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The role of the DMC
and what that means for you
Michael Dalton
Moloney & Kelly DMC
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Michael Dalton
DMC – Destination
Management Company
Request for Proposal (RFP) SITE INSPECTION POST SITE INSPECTION PROGRAM
Sent to Hotels 22nd Feb 4th August 2016 x 5 Program Set 9th Sept 2017 – Pre Con
Meeting
2016 days
Sent to DMCs 15th 3 DMCs: All DMCs asked to re quote. Numerous 10th – 17th Sept 2017 Program
• Odyssey Conf. Calls Operated
March 2016 • Moloney & Kelly
• Ovation
1 – Third Party Planner 28th October 2016 – M&K selected as DMC 22nd Sept – Final Invoice Issued
1 – Corp. End Client partner
62 Suppliers Involved Signed Contract – 16th Jan 2017 20th Oct 2017 - Closed
Request for Proposal This is an incentive group of about 120 GE people for September 17-24 of 2017. They are interested in Ireland for a 6 or 7 night program (3 days in Belfast area and 4 in Dublin). We will probably fly into Dublin and bus everyone to the Belfast area. Opening night in the hotel, possible dine around one night and another unique venue the last night. Group will arrange golf, spa and two or three tour options (like Giants Causeway, Titanic, etc). Then on day 4, we will depart Belfast around noon and make our way to Dublin (stopping for lunch and maybe activity on the way). Tours and activities each day in Dublin as well, with planned dinner activities each evening. One night will be a Gala Awards Dinner and we will need a “special” off-site venue. We are required to get at least two bids for DMC. I am not yet sure about when we will be able to come for a site inspection, but hopefully by September at the latest. Let me know if you need anything further to develop a brief proposal with estimated pricing.
Request for Proposal (RFP) SITE INSPECTION POST SITE INSPECTION PROGRAM
Sent to Hotels 22nd Feb 4th August 2016 x 5 Program Set 9th Sept 2017 – Pre Con
Meeting
2016 days
Sent to DMCs 15th 3 DMCs: All DMCs asked to re quote. Numerous 10th – 17th Sept 2017 Program
• Odyssey Conf. Calls Operated
March 2016 • Moloney & Kelly
• Ovation
1 – Third Party Planner 28th October 2016 – M&K selected as DMC 22nd Sept – Final Invoice Issued
1 – Corp. End Client partner
62 Suppliers Involved Signed Contract – 16th Jan 2017 20th Oct 2017 - Closed
The Site Inspection At long last, we have booked our flights for the site inspection. XXX and I leave here August 3 arriving in Dublin on August 4. Note: there is a possibility of a third person from GE in attendance, but that is still tentative. As I believe we discussed, GE will want to meet with 3 DMCs. Only one will be chosen to operate the entire program. Decision will be based on Comparative Prices Creativity Compatibility (how well we get on) J I was thinking the following agenda (subject to your recommendations): Odyssey will have the first part of the site visit. Pick us up at Dublin airport and transfer to Culloden on August 4. We will meet with the hotel that afternoon and the following morning (August 5). Then meet Odyssey for the remainder of the day to visit optional activities and function venues. Moloney and Kelly will pick us up at Culloden mid-morning (August 6) to visit other optional activities and then transfer us to Dublin stopping at suggested venues on the way. Finally ending at Powerscourt around 4 pm. We are scheduled to have dinner with the hotel staff. On August 7 we will tour the hotel in the morning. After lunch we will meet with Moloney and Kelly for tour of optional activities returning to the hotel by 4pm. That evening (August 7) we will meet Ovation to visit possible Gala and off-site venues (including dinner at one of them). We can continue to look at activities the morning of August 8. If possible, the afternoon we should leave open as a contingency. On the morning of August 9, Ovation would provide transfer to Dublin Airport. This plan will require a little coordination as we don’t want to repeat any venues or activities. I know you have each provided preliminary suggestions. I have spoken with the client and she wants to offer no more than two or three activities each day. A blend of “touristy” options (like Titanic Experience) and more local, unique activities (like falconry).
