Michael Flatley Speaks To Hospitality Ireland

In this week's edition, Michael Flatley is a household name not just in Ireland but globally. His shows have broken box office records all over the world. Riverdance became a cultural phenomenon after it stole the show at Eurovision in 1994, forever changing the way people viewed Irish dancing.

In 1998, Lord of the Dance set a record-breaking run of 21 consecutive shows at London’s Wembley Arena. It is a record that still stands to this day. By some estimates, Flatley's shows have played to more than 60 million people in 60 countries and have grossed more than $1 billion.

From his home in Monte Carlo, Michael Flatley spoke to Robert McHugh about how his father inspired him to launch his own whiskey, his approach to life and business, and his love for Irish hospitality.

“Nothing is impossible. Follow your dreams,” says Flatley.

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Sligo Park Hotel

Hospitality Ireland speaks to Gerard Moore, general manager of the Sligo Park Hotel, the top rated Sligo hotel on Tripadvisor as of this year.

Gerard Moore has been general manager of the Sligo Park Hotel for more than 22 years. The Dublin man is also a board member and director of the hotel

Moore discusses his 32 years at the establishment and how his time in New York shaped him.

"Sinead O’Connor’s ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ was in the charts, Ireland and its fans were making a name for themselves at Italia ’90 and the Americans loved us Irish!" says Moore.

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Ireland Golf Convention 2024

The annual Ireland Golf Convention 2024 got under way this month, at Druids Glen Hotel and Golf Resort, in Co. Wicklow.

The convention saw 60 international buyers from key golf markets meet with over 80 golf industry professionals. The event was hosted by Fáilte Ireland in conjunction with the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) from Tuesday 1 October until Thursday 3 October.

“From championship links and parkland courses to numerous hidden gems, there?is a course to suit golfers at every level, spread throughout Ireland,” said Martin Donnelly, business development manager for Fáilte Ireland.

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Belfast Restaurant Week

Belfast Restaurant Week is currently taking place across the city and features 105 experiences, events and offers from 59 of Belfast’s hospitality venues.

The event now offers a wide array of experiences, including tasting menus, cocktail masterclasses, food pairings, and demonstrations, while still providing value-driven options that encourage people to explore and discover new flavours and venues.

Hosted by CQ BID, Belfast One and LQ BID, the organisers noted that the new format has proved a winning recipe, with businesses right across the city signed up to showcase their venues.

“We are delighted to kick off Belfast Restaurant Week, and this year is set to be the best yet,” said Martina Connolly, CEO of Belfast One.

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