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An endless trail of possibilities
for Inishowen
11.07.19
LOCAL communities and
business in Inishowen are being urged to get in
touch with the new Donegal County Council led Trail
Gazers Bid project which was launched in Buncrana
recently and which is set to help communities
maximise the potential from the growing trend in
walking and hiking trails.
Loretta McNicholas, Project Manager with Donegal
County Council believes that this project provides
exciting opportunities for local and regional
stakeholders including citizens, community groups,
small businesses, tourism providers, schools,
environmental agencies and public authorities to
come together to collaborate on how to maximise the
potential of walking trails in Inishowen.
“The last number of years has seen a growth in
experiential travel, with people preferring to spend
their holidays seeking out more meaningful and
personal experiences in beautiful locations that are
often perceived as ‘off the beaten track’ rather
than in conventional or popular holiday
destinations” says Loretta.
She adds “Travel is now more about appreciating the
way of life these hidden gems can offer; learning
about local history, cultural and natural landscapes
and embarking on voyages of self-discovery that will
stay with the person long after the holiday has
finished”. |
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Loretta McNicholas, Trail
Gazers Project Manager (standing second from left)
with Cathaoirleach Cllr. Nicholas Crossan and
project partners at the recent launch of the project
in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana. |
Loretta believes that
the growth in walking and recreational activity has
huge potential to generate income for Inishowen,
helping to create more jobs in the hospitality and
leisure sectors, whilst also enhancing the
attractiveness of the region as a place to live,
work and thrive.
Loretta explains “We are keen to hear from local
communities, businesses and any interested parties
on how we can work together to introduce new
initiatives that will encourage visitors off the
trails to explore what the wider hinterland has to
offer such as cafes, craft shops, artisan foods,
hotels, pubs and historical places of interest.”
If interested in finding out more about this project
or how to become involved please contact Loretta
McNicholas, Trail Gazers Bid at
lmcnicho@donegalcoco.ie or call 074 91 72569. |
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