Market Report: Ireland

The tourism industry in Ireland is valued at over €9bn supporting one in ten jobs in the
country. The sector has seen significant growth over the last decade, with international
visitor numbers alone increasing by over 30% (from the previous peak in 2007) to over 10
million visitors in 2018. Ireland is a leading tourist destination, enriched with history and
culture and with continued improvements in infrastructure and access, the outlook for the
hospitality sector remains positive. This report, written by Naoise Cosgrove of Horwath HTL
Ireland, provides an insight into Ireland’s dynamic tourism and hospitality market.