Request for Proposal (RFP) SITE INSPECTION POST SITE INSPECTION PROGRAM
Sent to Hotels 22nd Feb 4th August 2016 x 5 Program Set 9th Sept 2017 – Pre Con
Meeting
2016 days
Sent to DMCs 15th 3 DMCs: All DMCs asked to re quote. Numerous 10th – 17th Sept 2017 Program
• Odyssey Conf. Calls Operated
March 2016 • Moloney & Kelly
• Ovation
1 – Third Party Planner 28th October 2016 – M&K selected as DMC 22nd Sept – Final Invoice Issued
1 – Corp. End Client partner
62 Suppliers Involved Signed Contract – 16th Jan 2017 20th Oct 2017 - Closed
WELCOME TO IRELAND YOUR ARRIVAL TO THE EMERALD ISLE
5* LUXURIOUS HOTEL IN BELFAST RESORT FEEL WITHIN THE CITY
CULLODEN HOTEL & ESTATE A stunning former Bishop’s Palace, The Culloden is one of the flagship properties of the Hastings Hotel Group. This property is truly the finest in Irish Hospitality and is proud to be an approved Virtuoso Property which is a true testament to the level of service that they offer. They are only a short 10-minute drive from Belfast city centre and have a range of activities both onsite and right beside the property. Culloden hotel has a spa, a pool and a fitness suite. There is free parking, and Belfast City Airport is a 5-minute drive away. Right next door is the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, where you can experience life in Northern Ireland over the last 100 years getting to see inside actual houses, pubs and meeting the characters of years gone by. The views from the Culloden out over Belfast Bay, where Titanic first set sail, are truly magnificent. The Spa at Culloden features a marble steam room, a dance studio and a hot tub. ESPA beauty treatments and massages are available. The Mitre Restaurant serves a fine dining menu, including modern Irish dishes. The Culloden is in 12 acres of gardens and woodland. They also have their own traditional Irish Pub, the Cultra Inn onsite which offers casual dining options with fantastic food.
- NORTHERN IRELAND -
BELFASTHELICOPTER RIDE OVER GIANT’S CAUSWAY & NORTH ANTRIM COASTLINE The Antrim Coast Road is one of the great coastal routes of the World. Famed for its glorious scenery, deep rugged glens and sparkling sea if you love coastal scenery then you cannot miss this area of breathtaking beauty. And what better way to view it than by helicopter which will travel along this dramatic coastline with its bold cliffs of grey, red and black rock, solitary ancient castles perched on isolated cliffs such as the ancient castles. The highlight is the Giants Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose 40,000 stone columns, formed millions of years ago with the cooling of molten lava. Their sheer number and uniformity make you believe that the columns were carved by human hands, or perhaps truly by a giant. Step off your helicopter at Ireland’s oldest working distillery, the world famous Old Bushmills Distillery. Watch whiskey making take place and enjoy a wee taster as you unlock the secrets of 400 years of distilling at the home of Irish whiskey. Enjoy a taster of this great whiskey to end your tour. Lunch Option After exploring the Antrim Coastline, why not pull up a chair and enjoy a delicious lunch in the award winning Bushmills Inn. Each dish is crafted from traditional roots, but with a Bushmills twist. At Bushmills the chef uses local produce where possible, bringing you a true taste of Antrim. Their fish are all caught in local waters while the pheasant once roosted in the nearby Macnaghten estate. Belfast and the Causeway Coast have been voted as the top destination to visit in the world next year by the Lonely Planet .
AFTERNOON TEA AT THE QUEEN’S RESIDENCE – HILLSBOROUGH CASTLE The Royal Palace of Hillsborough is on the edge of the ancient kingdom of Mourne. The Hill family after whom it is named acquired much of this former kingdom in the mid18th century and built their castle here and adjacent village. The present palatial home replaced an earlier castle in the 18th century and in 1924 its fortunes changed when it became the royal palace and the official residence of the Royal Family when they are in Northern Ireland. Pictures of the family adorn the walls and give an insight into the less formal aspect of royal life. On arrival at the castle the Royal Bugler greets the arriving guests after which they embark on a private guided tour of the elegant state rooms including the majestic Throne Room and the graceful royal dining room. For a very special experience enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Throne Room - a tea-related ritual, introduced into Ireland in the early 1840s as a mini meal to stem the hunger and anticipation of an evening meal at 8pm. What better way to end your tour than with this most Irish of dining traditions when guests can sit back and indulge in a tasty selection of finger sandwiches, assorted cakes, homemade scones with clotted cream and jam, as well as freshly brewed tea or coffee in the magnificent setting of Hillsborough Castle There is time afterwards to wander through the beautiful gardens developed in the 1760s which offer a contrast of ornamental grounds, peaceful woodland, meandering waterways, and trimmed lawns. Look out for the statue of Ossian outside the main entrance and the Lady Alice Temple. Enjoy some leisure time in the picturesque Georgian village of Hillsborough. The village is home to a close-knit community and serves the wider rural areas as well being a popular commuter base for those working in Belfast. Hillsborough has a broad range of specialist shops, cafés and well worth a wander round.
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum is one of Ireland’s foremost visitor attractions illustrating the way of life and traditions of the people of the north of Ireland only 3 minutes Walking distance from the Culloden Estate. The exhibit buildings of the Folk Museum in clued appropriately furnished houses, mills, shops, schools and churches set in carefully recreated landscape extending over 60 acres. This provides the setting to present the story of life in Ulster in the early 1900s through costumed interpretation and a varied programme of activities, crafts and skills. The award winning galleries of the Transport Museum display Ireland’s most comprehensive transport collections from horse drawn cart to Irish built motor cars, from the might steam locomotives to the history of ship and boat building. On arrival the Folk Museum the group will be split into teams and given a trail map to follow through the town to get a sense of how early 1900's life but with an experiential element throughout such as making drop scones on an open fire in the Old Rectory, listening to traditional musicians play tunes akin to that period while enjoying a hot port or ginger whiskey. In the basket makers you could craft a willow star and be graded on your creativity. The after party will bring in some traditional Irish Musicians and Irish dancers to give you a taste of the local talent and allow your client to learn something of our local culture. There is also a beautiful craft shop onsite which you can browse through before departing. The Transport Museum offers a very special Experience! Just in case you have difficulty transporting your selves back from the future a DeLorean car is on display to help you experience time travel. Private hire of the DeLorean can be arranged for guest to test drive! Not only the DeLorean is from Northern Ireland also the pneumatic tyre was invented here.
A CULINARY JOURNEY THROUGH NORTHERN IRELAND
Today you will be joined by your specialist food guide Tracey Jordan who knows all the best suppliers and producers of
artisan food in the North! She will accompany you on this bespoke tour for an unforgettable day!
First stop is Echlinville Distillery. Echlinville has won two Gold Awards at the World Whiskey Awards for its Dunville’s 10 year
old single malt whiskey and has recently won an Irish Whiskey Award.
From Field to glass – we start in the barley fields and hear how Dunville’s Whiskey is harvested, milled and fermented and
finally distilled. Then we get personal! We invite you to join us in Echlinville Distillery Warehouse for a private tasting of a 15
year old whiskey straight from the barrel which has not yet been released! This experience is not available to the general
public. You will also be given a gift of a bottle of Echlinville’s award winning whiskey with your name engraved on it.
Next you travel along the Ards Peninsula following the coastline to Portaferry – a very picturesque village at the mouth of
Strangford Lough. Portico – a Presbyterian Church was built in 1841 has a double fronted reproduction of the ancient Greek
Temple of Nemesis. It is unusual and impressive and not immediately visible when you arrive in the village. It contains the
only Organ console of its kind in the world and is made of burnished copper.
You will have lunch in the gardens at Portico, {if weather is not good then we go inside}. A banquet of local foods and drinks
will be served and you will meet the Producers who create these artisan foods. Every dish will be prepared using local
produce.
