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On this episode, we head overseas to the United Kingdom: Find out about whats happening in Northern Ireland with the growth in corporate and leisure tourism there, and learn about some exciting destinations on the Emerald Isle from Alison Metcalf, Vice President of Marketing US for Tourism Ireland, and ord and Lady Dunleath from Ballywalter Park!

Episode Segments

Whats New In Ireland?

Alison Metcalf, Vice President of Marketing US for Tourism Ireland joins the program, and talks about the growth of Northern Ireland Tourism over past 15 years, what new highlights are there, and the reasons for growth in tourism from the US.

Ballywalter Park

Lord and Lady Dunleath from Ballywalter Park join the program to talk about their ancestral home, how it is an immensely popular location for corporate retreats, and how they have driven corporate travel in the area around Belfast.

Irelands Five Signature Projects

Alison Metcalf discusses how Ireland is becoming more accessible through airlines like Continental and Aer Lingus, and the five signature projects in Northern Ireland, including the walled city of Derry and the Titanic Project, which are designed to bring tourism to the area.

Eating in Ireland

Lady Dunleath of Ballywalter Park discusses their wine cellar & describes some of the events at Ballywalter Park. Plus - The culinary delights that Ireland has to offer.

Friday • March 20

CST 9:11 | EST 10:11 | MST 8:11 | PST 7:11 | GMT 6:11

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