19 May 2026

AVEA Member Forum

AVEA, with support from Tourism NI, is offering some guest places for non-members at this event which is tailored specifically for visitor attractions.

The Forum gets under way with networking over tea/coffee, followed by:

  • Introduction: Jessica Moon, Armagh Observatory & Planetarium
  • What’s new:  Spotlight on the new Gorta – Swatragh’s Famine Story  with owner/manager Dermot Friel
  • ‘Learn about Luxury:  Research into the luxury market’ – with Olivia Mulhern, Tourism Ireland
  • ‘Lean into Luxury:  a tourism practitioner’s experiences on delivering to incentive/luxe guests’ – by Mark Rodgers, Landmark Luxury Tours
  • JAM – Claire McCleery of JAM will outline how the ‘Just A Minute’ card signals that a visitor needs a little extra time, perhaps due to a hidden disability or additional need and will cite real-time experiences from our member Emerald Park showing how it helps deliver a patient, caring and seamless experience.
  • Industry update from Catherine Flanagan, CEO of AVEA, followed by Lunch.
  • Dome Show: “Our Night Sky” – a seasonal tour of the night sky, guides us through the beautiful constellations visible at this time of year.

To avail of a guest place, please visit here to register and places will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis.