail.  
  • Offers group programmes blending adventure, culture and relaxation with like-minded travellers.  
  • Member of Sustainable Tourism Network, prioritising eco-friendly and authentic Irish experiences.  

Abbey Group

  • Owner-managed collection of travel companies in Dublin, Edinburgh and London since 1978, specialising in B2B sales of Ireland and UK destinations.  
  • Abbey Ireland & UK operates as award-winning DMC with offices in Dublin and Edinburgh, delivering group, individual, incentive and conference services.  
  • Moloney & Kelly handles luxury travel; Abbey Conference & Events manages corporate meetings across venues.  
  • Provides multilingual teams for creative itineraries, escorted coach tours and themed experiences.  

AC Travel Group

  • Drogheda-headquartered award-winning DMC with offices in Ireland, UK and Paris, delivering bespoke travel across UK, Ireland and France.  
  • Brands include AC Tours for ad hoc groups, AC Luxe for premium experiences and French Travel Partners for inbound France.  
  • Handles leisure groups, incentives, MICE and VIP services with luxury hotels and seamless logistics.  
  • Online booking portal offers independent travellers access to hotels, transfers and attractions.  

Aer Lingus                                                                 

  • Ireland’s flag carrier operates from Dublin, Cork and Shannon hubs with extensive European and transatlantic network.  
  • Launching Dublin-Nashville four times weekly from April 2025 using fuel-efficient A321XLR aircraft.  
  • Increasing Dublin-Cleveland frequencies for summer 2025, transitioning to year-round by 2026.  
  • Partners with British Airways and Iberia under IAG for seamless connections and Avios rewards. 

Andras Hotels

  • Belfast-based family-owned group operates Northern Ireland’s largest portfolio with 1,000+ rooms across nine hotels and apartments.  
  • Brands include Holiday Inn, Ibis, Hampton by Hilton and Crowne Plaza in Belfast, plus properties in Coleraine and Portrush.  
  • Offers modern bedrooms, spas, conference facilities and on-site dining with Green Tourism certification.  
  • Recent acquisitions include Premier Inn Coleraine rebranded as Ibis Riverside.  
  • Showcasing Belfast city breaks and coastal escapes at WTM London 2025.

Ashling Hotel Dublin

  • Four-star 226-room hotel overlooks River Liffey, adjacent to Heuston Station and Luas tram stop. 
  • Features air-conditioned bedrooms, Chesterfields Restaurant and Iveagh Bar with 24-hour room service.  
  • Designed autism-friendly sensory room in partnership with AsIAm charity.  
  • Own multi-storey car park and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.  
  • Promoting proximity to Dublin Zoo, Jameson Distillery and National Museum at WTM London 2025.

ATS Travel Causeway Coastal Route

  • Specialises in guided experiences along Northern Ireland’s 120-mile Causeway Coastal Route from Belfast to Derry.  
  • Offers day trips to Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Bushmills Distillery.  
  • Private and small-group tours include Dark Hedges and Game of Thrones filming locations. 
  • Custom itineraries with expert local drivers showcasing glens, castles and hidden beaches. 

Carroll’s Tours

  • Family-run inbound operator with 20+ years creating tailor-made self-drive, guided and group tours island-wide.  
  • Specialises in sports tours, incentives, whiskey trails and off-the-beaten-track adventures. 
  • Offers chauffeur-driven multi-day programmes, walking tours and panoramic city sightseeing. 
  • Member of ETOA and Skål International with one-stop shop for accommodation and activities. 

Choice Hotel Group

  • Irish-owned operator manages five distinctive properties in Dublin, Galway and Clare.  
  • Portfolio includes Victorian Hardiman Galway, boutique House Hotel and seaside Shoreline Donabate.  
  • Exclusive Red Bean Roastery coffee brand served across all venues.  
  • Offers flexible group gift vouchers redeemable online at any hotel.  

Cróga Tours

  • Premium DMC named Cróga (Irish for brave) crafts immersive custom tours across Ireland and Scotland. 
  • Themes span history, sports, peace, faith, music and nature with decades of local expertise. 
  • Fleet of vehicles and network of guides deliver original itineraries beyond the expected. 
  • Offers inbound holidays, day trips and group coach travel from Belfast base.  

Cronin’s Coaches / Select Hotels & Experiences

  • Family-owned Cork group operates 50+ luxury coaches with Dublin depot for nationwide coverage.  
  • Partners major tour operators including Collette, Trafalgar and CIE for inbound groups. 
  • Select Experiences curates hotel breaks and gift vouchers across independent Irish properties. 
  • Runs Cork City Sightseeing, Mizen Head and Ring of Kerry day tours.  

