Tourism NI

The latest news, insights and intelligence from Tourism Northern Ireland. Follow @DiscoverNI for event information and short breaks.

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Ireland Home of Halloween programme 2026 has been launched. The initiative celebrates the island of Ireland’s role as the birthplace of Halloween through festivals & visitor experiences inspired by Samhain traditions.
Read more: https://t.co/qKjbE3bZOV

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Tourism NI wishes to congratulate Tullymurry House on receiving four-stars through its Quality Grading Scheme. The 18th century Georgian country house offers a luxurious rural escape close to Newry. Further information on the Scheme is available at https://t.co/ge1IU4fZUn

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An “impressive” glamping property in Co Down has been awarded five stars by Tourism NI's Quality Grading Scheme. Ballyburren Lodges near Ballynahinch were found to offer guests a “seamless” experience from arrival.
https://t.co/4owxYfGmo1

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Tourism NI has launched 14 new visitor experiences which highlight NI's strong historical connections with the US. From jewellery-making to an Ancestral Cottage Trail, the development of the experiences was funded by the USA-NI250 Scheme - https://t.co/7W52WP0YkY

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Congratulations to Cuan House in Strangford, Co Down on achieving 4 stars through Tourism NI’s Quality Grading Scheme. This modern self-catering property is in a superb location overlooking Strangford Lough. Further info about the Scheme - https://t.co/e4ogg0GSva

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Tourism NI was in London at the ETOA - European tourism association’s Shoulder & Off-Peak 2026 business-to-business event. Facilitated by Tourism Ireland, it allowed Tourism NI to connect with international buyers & shine a spotlight on exciting new seasonal tourism experiences.

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Congratulations to Creeghduff Lodge in Co Down on receiving four stars through Tourism NI’s Quality Grading Scheme. This family-run B&B situated in Clough provides a warm welcome and hospitality.
For further information on the scheme, please visit: https://t.co/GSrEdprUMH

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Tourism NI is delighted to have successfully achieved its bronze ‘Work Well Live Well’ accreditation. The free workplace health & wellbeing support programme is funded by the Public Health Agency and delivered by Northern Ireland Chest Heart And Stroke.

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The Marcus Portrush has been awarded four stars by Tourism NI's Quality Grading Scheme. It was found that every detail at the original Victorian property has been considered to honour its past, while embracing a bold new future.
Read more: https://t.co/7QyePufITB

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Congrats to The Boat Builder’s Yard, Portaferry on their three-star grading award through Tourism NI’s Quality Grading Scheme.  This charming, converted barn & boat yard is directly on the Strangford Lough shore. Further information on the scheme: https://t.co/GSrEdprUMH

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Tourism NI has unveiled a dynamic new programme of initiatives aimed at driving demand for tourism businesses ahead of the busy summer season. These include a Business Resilience Programme & a vibrant summer marketing campaign. https://t.co/NHTb3svlvh

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Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has welcomed a 13% increase in the support @NITouristBoard is providing to this year’s August @FeileBelfast.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/eHaYdP37ZZ

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Tourism NI travelled to Malaga recently to attend the 2026 IAGTO European Convention (IEC) alongside a number of NI industry partners. The event provided a valuable international platform to showcase the quality & diversity of NI's golf offering. #NIMadeForGolf

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Tourism NI attended IMEX Frankfurt alongside four industry partners. The event is one of the world’s leading global trade shows for the meetings, incentives, conferences & events (MICE) industry. Thanks to Tourism Ireland for providing an excellent platform for industry partners

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Tourism NI has launched a new `Unfleadhgettable’ marketing campaign aimed at inspiring visitors to turn their Fleadh trip this summer into a `Giant Adventure’ by extending their stay to explore beyond Belfast. Read more at https://t.co/zsrnSyFIiy

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Congratulations to Briarfield Farm Stays, Glenarm on their four-star award through Tourism NI's Quality Grading Scheme. The self-catering Uisce and Coillte Cabins are located on a family farm. For further information on the Quality Grading Scheme: https://t.co/GSrEdprUMH

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Tourism NI has described the latest NISRA figures, which show an increase in visitor numbers and spend, as “hugely encouraging”. The statistics show there were 5.1 million trips to NI in 2025 compared to 4.7 million in 2024 – a nine per cent increase - https://t.co/u4fE6RzdWQ

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Tourism NI was delighted to host a group of international media in Belfast recently to showcase the city ahead of the 2026 Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.
Read the full press release: https://t.co/nj1KuwiXoa

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Tourism NI was this week pleased to support the Association of Visitor Experiences & Attractions’ Spring Forum at the Armagh Observatory & Planetarium. AVEA represents around 140 visitor attractions & experiences Ireland-wide. https://t.co/12KkLYRzFj

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Tourism NI this week attended Ards and North Down Borough Council’s launch of its ‘Good Visitor Promise’. - a simple and positive guide that aims to help visitors enjoy everything the borough has to offer, while also caring for the places and communities that make it unique.