Founded in 2003, Excursions Ireland has grown into one of Ireland’s leading destination management companies and inbound tour operators, creating and delivering bespoke travel experiences that connect international visitors with the country’s landscapes, history, culture and people.
Cruise tourism remains at the heart of the company’s expertise. Excursions Ireland has evolved into a leading cruise ground operator, working with international cruise lines to deliver shore excursions, pre and post-cruise tours and turnaround services at destinations around the island.
Its services have expanded to encompass bespoke land programmes and special events, with the company designing tailored experiences for businesses, organisations and groups. These range from group tours and incentive travel to corporate retreats, conferences and special events.
The Business All-Star 2026 Accreditation represents the company’s first Business All-Star recognition and acknowledges its sustained commitment to operational excellence, customer service, innovation and responsible tourism.
More than 20 years after its foundation, Excursions Ireland continues to evolve its offering while remaining focused on the same fundamental goal: creating memorable experiences that showcase the very best of Ireland to visitors from around the world.
Kieran Ring, Deputy Chair of the AIBF Adjudication Board, said:
“Excursions Ireland has built an exceptional reputation over more than two decades by combining deep local knowledge with the professionalism and operational expertise required to serve an international visitor market. Welcoming more than 1.5 million guests is an impressive achievement, but what particularly stands out is the company’s continued focus on creating authentic experiences that benefit visitors and the communities they encounter. Its commitment to service, innovation and responsible tourism makes Excursions Ireland a very deserving Business All-Star for 2026.”
Julie Lalor, Head of Business & Employee Relations at Excursions Ireland, said:
“We are incredibly proud to receive our first Business All-Star Accreditation. For more than 20 years, our team has had the privilege of introducing visitors from around the world to the Ireland we know and love. Behind every experience is an incredible amount of work from our team, guides, suppliers and partners across the country, and this recognition belongs to all of them. Our goal has always been to deliver exceptional experiences while supporting local communities and showcasing Ireland in an authentic and responsible way. To have that work recognised by the All-Ireland Business Foundation is a fantastic milestone for everyone at Excursions Ireland..”
Kapil Khanna, Co-CEO of the All-Ireland Business Foundation, said: “Excursions Ireland demonstrates the enormous value that exceptional Irish tourism businesses bring to our international reputation. The company has successfully combined operational excellence with creativity, local expertise and a clear commitment to responsible tourism. More than 1.5 million guests have experienced Ireland through its work, which gives a sense of the scale of its contribution. We are delighted to recognise Excursions Ireland with Business All-Star 2026 Accreditation and welcome the company to the Business All-Star community.”
He said: “We evaluate a company’s background, trustworthiness and performance, and we speak to customers, employees and vendors. We also anonymously approach the company as a customer and report back on the experience. The business goes through at least two interviews and is scored on every part of the process against set metrics.”