A price war that has erupted between Ryanair and Irish Rail could see an increase in Cork business tourism. Irish Rail is exploring the possibility of offering free tickets on the Cork - Dublin route, after Ryanair began offering its customers one-way flights from Cork to Dublin for €10, including taxes and charges. Irish Rail has already started offering commuters on the Galway - Dublin route free fares, only charging €2 for online booking
The company says it will consider introducing free fares on the Cork – Dublin route if the scheme proved successful.
The possibility of free fares to Cork could work wonders for Cork’s business tourism, which has been identified as having major potential for the Munster region. However, regional air travel subsidies may be one target for Government cutbacks in next month’s Budget
Programme Manager at Cork Marketing Partnership, Liz McAvoy said that the more options people have of coming to Cork, the more likely they are to come.
“We’re delighted to hear that Irish Rail are considering this initiative. The more competition there is the better. We need to get as much connectivity as possible. The customer needs choice. We all rely on it.
“This is very good news from a Cork perspective. Any promotion that entices people who may not usually be interested in coming to Cork to come is a good thing, whether it is by rail, air, ferry or road.”
Cork Convention Bureau has already taken steps to get more business tourism from abroad with a week-long drive in the UK.
The County Mayor, Jim Daly and Lord Mayor of Cork, Michael O’Connell are leading the week-long UK hunt for business tourism to Cork.
General Manager of Cork Convention Bureau, Evelyn O’Sullivan said that there are plenty of opportunities for Cork to benefit from business tourism.
“With over 55 direct access routes from the UK and Europe and the value and selection to be had in our regional venues, Cork is a very attractive proposition to UK and European buyers; we just need to communicate this directly to them, which is why this event is so important.”
Cork Convention Bureau’s Honorary Chairman, Seamus Heaney said he is happy that transport agencies are offering cheap Cork transportation.
“Anything that gives cheaper access routes to Cork will be hugely beneficial, whether it is air transport or rail transport.
“We hope that the people that are attracted to visit Cork with the cheaper fares will become regulars to the city and will enjoy the city as a clean, varied and friendly destination.”
Mr Heaney also said that the Cork Convention Bureau’s UK visit is going well so far.
“We have been getting very good feedback from the drive so far. I think we will see the benefits of this trip will be seen for years.
“We are very grateful to Cork County and City Councils as well. The fact that we can send our mayors to the UK for the week shows that Cork is serious about attracting business tourism.”
The company says it will consider introducing free fares on the Cork – Dublin route if the scheme proved successful.
The possibility of free fares to Cork could work wonders for Cork’s business tourism, which has been identified as having major potential for the Munster region. However, regional air travel subsidies may be one target for Government cutbacks in next month’s Budget
Programme Manager at Cork Marketing Partnership, Liz McAvoy said that the more options people have of coming to Cork, the more likely they are to come.
“We’re delighted to hear that Irish Rail are considering this initiative. The more competition there is the better. We need to get as much connectivity as possible. The customer needs choice. We all rely on it.
“This is very good news from a Cork perspective. Any promotion that entices people who may not usually be interested in coming to Cork to come is a good thing, whether it is by rail, air, ferry or road.”
Cork Convention Bureau has already taken steps to get more business tourism from abroad with a week-long drive in the UK.
The County Mayor, Jim Daly and Lord Mayor of Cork, Michael O’Connell are leading the week-long UK hunt for business tourism to Cork.
General Manager of Cork Convention Bureau, Evelyn O’Sullivan said that there are plenty of opportunities for Cork to benefit from business tourism.
“With over 55 direct access routes from the UK and Europe and the value and selection to be had in our regional venues, Cork is a very attractive proposition to UK and European buyers; we just need to communicate this directly to them, which is why this event is so important.”
Cork Convention Bureau’s Honorary Chairman, Seamus Heaney said he is happy that transport agencies are offering cheap Cork transportation.
“Anything that gives cheaper access routes to Cork will be hugely beneficial, whether it is air transport or rail transport.
“We hope that the people that are attracted to visit Cork with the cheaper fares will become regulars to the city and will enjoy the city as a clean, varied and friendly destination.”
Mr Heaney also said that the Cork Convention Bureau’s UK visit is going well so far.
“We have been getting very good feedback from the drive so far. I think we will see the benefits of this trip will be seen for years.
“We are very grateful to Cork County and City Councils as well. The fact that we can send our mayors to the UK for the week shows that Cork is serious about attracting business tourism.”
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