National Geographic Traveller UK April 2020

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f you haven’t been to Ireland for a while, you might be
surprised to learn what you’ve been missing. It’s a
destination — both Northern and Republic — that’s
su ered from stereotypes and misconceptions for
decades, yet is now embracing its future while at the same
time celebrating its history and heritage. From cra
spirits and murals to bands and design galleries, Ireland is
more multifaceted and intriguing than ever before.
A er more than a decade of record-breaking tourism
growth, the island of Ireland now receives well over 11
million visitors a year, with around 40% of these from
Great Britain. Not surprising, perhaps, given the
proximity. But, according to the fi gures, over a third of
those visiting in 2018 were doing so for the fi rst time. And
it’s the travellers venturing beyond Dublin — to the likes
of Belfast, Donegal, Kerry and Galway — who are driving
new experiences and attractions.
With Dublin’s new Museum of Literature Ireland
honouring the island’s storytellers; Galway’s status as
European Capital of Culture; and Game of Thrones
continuing to draw visitors to County Antrim and beyond,
Ireland is calling.

PAT RIDDELL, EDITOR

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• Travel Media Awards 2019: Young Writer of the Year • Travel Media Awards 2019: Specialist Travel
Writer of the Year • AITO Travel Writer of the Year 2019 • AITO Young Travel Writer of the Year 2019
• French Travel Media Awards 2019: Best Art & Culture Feature • BGTW Awards 2018: Best Travel
Writer • Travel Media Awards 2018: Consumer Writer of the Year • Visit USA Media Awards 2018: Best
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2017: Best Consumer Holiday Magazine • BGTW Awards 2017: Best Travel Writer • BGTW Awards
2016: Best Travel Writer • British Travel Awards 2015: Best Consumer Holiday Magazine

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