Tourism moves from survival mode to recovery

The tourism industry is moving from survival mode towards a period of recovery and growth with a clear focus on attracting overseas visitors.

The optimistic forecast was made by of Fáilte Ireland chief executive Seán Quinn, as he welcomed figures showing a significant rise in the number of foreign tourists so far in 2013.

However, Mr Quinn, who is also chairman of the Gathering initiative, said tourism providers who relied on domestic and British markets would face severe challenges in the future.