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24/09/2004
Take advantage of Mournes National Park, delegates told
Delegates at the annual Newry and Mourne Tourism Conference have been urged to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the proposed designation of the Mournes as a National Park.
Speaking at the conference on Thursday, Bruce Robinson, Permanent Secretary at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment (DETI), said tourism was an increasingly important part of Northern Ireland’s economy and the government was actively pursuing a common agenda for its continued development.
"2003 was a record year for tourism in Northern Ireland," Mr Robinson said.
"With almost two million visitors, there was a growth of 19% in holiday visits. Preliminary indications are that 2004 is set to top that performance.
"We must ensure that we meet the high expectations of our visitors and provide a world-class experience, by putting the tourists’ enjoyment first."
Mr Robinson said the Northern Ireland Tourist Board had identified the Mournes National Park as one of five ‘signature projects’ that have the capacity to grow tourism, in its Strategic Framework for Action, for the next three years.
"This provides a unique opportunity for everyone involved in the development of the project, to work together, to ensure the sector is fully prepared and equipped, to make the most of this wonderful opportunity," he added.
(MB/GMCG)
Speaking at the conference on Thursday, Bruce Robinson, Permanent Secretary at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment (DETI), said tourism was an increasingly important part of Northern Ireland’s economy and the government was actively pursuing a common agenda for its continued development.
"2003 was a record year for tourism in Northern Ireland," Mr Robinson said.
"With almost two million visitors, there was a growth of 19% in holiday visits. Preliminary indications are that 2004 is set to top that performance.
"We must ensure that we meet the high expectations of our visitors and provide a world-class experience, by putting the tourists’ enjoyment first."
Mr Robinson said the Northern Ireland Tourist Board had identified the Mournes National Park as one of five ‘signature projects’ that have the capacity to grow tourism, in its Strategic Framework for Action, for the next three years.
"This provides a unique opportunity for everyone involved in the development of the project, to work together, to ensure the sector is fully prepared and equipped, to make the most of this wonderful opportunity," he added.
(MB/GMCG)
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