Sonia Smith, who works as a receptionist in The Cahernane House Hotel in Killarney, has been chosen as the Kerry branch of the Irish Hotels’ Federation employee of the year. Despite intense competition from other tourism industry staff, across several departments, who were nominated by their employers, Sonia emerged triumphant and was overjoyed with her… Continue Reading
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Hoteliers: VAT increase would affect everything
Kerry hoteliers today expressed concern about the impact of a potential €400 million increase in VAT on Irish consumers and overseas visitors. They said the increase from the nine per cent emergency rate to 13.5 per cent is currently under consideration by the government at a time when consumers, both at home and abroad, are… Continue Reading
Events will help businesses to thrive
Small businesses and budding entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to sample 10 events aimed at helping them to start or grow their business as part of this year’s Local Enterprise Week in Kerry. The initiative, supported by Enterprise Ireland and the local authorities, takes place from the March 6-10 this year. While there are hundreds… Continue Reading
New looped walk will be a massive benefit
All going well, work could start on the new Lakes of Killarney greenway this year and, when the project is complete, the enhanced walking and cycling route from Muckross to Dinis and back will be a massive benefit to the town, Killarney National Park bosses have said. The National Parks and Wildlife Service is working… Continue Reading
Mark follows in his father’s footsteps
It’s a real generation game at the Castlerosse Park Resort in Killarney where Mark Bowe has just been appointed general manager in succession to his father, Danny, who held the position for 27 years. Mark has been with the hotel for 10 years, the last three of which he has been deputy general manager responsible… Continue Reading
