Ireland’s tourism figures are on the up as North Americans keep on coming

I just came back a few weeks ago,on a Heritage finding mission. I found who I was looking for. Now, Darn it, they gave me a bad e-mail address. I got hold of the Lodge where I had stayed, they said they'd help me. The people, of course, were always cordial, but I brought the Chicago rains with me, and when I got home, I brought the Irish rain...Great trip though. Beat the Queen and Obama thank gosh. Saw the Gards sniffing manholes in East Galway looking for armament.

As a regular & frequent visitor to Ireland I can attest that things there have actually IMPROVED for tourists since the demise of the Celtic Tiger. The cynicism and taking tourists for granted has pretty much disappeared and the famous Irish welcome has returned! Also, the developers have been stopped in their tracks before completely overtaking the country and turning it into one big strip mall! Go visit now - you will not regret it!

When we are out and about, we see the tour buses along the N85 heading for the Cliffs of Moher. There has definitely been an upswing so far this year- English, German, and Americans. The ares is certainly glad for the influx, keep it coming.

If I had the means to afford a trip, I would buy myself a one-way ticket. I think tourism is the best thing for Ireland. So many people leave, it seems a reprieve to have people flock in again. :)