Claims Lack Of West Coast Flights Compounding Clare Tourism Challenges

Clare FM

It's claimed a lack of direct flights to the West Coast is compouding 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. 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.