Careers in Tourism & Hospitality Sector Profile

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Ireland is famous for its incredible tourism experience, and the tourism industry is critically important to every region in the country.

While Covid-19 has impacted the industry across the world, tourism always bounces back stronger from crisis and the demand to explore and discover has never been so great.

It’s an exciting time to start your tourism career.

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Food & Drink
Our world class food and drink industry is central to tourism in Ireland and provides thousands of job opportunities. From cool cafés and food trucks to famous pubs and Michelin-starred restaurants, there is something for everyone – and lots of career potential.
Places to Stay
Tourists in Ireland spend nearly a third of their budget on accommodation and the sector is constantly evolving. From a scenic glamping experience to a 5-star weekend stay in the city centre, the options in Ireland are some of the best in the world, with an incredible workforce that makes it happen.
Experiences
Ireland is home to some of the world’s best waves for surfing, the most stunning scenery for walking and trekking and some of Europe’s oldest landmarks. Our thousands of tourist attractions and world-famous cultural heritage mean that career options are varied and very exciting.
Planning and Exploring
The tour guide & travel sector helps tourists get to where they want to go and ensures that they enjoy their destination. This includes helping them plan a trip and getting the most out of their holiday when they arrive.
Live Events
From the Ryder Cup to St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Business Tourism and Events Management is a multi-million euro industry which ranges from major sporting, social, political and business events, as well as exciting music festivals or intimate weddings.
Attracting Tourists
Tour Agencies and Destination Management companies focus on attracting tourists to Ireland by showcasing the incredible assets our country has. This includes Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland in the public sector, as well as private businesses who create custom-made packages for groups.

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Food & Drink

Places to Stay

Experiences

Planning and Exploring

Live Events

Attracting Tourists

Career Opportunities with Irish

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Latest Careers News
Tourism - A Key Part of Ireland's Recovery

Break away from the ordinary.

View all sub-sectors

Explore all Tourism Sectors

Food & Drink

Places to Stay

Experiences

Planning and Exploring

Live Events

Attracting Tourists

Career Opportunities with Irish

Career Opportunities with a Foreign Language

Latest Careers News Tourism - A Key Part of Ireland's Recovery

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Tourism - A Key Part of Ireland's Recovery