Staff Shortages in Hospitality Sector Could Hamper Autumn Bookings in the Burren

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On Thursday’s Clare FM, Alan Morrissey was joined by Anthony Moloney, Owner of Doolin Inn and Sharon Malone, Sales and Marketing Manager at Falls Hotel and Spa, Ennistymon – Both members of The Burren Ecotourism Network.

Staff shortages in the hospitality sector in the Burren could hamper Autumn bookings, following one of the busiest summers in the region in recent years in terms of Irish visitors.

Hotels and self-catering accommodation providers have reported bookings are up on last year, due to a combination of recent fine weather and the desire to holiday at home due to coronavirus restrictions, abroad. Despite Ireland’s vaccine roll out success many people are still putting off taking international holidays until next year.

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