Picture: Valerie O’Sullivan
FUNDING for four key projects from Fáilte Ireland’s New Horizons on the Wild Atlantic Way 2018 grants scheme has been confirmed by Minister of State for Tourism and Sport Brendan Griffin.
A total of €651,437 is included to develop and improve visitor experiences along the Skellig Coast.
Picture: Valerie O’Sullivan
The four projects along the Wild Atlantic Way to receive funding are:
- The Transatlantic Cable Story, Valentia Island: €161,437
- Leading Lights at Cromwell Point, Valentia Island: €90,000
- Portmagee Whiskey Experience and Seine Boat Experience: €200,000
- Daniel O’Connell at the Old Barracks Heritage Centre, Cahersiveen: €200,000
“It’s a welcome boost to the tourism industry in Kerry. The aim is to drive visitor numbers to the regions and to lesser visited areas and attractions within them.
“As we know, tourism is a very competitive market and this significant grant funding announcement is aimed at ensuring that Kerry and the Wild Atlantic Way continue to offer visitors world-class experiences and attractions, boosting the region and increasing revenue and employment in the local tourism industry,” Minister Griffin said.
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