Lunch menu would include:
BBQ’ed Strangford Lobster roll
Dexter brisket – bbq’ed and marinated
Comber potato salad with scallions
Strangford Samphire
Dulse {seaweed} butter and wheaten {brown} bread
Strangford seafood chowder
Tracey’s homemade Desserts
Apple and blackberry crumble.
Handmade French macarons with tea and coffee to finish.
Finally travel up the outer side of the Peninsula to Ballywalter to meet Christo who creates wonderful award winning
cheeses in his pantry. Christo moved to Northern Ireland from South Africa some years ago with his family. He is the only
Producer in Northern Ireland who makes organic raw milk cheese. You will be invited to watch and get involved in the
cheese making process. We will taste his Gouda style cheeses along with other local cheeses and beers to accompany the
different styles of cheese.BREAKING DOWN THE BARRICADES – BELFAST’S
POLITICAL HISTORY
Meet your driver/guide in the Hotel lobby and begin your Black Taxi tour
one of the iconic tours of Belfast city during which your driver will give
you historical and anecdotal information related to the years of strife and
political unrest in Northern Ireland. This very personal tour will inform
and entertain you. The political tour takes you around the Shankill and
Falls districts, where marks of the past can still be witnessed in the form
of majestic murals adorning the sides of buildings and walls.
There is time to stop at the Peace Wall and sign your name
Your taxi driver will take you to Stormont or the Parliament Building for
Northern Ireland, one of Belfast’s most historic buildings. It is built in a
similar style to many government buildings throughout the world to
represent stability, strength and above all else democracy!
Special Enhancement & CSR opportunity:
Enhance the experience for the guests having 2 former political prisoners
from each side meeting with the group for a talk about the Troubles. This
would also give a great CSR opportunity holding it in a cultural centre like
the Culturlann in Belfast based on donations.- NORTHERN IRELAND -
BELFASTVISIT ONE OF THE SETS OF HBO’S GAME OF THRONES
EXPERIENCE AN EXCLUSIVE BANQUET AT WINTERFELLGAME OF THRONES BANQUET Welcome to the imposing Winterfell Castle, home to the Stark family and the exclusive venue for your themed night which is a recreation of King Robert’s Banquet when he visited the Stark family at Winterfell Castle in the epic Game of Thrones drama. On arrival at Old Castle Ward AKA Winterfell, you will be greeted by the Maester (a learned man skilled in the art of healing and scientific knowledge) and the Direwolves at the castles gate who will escort you to the ‘Amory & Forge’ to don your chosen costume. The ladies of Winterfell will usher you to the banquet where dimly lit candles on the far-reaching tables; reindeer skin bench seating, open fire pits and traditional music guarantee this will be a most memorable dining occasion. There is also an opportunity to try the Game of Thrones Archery Experience. The evening includes Direwolf dogs ‘meet & greet’ at castle gate for guest’s arrival Welcome Winterfell Craft Beer, King Robert’s Banquet Meal, Traditional live band entertainment during the meal, An authentic medieval costume for everyone to wear, Award-winning Game of Thrones Archery Experience and costumed characters mingling with guests throughout evening.
STEP BACK IN TIME FOR A WONDERFUL EVENING OF FOOD, HISTORY & ENTERTAINMENT
EXCLUSIVE BUILDING TAKEOVERATRIUM FIRST CLASS GALLERIES The dramatic outline of the Titanic building will be the first thing to take your guests breath away on their journey through time at the Titanic Experience in Belfast but certainly won’t be the last. Today your group is going to take over the iconic 14,000 square metre building with exclusive access to each event space & the visitor exhibition. Being greeted in the main atrium which is 5 stories tall, guests will spill into the nine Galleries and discover Belfast’s history in the industries of linen, rope works and tobacco as well as of course – shipbuilding. Follow the story of the Titanic from it’s origins in Belfast to the ill-fated journey including extraordinary insights into the different cabins, first class accounts and interactive elements to truly be immersed in the Titanic experience.
