John Daly: How the tourism of wellness promises to be a business tonic

On a weekend when Ireland and the world normally adorns itself in a proud and enthusiastic St Patrick’s Day personality, it is peculiar to instead encounter empty streets and social restrictions.

Hundreds of adventure racers from around Ireland took part in Gaelforce West on Croagh Patrick in County Mayo in June last year; the adventure sports sector in Ireland has successfully carved out a growing niche for thousands of participants. Picture: Martin Kalvaster