North Clare’s businesses are hailing the booming footfall boost of the good weather spell.
Today is Ireland’s hottest day of the year so far and with temperatures expected to exceed 20 degrees in the county today, the crowds have been pouring in.
The glorious sunshine and waves are attracting crowds from all over the world to Lahinch today.
Sarah and Grace from Long Island are first time visitors to Clare and they didn’t expect the weather to be the standout attraction.
But it’s not just the hottest day of the year so far that’s driving footfall in Lahinch – the town’s annual trad fest gets underway tomorrow, while the Irish Junior Tour Surfing Competition is also making landfall.
Ben Bennett from Ben’s Surf Clinic says it feels like the tourist season has finally kicked off.
Father and son duo, Niall and Patrick are down from Carlow for the weekend and are keen to take in the sights of some of the country’s best surfers in action.
They’ve also been enjoying the hospitality in nearby towns and villages.
Some visitors to North Clare have fallen in love at first sight with what the region has to offer.
Kate Fennell and her dog Realtín who’re originally from Connemara say community spirit is unrivalled.
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