Culture & Heritage Tours / Luxurious Ireland

  • DMC specialises in themed cultural and heritage vacations with private escorted tours for groups and individuals.  
  • Offers luxurious bespoke packages tracing ancestral roots with genealogy experts.  
  • Immersive itineraries blend ancient sites, peatlands and picturesque landscapes.  
  • Partners top hotels for exclusive access and multilingual guides.  

Game of Thrones Studio Tour

  • World’s only official studio tour at Linen Mill Studios, Banbridge, 30 minutes from Belfast. 
  • Explores original sets including Winterfell Great Hall and Dragonstone throne.  
  • Interactive exhibits reveal costumes, weapons, visual effects and prosthetics.  
  • New seasonal events: Beyond The Wall After Dark and First Light family hunt.  
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Dalata Hotel Group – Clayton and Maldron Hotels

  • Ireland’s largest hotel operator with 56 properties and 12,000+ rooms under Clayton and Maldron brands.  
  • Portfolio spans owned, leased and managed hotels in Ireland, UK, Germany and Netherlands. 
  • Clayton offers personal service; Maldron focuses on value and convenience.  
  • Exclusive Red Bean Roastery coffee and flexible meeting spaces across venues.  

Discover Limerick

  • Official destination marketing body manages King John’s Castle and Lough Gur Visitor Centre. 
  • Curates Discover Limerick Pass for discounted access to top attractions.  
  • Promotes medieval quarter, Milk Market food tours and Treaty City craft beer.  
  • Highlights riverside walks, Georgian architecture and vibrant cultural events. 

DoDublin Tours

  • Operates Dublin’s No.1 hop-on hop-off tour for 35 years with Fáilte Ireland-trained guides narrating city history.  
  • Offers day tours to Cliffs of Moher, Glendalough and Kilkenny plus direct Dublin Airport transfers.  
  • Provides bundled tickets for top attractions including Guinness Storehouse and EPIC Museum. 
  • Showcases 2026 packages at WTM London under Tourism Ireland pavilion for global operators. 
  • Fleet of open-top buses ensures panoramic views of Dublin landmarks year-round.

Doolin Ferry

  • Family-run since 1970 operates fastest ferries from Doolin Pier to Inis Oírr (15 minutes), Inis Meáin and Inis Mór.  
  • 90-minute Cliffs of Moher cruises include live commentary on seabirds and geology.  
  • Awarded Best Boat Tour in Ireland 2025 and Cruise Company of the Year 2024.  
  • Dog-friendly vessels with anti-seasickness design and onboard café.  
  • Promotes combined Aran Islands and cliff packages at WTM London 2025.

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

  • Fully digital museum in Dublin’s CHQ explores 1,500 years of Irish migration across 20 galleries.  
  • Voted Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction three years running (2019–2021).  
  • Partner Irish Family History Centre offers genealogy research on-site.  
  • Temporary Frontlines exhibit traces two centuries of Irish journalism worldwide. 

Excursions Ireland

  • Inbound operator crafts tailor-made day excursions from Dublin, Belfast and ports nationwide.  
  • Specialises in Giants Causeway, Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry routes for cruise passengers. 
  • Offers private luxury vehicles and multilingual guides for corporate or leisure groups.  
  • Partners cruise lines for seamless shore excursions in Cobh and Dublin.  

Experience Gaelic Games

  • Hands-on cultural sessions teach hurling, Gaelic football and handball at GAA clubs in Dublin, Cork and Belfast.  
  • 3-hour programmes blend history briefing with coached play for ages 8–72.  
  • Mobile unit brings games to hotels or events island-wide.  
  • Ideal for team-building, schools or tourist groups seeking authentic Ireland.  

Guinness Storehouse

  • Ireland’s No.1 visitor attraction welcomes 1.5 million annually to seven-floor St James’s Gate journey.  
  • Includes perfect pint masterclass, Gravity Bar panorama and STOUTie photo pint.  
  • New Roastery café serves exclusive Guinness coffee blends.  
  • Seasonal events feature Conor Pass bar and festive menus.  

Hastings Hotels

  • The north of Ireland’s premier collection owns seven luxury properties including Culloden Estate and Slieve Donard.  
  • Portfolio spans city-centre Europa Belfast to coastal Ballygally Castle.  
  • Green Tourism Gold properties offer spa, golf and Titanic-themed stays.  
  • Grand Central Observatory boasts highest bar in Ireland.  

