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Is the tourism industry facing a tough summer over the Middle East?

As the war in the Middle East pushes up fuel prices across the globe, concern is growing about th...

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16.18 2 Apr 2026


Is the tourism industry facing a tough summer over the Middle East?


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16.18 2 Apr 2026


As the war in the Middle East pushes up fuel prices across the globe, concern is growing about the potential impacts on the tourism industry here, should overseas visitors decide to stay at home. But, just what is the industry expecting? And are more staycations on the cards for this year?

Joining Shane to discuss is Eoghan O’Mara Walsh, CEO of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation and Nuala Mulqueeney, Managing Director of Aillwee Burren Experience.


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