News - tourism
Over 2,000 bed nights used by domestic visitors in the Shannonside region last year
CSO figures for 2023 show a major increase in domestic tourism in Roscommon and Longford.
Mar 21, 2025 13:16
Calls for more tourist accommodation to be made available in Drumshanbo
Over 30,000 people have visited the Shed Distillery and Visitor Experience in Drumshanbo this year.
Jan 1, 2025 12:52
Campaign launched to attract more visitors to Roscommon over Christmas
Tourism Officer Lisa Joy says Roscommon has plenty of restaurants, pubs and speciality shops for visitors.
Dec 25, 2024 13:13
Longford man describes French bus crash that injured 10 Irish tourists
Tiernan Dolan was on the bus that was involved in the crash today near the Spanish border.
Sep 27, 2024 16:35
New plans identify need for more holiday beds in Carrick on Shannon
There are currently three hotels in Carrick - the Landmark, the Bush and Cryan's.
Aug 16, 2024 08:30
New holiday park to open in County Roscommon next month
Lynders Holiday Park will be situated along the River Shannon in Rooskey in the north of the county.
Jul 31, 2024 18:28
Funding announced for Leitrim walking trails
The initiative is designed to boost outdoor recreation and rural tourism.
Mar 4, 2024 11:40
Group says lack of taxis is having negative impact on tourism and hospitality sector
They are calling on the Government to acknowledge and address what they say is extreme shortage of taxis in cities, towns and rural areas.
Dec 11, 2023 13:03
Tarmonbarry to host special Halloween celebrations this Bank Holiday
Among the activities will be a real Witch Hunt, Donkey Racing, face-painting and face-pulling, a bouncy castle and many other traditional Halloween games and traditions.
Oct 22, 2023 12:07
Further public consultation needed for local waterway bylaws
Councillor McGloin believes the boating sector is a major cog in Leitrim's tourist offering.
Sep 7, 2023 19:06
Increased VAT rate could force shutdown of many businesses- Sligo Restaurateur
The reduced 9 percent rate for tourism, hospitality and some other services returned to 13.5 percent at midnight.
Sep 1, 2023 12:04
Regenerative tourism scheme for Shannonside counties launched today
Fáilte Ireland announced the €68 million fund as part of the EU Just Transition and Placemaking scheme.
Aug 29, 2023 13:41
Farm expansion will benefit rural tourism says local social media star
The well known Youtuber is also seeking to develop a museum for vintage machinery on the farm in Moydow.
Jun 9, 2023 14:07
Longford bike hire operator hopeful domestic tourism can bounce back
It's reported a lack of accommodation is impacting tourism providers across the country.
Jun 7, 2023 17:22Shannonside Newsletter
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