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

  • One of the seven designated residences of England’s Royal Family in county Down with elegant State Rooms open April–September. 
  • 100 acres of gardens include restored Walled Garden and peaceful glens.  
  • Managed by Historic Royal Palaces with hourly guided castle tours.  
  • Hosts diplomatic events and summer concerts in grounds.  

Holiday Ireland Tours

  • 45-year-old incoming operator secures hotel blocks and ground services island-wide.  
  • Specialises in coach series, incentives and special-interest groups.  
  • Long-term partner of Shannon Heritage for medieval banquets.  
  • One-stop shop for accommodation, transport and attraction tickets.  

iNUA Hotel Collection

  • Largest regional hotel group owns nine 4- and 5-star properties.
  • Portfolio includes Ariel house Ballsbridge, Fairways Dundalk, Gateway Dundalk, Hibernian Kilkenny, Hillgrove Monaghan, Muckross Park Killarney, Springfield Leixlip and Tullamore Court
  • It also manages four hotels: three Radisson Blu in Athlone, Cork, Sligo and Voco Belfast.
  • Caring For You programme drives environmental and community initiatives.  
  • Offers 1,000+ bedrooms with conference facilities up to 800 delegates.  

Irish Ferries

  • Operates four routes linking Ireland with Britain and France on cruise and fast ferries. 
  • Flagship Oscar Wilde offers Club Class and pet-friendly cabins.  
  • Ireland 25 promotion features €214 short breaks September 2025 onward.  
  • Duty-free day trips from Holyhead restarted post-Brexit.  

J&K Coaches

  • Mid-Ulster family firm runs 15–61-seat luxury coaches since 2005.  
  • Serves cruise ships, GAA clubs, Ulster Rugby and councils.  
  • Fleet covers Ireland, UK and Europe with wheelchair-accessible options.  
  • Partners Tourism NI for visitor transfers and day excursions.  

Killarney Jaunting Cars – Tangney Tours

  • 230-year-old Tangney family operates traditional pony-and-trap tours in Killarney National Park. 
  • Routes visit Ross Castle, Torc Waterfall and Muckross House with storytelling jarveys. 
  • Combines jaunts with lake cruises and whiskey tastings.  
  • 4th–6th generations welcome groups up to 200 daily.  
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Killary Fjord Boat Tours

  • 90-minute catamaran cruises sail Ireland’s only fjord from Nancy’s Point.  
  • Commentary covers geology, mussel farming and Connemara myths.  
  • Heated indoor saloon plus outdoor decks for 150 passengers.  
  • Wheelchair-friendly with café serving Galway Bay mussels.  

Kleemann Tours

  • German-founded DMC crafts tours for Ireland, Scotland and England since 1990.  
  • Aspects of Ireland MICE team handles incentives and conferences.  
  • Offers private guides, luxury coaches and themed itineraries.  
  • Specialises in German, French and English-speaking markets.  

Loughview Leisure Group

  • Family-owned group operates four hotels along Belfast Lough and Antrim coast.  
  • Portfolio includes Loughshore Hotel and Corr’s Corner with 200+ bedrooms.  
  • Offers wedding venues, conferences and self-catering lodges.  
  • Green Tourism certified with coastal activity packages.  

MBA Ireland’s Choice

  • Family-run DMC with 27 years crafting personalised group travel for families, golfers, conferences and special-interest visitors island-wide.  
  • Offers seamless itineraries blending boutique inns, luxury resorts and authentic experiences with professional multilingual service.  
  • Caters to leisure groups, incentives and corporate events with one-stop hotel and activity booking.  
  • Emphasises family values and attention to detail for memorable Irish journeys.

McConnell’s Distillery

  • Working distillery in historic Crumlin Road Gaol revives 1776 McConnell’s brand with triple-distilled malt and grain whiskies.  
  • Offers guided tours, tastings of award-winning expressions and cocktail masterclasses in all-day café and licensed bar.  
  • Shop stocks gifts and limited editions; over 30 global markets reached.  
  • Combines heritage storytelling with modern innovation for immersive Belfast experience.

McKeever Hotels

  • Family-owned group operates seven properties across counties Antrim, Armagh, Derry, Donegal and Fermanagh with focus on warm hospitality and local sourcing.  
  • Portfolio includes 68-room Corr’s Corner Hotel in Newtownabbey, Co.Antrim, 40-room Dunsilly Hotel in Antrim town, 41-room Adair Arms Hotel in Ballymena, 45-room Dillons Hotel in Donegal, 72-room Dunadry Hotel, 103-room Armagh City Hotel, and 56-room The Lodge Hotel in Coleraine.
  • Green Tourism accredited venues offer conferences, weddings and leisure stays. 
  • Emphasises community ties and eco-friendly practices island-wide.

