Mid Ireland Tourism Enjoys Great Success At Holiday World

Last weekend at Holiday World Dublin, Mid Ireland Tourism displayed their new 2012 Visitors Guide for the first time promoting the counties of Offaly, Tipperary, Westmeath, East Galway, Laois & Longford.
The Manager of Mid Ireland Tourism, Peter Ormond stated that there was great interest in their stand at Holiday World and in what the Mid Ireland Region had to offer. Tourism is one of the areas of growth in the Midlands and it is important that the Midlands of Ireland continue to work together to promote the region.
Speaking at Holiday World, Peter Ormond stated that the Mid Ireland Region offers an array of breathtaking inland scenery with large tracks of bogland, rolling hills, meandering waterways and a wonderful tapestry of Irish farmland and forestry. Its central location allows ease of access to and from all parts of Ireland also making it an ideal base for touring anywhere in Ireland
Mid Ireland has an extensive range of quality accommodation. Whether you require a luxury hotel, a modern guesthouse, an intimate bed and breakfast, self-catering accommodation, or top class caravan and camping facilities, Mid Ireland has it all, in unspoilt rural countryside, where a friendly reception is assured.
A diverse range of activities and attractions is on offer with something to capture everybody’s interest.
Parents, your children won’t be short of things to do – from pet farms to historic houses, adventure centres to heritage centres, Mid Ireland can guarantee a host of day visitor attractions and facilities making it a great location for family breaks.
For more action and adventure, Mid Ireland can offer hill walking, fishing and water sports. Or you can go horse riding and experience day or hourly trekking in the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Also you can enjoy a relaxing short-break or week long cruise on the Shannon. For romantic walks, the Mid Ireland region offers an abundance of trails featuring waterfalls and stunning views. Beautiful gardens, park lands and walking trails with spectacular views and natural wildlife await you in this area of undiscovered beauty.
After a long leisurely walk, what better way to relax and unwind than by availing of the full range of therapies and treatments at one of the many luxury spa facilities available in the Midlands? Or for those of you who prefer to wind down over a round of golf – you won’t be short of courses to choose from. Top of the range facilities combine with relaxed settings and stunning views. Not just for the golf enthusiasts looking for a challenge but golfers of all abilities – there is something to suit everyone.
Finally, you can enjoy top class cuisine in the many award-winning restaurants in the area followed by a relaxing drink in some of Ireland’s finest pubs.