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The sector is in a really good place, with a few really great things coming down the line - Gary McDonald, Talking Tourism #NIHF #HE24

“We do not need to reinvent the wheel, there are lots of best practice” Brenda Morgan MBE, discussing regional balance and Talking Tourism #NIHF #HE24

“The main tourist value of the event lies in its ability to attract populations with high daily expenses and long stays” - Yannick Talking Tourism #NIHF #HE24

“Major events are also a platform to do the right thing in regard to social impact”- Yannick Talking Tourism. #NIHF #HE24

In her in first address as NIHF President Vicky Green affirms her beliefs in collaborations and partnerships in the industry. #NIHF #HE24

The Speaker Lunch with mark.simpson.01 interviewing Richie Murphy, @officialulsterrugby Head Coach, chatting about building your dream team, managing your team and finding love in a hotel. 💕 #NIHF #HE24 Sponsored by: McKees Bibendum @CocaColaHBCNI Henderson Foodservice

A busy evenjng ICC Belfast | International Convention Centre for #AIBBE24 with Bridgene McKeever Eddie Mc Keever - much excitement as the awards begin with Jo Scott in the driving seat! Slightly disappointed that she hasn’t braved the swing!

Delighted to see Eugene McKeever win that lifetime achievement awards at tonight’s #AIBBE24! Great to see an industry legend recognised!

The first of our housekeeping courses is underway in Voco Belfast this morning. Don’t forget, there are still a few places left on next week’s operations course. nihf.co.uk/housekeeping-t…

Great to be at launch of Economy NI 10 Year Tourism Vision & Action Plan with Conor Murphy. An exciting plan with an ambitious targets and a collaborative approach. Great to be part of the Tourism Partnership Board & looking forward to working to maximise our potential!

BREAKING NEWS VAT reduction planned by new government in ROI announce plans to reduce the VAT rate to 9% for food based hospitality as of January 2026. 11% below the rate in NI! with accommodation remaining at 13% - 7% lower than that for local hotels! rte.ie/news/ireland/2…

Exciting times Tourism Ireland marketing plan launch 2025 ICC Belfast | International Convention Centre with Economy NI and Conor Murphy outlining the sectors ambitions & the plan to double Tourism spend to over £2bn in the next decade. An opportunity for all with economic benefits to the entire region!

Great insights into the Irish hotel market with Crowe Ireland Weldon Mather nearly a billion € in hotel transactions in 2024, profit pressures and a 2025 ahead. Acquisitions in vogue & great to hear Dalata Hotel Group Deputy CEO, Shane Casserly about ambitious plans.

POWER TO CHANGE Today sees the launch of a new campaign, Power to Change. Police Service NI The Executive Office NI | Department of Justice - challenging attitudes & behaviours – calling on men to consider their responsibility and how their actions affect others - powertochange.info

NEW ECONOMY MINISTER ANNOUNCED Caoimhe Archibald has been appointed Economy NI minister in a Sinn Féin Executive reshuffle following Conor Murphy's resignation.  This includes the Tourism portfolio.

NIHF board members meeting with ⁦Cllr Micky Murray⁩ Lord Mayor of Belfast to discuss contribution of the hotels & tourism in ⁦Belfast City Council⁩ area. A significant economic contributor to the city which with support could add more to the city.

IHF Conference 2025 It’s great to be at the Irish Hotels Federation Conference at the Gleneagles Hotel & INEC. Lovely to catch up with old friends, meet new people and get excellent insights into the industry!

Don’t miss tomorrow’s Taste of Tourism Summit in the Culloden Estate &Spa Grab your ticket here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/taste-of-tou…

The Taste of Tourism Dinner with Tom Brown. Thanks to BunzlMclaughlin Coca-Cola HBC Drinksology Kirker Greer Invest NI Tourism Ireland Tourism NI Hastings Hotels

A morning of celebration Ulster University marking 50 years of their Business School with great discussions on skills led by John Campbell!