MHL Hotel Collection

  • Curates Marriott-branded properties including playful Moxy Belfast and extended-stay Residence Inn Dublin.  
  • Moxy offers vibrant social spaces; AC provides sleek European style in city centres.  
  • Partners deliver Bonvoy rewards and sustainable operations across Ireland.  
  • Focuses on innovative design and guest connectivity for modern travellers.

Midleton Distillery Experience

  • Home to Jameson, Redbreast and Midleton Very Rare with immersive tours of industrial and garden distilleries.  
  • Features world’s largest pot still, live maturation warehouse and premium tastings. 
  • Renovated centre includes cocktail room, café and vault for rare whiskeys.  
  • Blends history, craft and innovation for multi-sensory visitor journey.

Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion

  • Showcases dramatic granite peaks, ring dyke geology and mythical Slieve Gullion landscapes. 
  • Offers scenic drives, family trails and Footsteps in the Forest autumn festival 
  • Highlights hiking, folklore and panoramic views.  

National Museums Northern Ireland

  • Manages four sites caring for 1.4 million objects spanning art, history and natural sciences.  
  • Features Ulster Museum’s Troubles galleries and Folk Park’s living history demonstrations. 
  • Corporate strategy 2025–2030 focuses on identity, environment and innovation.  
  • Offers free access and changing exhibitions for diverse audiences.

Original Irish Hotels

  • Marketing cooperative unites 60+ independently owned hotels from castles to modern boutiques. 
  • Members offer personalised service, local cuisine and unique regional experiences. 
  • Provides gift vouchers and loyalty rewards redeemable across network.  
  • Emphasises genuine Irish welcome beyond chain brands.

Railtours Ireland First Class

  • Partners Irish Rail for hosted day and multi-day tours departing Dublin Heuston.  
  • Combines first-class train travel with luxury coach for Cliffs, Kerry and Causeway.  
  • Offers sustainable sightseeing with expert guides and central hotel pick-ups.  
  • Provides hassle-free exploration of Ireland’s highlights in one booking.

Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny

  • Immersive tour traces 300+ years of Smithwick’s brewing in medieval Kilkenny site.  
  • Features sensory stations, history holograms and perfect pint pouring.  
  • Ends with guided tasting of Red Ale, Pale Ale and seasonal brews.  
  • Blends heritage storytelling with fresh craft beer in heart of city.

Stena Line

  • Operates seven Irish Sea routes with cruise ferries and fast craft.  
  • Flagship vessels offer Stena Plus lounges, shops and family facilities.  
  • Partners rail for seamless UK–Ireland connections and duty-free savings.   
  • Provides frequent sailings from Belfast, Dublin and Rosslare year-round.

Tailor-Made Tours

  • Crafts fully customised private and group tours across island of Ireland.  
  • Specialises in ancestry, food, music and active itineraries with expert guides.  
  • Offers luxury vehicles and exclusive access for incentives and VIPs.  
  • Focuses on authentic, flexible journeys beyond standard routes.

Talbot Collection

  • Family-run, now a five-property collection spans Wexford, Carlow, Cork and Dublin.  
  • Offers modern bedrooms, spas and event spaces up to 500 delegates.  
  • Green-certified venues feature local sourcing and leisure facilities.  
  • Provides warm Irish hospitality with tailored guest experiences.
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Teeling Whiskey Distillery

  • Dublin’s first new distillery in 125 years produces handcrafted small-batch whiskeys. 
  • Tours include three-pot stills, maturation warehouse and guided tastings.  
  • Phoenix Bar serves signature cocktails with rooftop honey.  
  • Crowned World’s Best Visitor Attraction Team 2025 at World Whiskies Awards.  

Titanic Belfast

  • World-leading attraction recreates Titanic story across nine galleries in original Harland & Wolff building.  
  • Features slipways, SS Nomadic and recreated decks with AR experiences.  
  • Offers conferences for 1,000 and banquets overlooking historic docks.  
  • Draws 800,000 visitors annually to regenerated Titanic Quarter.

Tour Partner Group

  • Leading B2B DMC unites former Irish Welcome Tours, Hotels & More and Trans Nordic Tours for UK, Ireland, Nordics and Baltics.  
  • Designs group tours, FIT packages and MICE events from offices in Dublin, London, Edinburgh and Copenhagen.  
  • Horizons division crafts luxury incentives with exclusive Irish experiences.  
  • Focuses on authentic, sustainable itineraries blending heritage and adventure.

