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Get To Know Galway
In lockdown #3 we put the spotlight on our suppliers, the businesses and the people behind them who serve our international business tourist here in Galway.
We recorded a series of live webinars where our suppliers presented their businesses and how they are working in the current climate they tell us about their unique offering and cover topics like safety and sustainability and how they manage this for the best client experience. You will hear from some unique experiences and some hidden gems you will only find here in Galway.
All the suppliers presentations and contact details are below when you click presentation for each business.
Get To Know Galway podcast is live and available where ever you get your podcasts with new episodes being added weekly.
If you would like any more information or an introduction to any of our suppliers featured or maybe you didn’t find what you were looking for please feel free to get in touch and email me on rose@galwayconventionbureau.com
Get To Know Galway Podcast
Webinar Recordings and Presentations
Session 1
Tuesday 20th April 11 am - 12 pm
Get to Know :
Yoga Mara Wellness Escapes - This sister duo from Connemara focus on tailor made high-end wellness programmes from a half day to multiple days.
Galway Food Tours - is an exciting alternative for a corporate evening or a team building activity, walk, eat and drink your way around the most interesting venues in Galway
The Corrib Princess -sail along the majestic River Corrib travelled by Viking invaders and Victorian steamboats, this is an ideal venue for your event or to discover Galway
Session 2
Tuesday 27th April 11 am - 12 pm
Get to Know :
Connemara Pub Tours - Sample a creamy pint of Guinness, meet the local characters who will share their stories and listen to yours a memorable way to experience Connemara.
Kylemore Abbey - Built in the 1800s with Irelands largest walled garden, learn about the abbeys past lives, stunning woodland lakeshore walks, one of Irelands top attractions.
Aran Islands Goat Farm & Food Tours -Gabriel of Aran Goat's Cheese will introduce you to his herd of goats and take you through the process of making his award winning product before sampling and experiencing the range for yourself.
Session 3
Tuesday 4th May 11 am - 12 pm
Get To Know :
Aran Off Road Experience - Experience the unspoilt beauty of the Aran Islands on a bespoke 4x4 Land Rover Jeep. Expert Local Guides | Off the Beaten Track | Private Experiences | Slow Tourism.
Killary Adventure - High octane adventure in stunning locations including Kayaking in Irelands only Fjord tailored to your liking overnight accommodation onsite.
Bia Innovator Campus - BIA Innovator Campus is a step change project that will transform the food entrepreneurship landscape in the West of Ireland currently under construction.
Session 4
Tuesday 11th May 11 am - 12pm
Get to Know :
Real Adventures Connemara - something to suit every team no matter the fitness ability, age, or previous adventure experience. Experience the wildness of connemara.
Experience Gaelic Games - is the term given to a range of indigenous Irish sports and pastimes. Deeply embedded in our culture and played throughout Ireland by all.
Galway Walks - Brian can take you on a discovery walking tour of Galway talking about its horrid history and finishing with a fireside tour of O’Connor’s famous Pub ! Brian is also a fantastic story teller.
Session 5
Tuesday 18th May 11 am - 12 pm
Get to Know :
Galway Bay Boat Tours -Galway Bay Boat Tours is a family run business specialising in tailored boat tours on Galway Bay for small groups. Join Irish fisherman Ciaran Oliver, one of the last surviving lobster and shrimp fishing families in County Galway,
Galway Races - One of the highlights of the Irish Calendar a trip to the Galway races is not to be missed, high stakes and high fashion. Ample corporate hospitality opportunities with the latest addition of a champagne bar.
Wildlands Adventure Park - Set in mature woodlands 15 min from the city over 70 obstacles & one of Irelands highest aerial, woodland trekking & ziplining courses.
Session 6
Tuesday 25th May 11 am - 12 pm
Get to Know :
Connemara Equestrian Escapes - Horseback trail riding, equine wellness assisted breaks, adult and training camps. Lots to discover and experience with a stunning backdrop.
Micil Distillery - A 6th generation poitín distiller from Connemara. This family have been producing poitín here on the shores of Galway Bay for over 170 years. Micil Distillery is the first legal distillery in Galway in over 100 years.
Aran Island Ferries - The Aran Islands offer visitors a glimpse into a way of life that has long since disappeared from most of the world. Getting there is an experience in itself.
Horse Connect-The Horses Connect program offers a range of themed equine-assisted Professional Development (EAPD) modules to help groups or individuals within a company to tackle challenges in a unique and powerful way by working through them in the company of horses.
