Funding and financial supports for your tourism business
Find Fáilte Ireland funding, partner supports, state aid guidance and next steps for your business.
Business events and travel trade
Bring your international meetings and events to Ireland with our practical supports. Access funding and sales opportunities for the travel trade, or tap into destination subvention and the Conference Ambassador Programme for business events.
Resources to help you succeed
Events
Access trade shows, sales missions and networking opportunities to grow your business.
Conference Ambassador Programme
Get support to bid for and host international conferences in Ireland.
ResourceIreland's Content Pool
Access free images and videos to help promote your tourism business.
The right supports for your business
Get access to the practical tools you need and see how others have succeeded, whether you work in the travel trade or buy for business events.
- Business event buyerSecure funding and practical resources for your business events, including bid assistance and site inspections. Get the support you need to host international conferences, create opportunities for knowledge exchange, and drive lasting growth.
- Irish travel trade Grow your international tourism business by developing visitor experiences and itineraries for overseas markets. Access sales toolkits, attend networking events, and gain insights to connect with global buyers.
Business event supports and strategy
StrategyBusiness Events 2030 national strategy for Ireland
Ireland’s national strategy setting three ambitions for the business events sector to 2030.
July 202640 min read
Destination Subvention for International Business Events
Secure Fáilte Ireland support to bring international business events to Ireland.
ResourceBusiness events accessibility checklist
A comprehensive accessibility and inclusion checklist for business events.
37 min read
ResourceIreland's green toolkit for business events
Information and guidance for designing sustainable business events in Ireland.
18 min read
Real impact with proven results
Maximise the impact of your next event and leave a memorable legacy.
Case studyLifelong learning conference drives positive social change
See how EUCEN 2024 created a lasting social impact through education.
October 20263 min read
Case studyMedicinal plant research congress delivers lasting impact
A global research congress in Dublin showcased sustainability and collaboration.
October 20263 min read
ResourceAtlas International Tourism Conference
See how this Cork conference explored tourism, sustainability and global visitor needs.
January 2022
ResourceInternational social housing festival 2025
See how this festival provided an opportunity for Ireland to contribute to Housing Europe’s mission
January 2024
Resource15th International Newborn Brain Conference 2024
See how this Cork conference supported neonatal brain health and global collaboration.
January 2024
Case study7th Association of Geographical Societies in Europe Congress
See how this Galway congress embedded sustainability across planning and delivery.
January 2019
Resource10th EuroGOOS International Conference 2023
See how this Galway conference advanced ocean services, climate action and sustainability.
January 2023
Case study11th European Solid Mechanics Conference
See how this Galway conference supported research in health, energy and sustainability.
January 2022
Case study35th International Geographical Congress 2024
Read how this Dublin congress supported geography, public engagement and sustainability.
January 2024
Travel trade supports
Events
Access trade shows, sales missions and networking opportunities to grow your business.
ResourceSaleable experiences
Request access to view tourism businesses on the Trade Portal for tour operator programmes.
July 2026
Find Yourself on a Short Break campaign helps you to reach more visitors
See how you can utilise and connect your business to Ireland’s domestic short-break campaign.
Research and insights
Use Irish tourism research, visitor trends and market insights to make clearer decisions.
Climate Action Programme
Help your tourism business reduce emissions and build long-term resilience.
How can we help?
Sales events and courses
EventDACH Roadshow 2026 - Vienna, Linz and Munich
Present your offering across three cities in a talk and dine format.
9 November 2026 - 12 November 2026Vienna, Linz, Munich
EventDACH Roadshow 2026 - Stuttgart, Freiburg and Zürich
Meet travel trade across Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
20 October 2026 - 23 October 2026Stuttgart, Freiburg, Zürich, Germany, Switzerland
CourseSustainability messaging and storytelling
Build clear, compliant sustainability messages under new EU green claims rules.
11 November 2026Online
Connect with Fáilte Ireland for tailored advice
Whether you're a tour operator or business event planner, we'll match you with the right local experts and support you every step of the way.