The full event space will be utilised for your event with several different hubs including Andrews Gallery on the second
floor which is largely a canvas for you put your stamp on. Apex windows overlook the Original Drawing Offices & Harland
& Wolff cranes provide the backdrop. Some of the other highlights include the Bridge with incredible triple height
windows that overlooks the slip ways where the Titanic was originally built which have recently been restored. The
Bridge is also used as a mezzanine for the Titanic Suite, the piece de resistance of the building with a replica of the
liner's Grand Staircase in the centre of the room. This room will be a central point to visit during the evening with
different entertainment options creating the pinnacle of the evening.
ANDREWS
TITANIC SUITE THE BRIDGE
GALLERYCANAPES ON HEAVY HORS FRESH LOCAL DESSERT
ARRIVAL D’OEUVRES FOOD STATIONS
Sample Menu
This evening, guests will be greeted with trayed champagne &
Canapes
cocktails and light canapes in the Atrium of the Titanic. As the - Fivemiletown Boillie Goats Cheese Arancini & Armagh Apple Chutney
evening goes on and guests move through the different event - Portavogie Prawns on Wheaten Bread with Marie Rose
spaces, heavier hor d’oeuvres will be served around the - Gracehill Black Pudding Bon Bons with garlic aioli
building – light enough to carry in guests hands but ultimately
filling. Using the freshest of local ingredients, your group will Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres & Finger Food Options
have the opportunity to sample some of the best food in - Kilkeel Seafood Chowder
Northern Ireland. Afterwards, several dessert stations will be - Braised Northern Ireland Beef & Wilsons Champ
set up to finish off the meal in style. - Fermanagh Lissara Farm Chicken Skewer with a Honey & Sesame Seed
Glaze
Desserts
- Bitter chocolate pops with rose and candy
-Chocolate brownie mascarpone and cherry cream
- Red velvet and vanilla bean logThe Titanic Building itself is steeped in a theme from the beginning. To build on this further, we suggest
prop stations around the building to enhance the nautical theme to set the scene.
Suitcases, fresh vegetable arrangements, wooden props & candle holders set up around the building will
set the scene. Burlap linen pod tables and wooden stools feed into the servants quarters idea and fits in
with the third class cabin & “below the decks” atmosphere of the hooley scene with entertainment to
match.
AV & Décor price dependent on choiceFor the more luxurious part of the building, the first class cabins & the magnificent Titanic Suite with the iconic centre staircase - will be dressed opulently reflecting the interiors on board the ship. Between beautiful centrepieces, iridescent pod table linens & elegant draping, these areas will have a different feel in them which reflect the space around them. This won’t impact on the atmosphere of fun & frivolity around the building but will bear resemblance to the actual change in décor on the Titanic itself & continue the event’s progression & transition. AV & Décor price dependent on choice
As guests arrive into the expansive atrium space, they will be greeted by an array of character actors who will be roaming through the crowd throughout the evening and interacting with guests. Choose from the likes of the singing mermaid, the Titanic chef, Captain Ramsey on stilts with tales of the high sea & some shanty’s. Pirate peg will inject some energy bringing out everyone's inner pirate while Captain John Stewart will tell the tale of the Titanic, it being his last voyage and adventure.
Once guests are into the atrium, a choir will perform welcoming them to the Titanic. The choir will burst into song and kick start the evening with gusto! Traditional Irish ensembles will be placed around the galleries playing music where appropriate to keep the entertainment alive and well celebrating Irish cultural heritage along the way. A string quartet can play the original Titanic score and period music for another atmosphere again. The sheer size of the Titanic Museum means that the scope of entertainment is vast – we can arrange to have traditional, classical & modern music & dance work in different areas throughout the building for different experiences along the way.
