Visitors rate the friendliness of the people as one of the main memories of their visit to Ireland. The character of the people, coupled with our ancient island heritage, and the stunning natural beauty of our landscapes and coastline, has resulted in a holiday destination quite unique in the world for both overseas and domestic visitors.

Tourism and hospitality is one of our main industries. Our markets have changed and evolved over the decades. We welcome discerning and repeat visitors who share our values and wish to explore our cities and rural hidden areas. Our industry has responded in providing an infrastructure to meet these needs.

For over seventy years Skål International has been actively supported in Ireland. In 1948 our Dublin Club was the first post-World War II club founded. Currently we have four Clubs – Cork, Dublin, Galway, and Kerry. We are not immune to the challenges experienced in other European countries, but our future plans are tailored to attract new and interested colleagues into the membership of the only global tourism and hospitality organisation in the world.

Despite the global difficulties of recent years our commitment to Skål International has not waned. Our small country has produced three World Presidents, including the first woman to lead our organisation – Mary Bennett, a proud member of the Galway Club.

As well as National President I also have the honour of representing Ireland as International Councillor. My background has been as a representative of our national tourism organisation, where I have had the opportunity to work all over the world. At home in Ireland, I work and chair a number of tourism related organisations.

Welcome to our new website. We look forward to your participation and feedback to our social media.

Doing business among friends in Ireland!

Margaret.