The first “Spain Talks” event was held on 13 November at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel (Golden Lane, D08 VRR7, Dublin) to celebrate excellence, dedication, and innovation in the Irish tourism industry, honoring those who stood out for their commitment to promoting sustainable tourism.
CONFERENCES
In its first edition of “Spain Talks,” the Spanish Tourist Office in Dublin developed a comprehensive program of round tables and presentations featuring leaders from major tourist organizations and destinations in both Spain and the Irish market. This event focused on sharing valuable experiences and best practices, fostering dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange to promote a more responsible and sustainable future for tourism.

PROGRAMME
15:00 h Registration of participants. 15:30 h Welcome speech and presentation. 15:40 h Panel 1: Tourism products and experiences for a more sustainable tourism model. 16:35 h Presentation “Spain by Train”. 16:40 h Break. 17:00 h Key Note Speaker "Aer Lingus" 17:10 h Panel 2: Good Practices in Sustainable Tourism. 18:05 h Presentation "Andalusia Tourism". 18:10 h Closing remarks. 18:20 h Tourism Sustainability Awards Ceremony with drinks and canapés.* Dublin Time Zone. (+1 hour in Madrid)
AWARDS
The awards presented at Spain Talks represented recognition of excellence and innovation in sustainability within the tourism sector. Aimed at highlighting and celebrating initiatives that encouraged responsible growth in the industry, Turespaña presented the award to stakeholders and partners from the Irish market whose commitment and dedication had significantly contributed to the progress of sustainable tourism in Spain.
- Media Award: The Herald.
- Ambassador Award: Blog “This Wild Life of Mine” (Dearbhaile Ní Dhubhghaill).
- Experience Award: “The Travel” por "Treasures of Southern Spain"; “The Travel” for "Treasures of Southern Spain".
- Business Award: “Follow The Camin”.
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