With the 1927 alcohol ban lifted on Good Friday, a rise in budget airlines and more British tourists looking to escape for a local mini-break, the Irish tourism sector is booming. Now is a great time to take advantage of the heavier footfall. Read on for some quick tips on how you can research, understand and prepare for the tourism surge.

A huge congratulations goes to Jess Murphy of Kai Restaurant in Galway. After winning the regional award in April she was eventually named Best Chef across Ireland, in front of a 900-strong crowd of industry professionals.