Major tourism potential of royal visit hailed

The event reflects 21st century relations between Britain and Ireland, says Jennifer Hough

IRISH tourism is due to receive a major boost in 2011 and beyond — thanks to the visit of Queen Elizabeth II later this year.

Lauding the tourism potential of the event, industry chief Niall Gibbons said the event would provide a wonderful opportunity to showcase the island of Ireland to a huge audience of potential holiday-makers across Britain