Ireland’s Tourism Sector Struggles with High Costs and Staffing Shortages
Industry braces for challenging year amid surging US dependence
Ireland’s tourism industry is facing significant headwinds this year, with soaring operational costs, critical staffing shortages, and an overreliance on US visitors putting severe pressure on the sector.
Industry leaders warn that the situation threatens service quality and long-term sustainability, calling for urgent measures to diversify markets and improve workforce conditions.