The Address Collective / McGettigan Hotel Group

  • Family-owned group manages nine hotels across Ireland and Middle East under The Address Collective brand.  
  • Portfolio includes The Address Connolly Dublin, Citywest and Cork with 480 rooms total.  
  • €16m investment launched 2020 for 4-star experiences blending local identity and excellence.  
  • ESG strategy drives sustainability across properties.  
  • Expanding via purchases, leases and joint ventures in Ireland and Europe.

The Clare Collection

  • Iconic bundle unites Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Cliffs of Moher, Craggaunowen and Knappogue Castle.  
  • Managed by Clare County Council with major investments for 2026 enhancements.  
  • Offers medieval banquets, prehistoric reconstructions and seabird cruises.  
  • Showcases County Clare’s history from Bronze Age through Norman to modern eras.

The Grace, Westport Estate

  • 129-room 5-star hotel opens February 2026 within historic 430-acre Westport Estate.  
  • Draws inspiration from Grace O’Malley and Grace Kelly for bold elegance.  
  • Features spa, fine dining and woodland ceremonies overlooking Carrowbeg River.  
  • Part of estate regeneration preserving habitats with local stonemasons.  

The Hawthorn by Galway Bay and The Connacht Hotel

  • Connacht Hospitality Group’s flagship 114-room 5-star opens spring 2026 at Galway Bay Golf. 
  • Overlooks Atlantic with live-fire Skylark restaurant and destination spa.  
  • Championship course by Christy O’Connor Jnr plus thermal suites.  
  • John Keating appointed GM with Scottish luxury credentials.  

Trinity Hotel Groups

  • PREM Group division connects 40 Irish hotels with global coach and group operators.  
  • Places tours from student hostels to luxury resorts via 20-year agent network.  
  • Handles accommodation, dining and itinerary logistics island-wide.  
  • Led by Mary Daly with offices at 11 Lower Hatch Street Dublin.  

Visit Cork

  • Official body promotes Cork city and county as Rebel gateway to Wild Atlantic Way.  
  • Curates Pure Cork passes for English Market, gaol and Blarney Castle.  
  • Highlights food trails, Titanic Cobh and seasonal jazz events.  
  • Partners cruise lines for shore excursions from Ringaskiddy.  

Visit Ards and North Down

  • Borough council showcases 115-mile coastline from Belfast Lough to Strangford.  
  • Features Mount Stewart gardens, Scrabo Tower and Blue Flag beaches.  
  • Promotes Christian Heritage Trail and Copeland Distillery tours.  
  • Family attractions include Exploris Aquarium and Pickie Funpark.  

Visit Armagh

  • Promotes dual St Patrick cathedrals and ancient Navan Fort.  
  • Highlights Armagh Observatory, planetarium and Georgian squares.  
  • Showcases orchard trails and Food Heartlands producers.  
  • Partners for Ring of Gullion and Halloween heritage events.  

Visit Belfast

  • Official body welcomes visitors to regenerated maritime city.  
  • Curates passes for Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Gaol and murals tours.  
  • Promotes Cathedral Quarter bars and seasonal festivals.  
  • Gateway to Causeway Coast with airport and cruise terminals.  

Visit Causeway Coast and Glens 

  • Borough promotes UNESCO Giant’s Causeway and nine glens.  
  • Features rope bridge, Dark Hedges and Bushmills whiskey.  
  • Highlights Blue Flag beaches and championship golf links.  
  • Curates food trails and coastal hiking routes.                        

Visit Derry

  • Promotes Europe’s best-preserved walled city and Halloween capital.  
  • Curates Visit Derry Pass for museums, walls and Derry Girls set.  
  • Highlights Guildhall, Peace Bridge and craft village.  
  • Gateway to Donegal and Causeway Coastal Route.  

Visit Mid Ulster

  • Council showcases Sperrins, Davagh Dark Sky and Seamus Heaney centre.  
  • Promotes Hill of The O’Neill and ancient stone circles.  
  • Features Lough Neagh activities and Clogher Valley trails.  
  • Curates family adventures and stargazing packages.  

White’s & Associated Hotels

  • Family-owned since 1979 with owned and associated 3-star properties island-wide. 
  • Headquarters in Ballyshannon with Abbey and Central Donegal flagships.  
  • Partners for coach groups via extensive agent network.  
  • Offers value stays along Wild Atlantic Way and Ancient East.  

Gallery below from WTM 2025 including Irish exhibitors

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Gallery from Ambassador’s event at WTM 2025

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