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Killarney boy represents Ireland in dancing world cup in Russia

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By Sean Moriarty

A Killarney boy has been selected as a member for the Irish team to compete in the Acrobatic Rock-n-Roll European Championship and World Cup international dancing competition.

The event is taking place this week at the Olympic Park in Sochi, Russia.

Denis Jarosz from Ballydowney has been selected as part of the Dance Sport Federation of Ireland team for the week long competition.

He and his dance partner Justyna Wiecek from Dublin will compete in the Junior Category for up to 17-year-olds.

He is the only Kerry-based competitor in the six-strong Irish team. He is a member the Killarney-based Empire School of Polish Dance.

‘They are real young athletes and to prepare for the European Championship and World Cup in Russia.They have five days of training each week which include intensive physical work, gymnastics, stretching and of course working on specific acrobatic rock-n-roll steps and moves combined in separate performance which they will show at the competition. Ireland is a very young country in acrobatic rock-n-roll but developing very fast and starts showing some good results in this high demanding kind of sport,” said Empire School of Polish Dance coach Kasia Witkowska.

“It is a great opportunity and also a big responsibility to represent Ireland in such a huge competition.
Two years have passed since the last real-life competition and kids are working hard to be ready to represent Ireland. It was a difficult time because every athlete need competitions and needs a place to show what they achieved and worked for but finally the life is going back to normal.”

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Strong connections made at tourism tradeshow 

Many significant business deals were signed at this year’s Meitheal – Ireland’s largest and most important trade event for the tourism industry. Held in the INEC, 450 Irish businesses pitched to over 230 international […]

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Many significant business deals were signed at this year’s Meitheal – Ireland’s largest and most important trade event for the tourism industry.

Held in the INEC, 450 Irish businesses pitched to over 230 international buyers from 17 countries at Fáilte Ireland’s flagship trade event. 

Running since 1975, Meitheal is organised in partnership with Tourism Ireland to provide Irish tourism businesses with the opportunity to sell directly to top international buyers and tour operators.

The best of what is on offer across Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, Ireland’s Ancient East, the Wild Atlantic Way and Dublin, were showcased with the aim of being scheduled on the itineraries of the global tour operators.

Key themes and trends emerging this year are sustainable travel options, immersive outdoor experiences and festivals.

Speaking about the importance of developing a future pipeline of tourism business, Paul Kelly, CEO of Fáilte Ireland, said that “creating a strong pipeline of future business is key for the recovery of tourism”.

“Seeing the demand for the Irish tourism product with international buyers at Meitheal is fantastic. Each international buyer represents tens of thousands of possible visitors to Ireland, and their business will be hugely important for tourism and hospitality businesses, communities, and destination Ireland as we continue to work towards recovery,” he said. 

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Outdoor dining area officially opens in town

A new outdoor dining space at Kenmare Place was officially opened today (Wednesday). The project, which was supported with €605,000 in funding from Fáilte Ireland under the Local Authority Weatherproofing and […]

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A new outdoor dining space at Kenmare Place was officially opened today (Wednesday).

The project, which was supported with €605,000 in funding from Fáilte Ireland under the Local Authority Weatherproofing and Outdoor Dining Infrastructure Scheme, provides an attractive outdoor dining option for locals and visitors to Killarney.

“This is a really wonderful addition to Killarney’s tourism infrastructure and will prove a great asset throughout the year and particularly during the forthcoming tourist season,” said Cllr Kelleher, Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, who did the honours.

“One of the effects of the recent pandemic was the need to utilise and maximise outdoor dining options and this infrastructure shows what can be achieved in an imaginative way. It will greatly enhance Killarney’s reputation as a destination for top quality tourism experiences.”

The project has been operational since last October but the official opening was timed to coincide with the Meitheal 2023 tourism industry showcase that was organised by Fáilte Ireland at the INEC this week.

“It is fantastic to see Killarney’s outdoor dining infrastructure being so well received by trade and visitors alike,” Miriam Kennedy, Head of Wild Atlantic Way at Fáilte Ireland, said.

Councillors in the Killarney Municipal District approved planning permission for the infrastructure which was completed by Daniel Canty Construction.

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