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Tourist Accommodation Associations

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Industry Associations for Tourist Accommodation

Links to a range of tourism industry associations and bodies where you can find more information.

Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF) - www.nihf.co.uk

The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation is a not-for-profit limited company representing the hotel and guesthouse sectors in Northern Ireland. Its main roles are identifying and reviewing issues affecting the hospitality industry and lobbying on the economic and employment opportunities of tourism.

Northern Ireland Bed and Breakfast Partnership (NIBBP)

NIBBP’s vision is to actively represent and further the business interests of the bed and breakfast and guest house industry in Northern Ireland. The partnership provides members with an open forum for sharing of knowledge and giving informed, single voice representation of the NI Bed and Breakfast sector at all levels of Government on matters relating to the ability of members to operate effectively. For more information, contact Valerie Gamble from Honeysuckle Cottage on 079 1949 3938 or at honeysucklecottage@hotmail.co.uk.

British Holiday and Home Parks Association - www.bhhpa.org.uk

The British Holiday & Home Parks represents the interests of the British parks industry. Membership is made up of the owners and managers of park home estates, touring and tenting parks, caravan holiday home parks, chalet parks and all types of self-catering accommodation.


National Caravan Council - www.nationalcaravan.co.uk

The National Caravan Council is the representative trade body for the UK caravan and motorhome industries, covering touring caravans, motorhomes, caravan holiday homes and residential park homes, all of which are legally defined as a caravan. Member companies come from all sectors of the industry, including manufacturers, retailers, distributors, park operators and specialist suppliers of products and services to the industry. Please see further information on the classification of caravan and camping parks in Northern Ireland.

 

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Invest NI – www.investni.com

Invest NI is the business development agency for Northern Ireland. It aims to grow the local economy by supporting new and existing businesses to compete internationally, and by attracting new investment to Northern Ireland

NIBusinessInfo - www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk

NIBusinessInfo is the official online channel for business advice and guidance in Northern Ireland provided by Invest NI. It delivers up-to-date information and practical advice on a range of topics including starting up, finance and grants, employment and skills development, workplace health and safety, sales and marketing, international trade and growing your business, etc.

Regional tourism partnerships and organisations

The following regional tourism partnerships and organisations support their members in providing assistance with tourism product development and in marketing local tourism providers at a regional and international level.