Clare Climbs Sustainable List

County Clare has jumped ten places in a ranking of global destinations that have demonstrated a commitment to sustainable tourism.

The Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Movement has unveiled its 2024 Top 40 Destinations Index which sees The Banner County rise from 38th to 28th in a list that also includes Sydney, Singapore, Copenhagen, Barcelona, Melbourne, Montreal and Reykjavik.

County Clare’s inclusion in the Index is supported by the Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau and Fáilte Ireland.

Councillor Alan O’Callaghan, Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, commented:

“The Clare tourism sector receives fantastic support from the local authority and other tourism development agencies. Operators within the sector have played a leading role in helping to create the globally renowned, sustainable and vibrant destination we know today. Clare’s performance in the GDS Top 40 Destinations Index is evidence of the sector’s commitment to collaboration and to sustainable practices.”