Wonders of Ireland can swing RWC bid

The chief executive of the 2011 New Zealand Rugby World Cup believes Ireland’s scenic regions and its tradition for hospitality will significantly help its bid for the 2023 equivalent.

Speaking ahead of his visit to Ireland for a major sport tourism conference next week, the chief organiser of the most recent tournament said that tourism gateways like Cork, Galway, Killarney and Limerick will significantly strengthen Ireland’s chances.

Martin Snedden will be amongst a host of international sport tourism experts who will travel to Limerick for the European Sport Tourism Summit next Thursday in Thomond Park and explain how Ireland can get a slice of the €450 billion global Sport Tourism industry.