It’s claimed a lack of direct flights to the West Coast is compounding tourism challenges in Clare.
Last year, Dublin Airport handled 85% of all international traffic into Ireland and according to the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, up to 40% of passengers ended up travelling to the Wild Atlantic Way.
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However, the ITIC is now warning of a double digit decline in tourist numbers, unless the Dublin Passenger Cap is lifted and the 9% hospitality VAT rate is restored.
Clare Tourism Advisory Vice-Chair Maurice Walsh claims however that flight options need addressing.
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