DONEGAL TOURISM ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 2025
Donegal Tourism is the unit within Donegal County Council that is responsible for marketing County Donegal as a tourism destination to both the domestic and international markets.
Donegal Tourism works closely and collaboratively with the tourism sector in the county to develop successful marketing activities, attending trade shows, holiday shows and other events where we can promote Donegal as an attractive holiday destination.
For an annual fee of €20 tourism interests in the county can become a Member of Donegal Tourism which comes with a number of benefits including:
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Subsidised attendance at trade shows and other events
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Peer Sharing, Networking & Support- meet with peers from diverse industries to discuss and learn about your most pressing issues
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Influence Donegal County Council meeting agendas to support your needs
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Share your successes through case studies and speaking engagements
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Shape marketing activities for the Go Visit Donegal brand
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Networking and support to exchange ideas and best practices with Donegal Tourism businesses
Every two years, members of Donegal Tourism may then also be elected to the Donegal Tourism Associate Members Committee where they represent their individual sectors (Hotels, B&B, Gaeltacht, Golf, Adventure Tourism, etc.) and where they have an opportunity to voice any concerns or developments related to those sectors. The committee is an opportunity for local tourism organisation, businesses, the education sector and commercial, community and cultural representatives, to come together to discuss their experiences in the tourism sector, and to share knowledge.
Donegal Tourism CLG also has a board of 15 directors which includes representatives from various sectors. This ensures that there is input from a wide and varied cross section of tourism industry partners within the county. The board influences and approves planned activities carried out by the Donegal Tourism team. Every two years, three representatives from the Associate Members Committee will also have an opportunity to be elected to the board of Directors.
If you are a member of the tourism sector (accommodation, restaurant/cafe, activities, community, attraction, etc) in Donegal and would like more information on the supports available from Donegal Tourism, including the activities/initiatives above and how you can become involved in our marketing activities, visit our Trade Resources page or contact us directly at info@govisitdonegal.com
>> Click HERE to Download Application Form
Current Associate Members Committee of Donegal Tourism (Elected September 2025).
Here, we proudly present a diverse group of individuals who are passionately committed to enhancing the tourism experience in our beautiful County Donegal. Each member brings unique expertise from various sectors, including hospitality, culture, education, adventure tourism, and more. We encourage you to reach out to them and get involved! Let's work together to continue making Donegal a vibrant and welcoming destination for all.
Accommodation
Annette O'Donnell – Clanree Hotel
Bill Collins - Abbey and Central Hotels
Dónal Cox – Lough Eske Castle
Karoline Sweeney - Castle Grove House
Michael Breslin - Donegal Manor
Statutory Bodies & Education Providers
Joan Crawford - Fáilte Ireland
Ronan Doherty - Oideas Gael
Elaine McInaw - Runda Hospitality & Tourism Solutions
Lyndsey Reynolds - Food Coast Donegal
Community
Toni Forrester - Letterkenny Chamber
Mary McGettigan - Donegal Town Community Chamber
Ali Farren - Malin Head Community
Niall McCaughan - Go Visit Inishowen
Donann Harvey - Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter
Tourism Transport
James McGinley – McGinley Coaches
Aidan Haughey - Sliabh Liag Tours
Pauline Sweeney - Donegal Airport
Adventure Tourism
Lynn McCool - Donegal Golf Club
Owen Clarke - Off The Beaten Path
Michael Gallagher - Surf'SUP Surf School
Ciaran McHugh - Sliabh Liag Camping
Patrice Gallagher - Atlantic Coastal Cruises
Arts and Culture
Gavin Boyle - Mary From Dungloe Festival
Margaret Rose Cunningham - Glencolmcille Folk Village
Gaeltacht and Islands
Thomas Costello - Arranmore Island
Louise Boyle - Arranmore Ferry
Food and Drink
Vintners Representative
Mairead Anderson - Killybegs Seafood Shack
Attractions
Emma Timoney - Donegal Castle OPW
Catherine Nic Grianna - Crolly Distillery
DCC Elected Members
Cllr Paul Canning
Cllr Micheál Naughton
Cllr Donal Mandy Kelly
Cllr Martin Harley
Cllr Brian Carr
Cllr Martin McDermott