We suggest that at the beginning of the night, a guard of honour of drummers will stand outside the Titanic building playing guests into the atrium with a piper. Later on, they will provide a drumming extravaganza which will provide the main entertainment to wow your guests. We can get up to 100 drummers to create a spectacular performance linking in with professional Irish dancers for an evocative show. Due to the size of the group, we suggest hosting this performance rotating the performers around the building to ensure everyone gets the same experience. The piece of music was written specifically for the Titanic. Click here for a video example of Titanic Drummers (3:30 – 5:00)
TWO MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANTS LOCAL EATERIES WITH AMAZING FRESH FOOD
EXCITING CAPITAL AT THE EDGE OF EUROPE
THE OLD AND THE NEWSTUNNING 5* LUXURY HOTEL IN WICKLOW NESTLED IN WICKLOWS NATURE
THE POWERCOURT HOTEL Whisk yourself away to a Palladian estate tucked into the lush woodlands of County Wicklow. Take an enchanting stroll amidst the gentle green hills and sparkling lakes of Powerscourt Gardens on Ireland’s east coast. These sumptuous surroundings combine the luxury and tranquility of country living with city chic as the cosmopolitan flair of Dublin is within a stones throw distance. The Powerscourt Hotel, County Wicklow brings together natural beauty and dignified accommodation. The hotel boasts 194 spacious guest rooms which include 124 suites and 23 club level rooms, many of which feature panoramic views and terraces. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s outstanding spa in one of the 20 treatment rooms or the 2 private spa suites. Gordon Ramsey at Powerscourt is a signature restaurant from the world-renowned chef and is one of 3 exceptional dining facilities within the hotel. Powerscourt also boasts 36 holes of championship golf along with more than 10,000 square feet of meeting space. Known as The Garden of Ireland, the County of Wicklow is famed for its many beautiful and formal gardens throughout the stunning and epic landscape. Dating back as far as 1731, Powerscourt Gardens include Italian designs, Japanese Gardens and a magnificent Walled Garden.
Powerscourt House & Gardens have been voted in the top gardens of the world and this evening it will be the backdrop for an exclusive dinner in the Stunning Ballroom.
ACTIVITY OPTIONS – DUBLIN
CULTURAL
DUBLIN HISTORICAL TOUR
Visit Trinity College and view Ireland’s greatest treasure the 9th richly decorated Book of Kells. Trinity College was founded in 1592 and modelled after the
collegiate universities of Oxford and of Cambridge. It is one of the seven ancient universities of Britain and Ireland, as well as Ireland's oldest university. The Book
of Kells is a veritable masterwork of Western calligraphy each page contains sixteen to eighteen lines of script written in black, yellow, purple and red ink – and is
adorned with figures of humans, animals and mythical beasts. The tour also includes a visit to the barrelled vaulted Long Room – Trinity’s research library which
houses some of the oldest books in the world and Ireland’s oldest harp.
Continue to St Patrick’s Cathedral. In 1991 St Patrick’s Cathedral celebrated 800 years of worship. Since disestablishment, Saint Patrick’s has been the National
Cathedral for the whole of Ireland. The Cathedral welcomes over 300,000 visitors each year. The glory of the building and its many monuments make this place of
worship a very unique place.ACTIVITY OPTIONS – DUBLIN
CULTURAL SITE SEEING
TASTE OF IRISH CULTURE TOUR
This tour is not for the faint hearted!! Depart hotel with private coach and accompanied by professional local guide who will point out all of the landmarks en
route giving a background to whiskey and Guinness in Ireland.
The Teeling Whiskey Distillery is located in the ancient market square called Newmarket, an area long associated with brewing and distilling and where Teeling
continue the three copper pot still operation of traditionally brewing Irish whiskey. It is a unique experience as this is an actual working distillery giving you the
chance to capture the real spirit of Dublin! It is the first new distillery set up in Dublin in over 125 years and is bringing the craft back into the very heart of the city
centre. During your tour you are guided through the vast and impressive distillery rooms to see how exactly the whiskey is made, where it is matured and the
importance of wood in this process. At the end of the Tour you will take part at a tutored tasting.
Next stop is at the Guinness Storehouse which is situated in the heart of old Dublin. The Storehouse is your introduction to the world’s famous creamy stout and
has been converted into one of Dublin’s finest venues. It is a self-guided tour through the world of Guinness that ends with a pint of Guinness overlooking Dublin
City in the Gravity Bar. Often surprising, always entertaining, the adventure begins the moment you walk through the door and into the building's giant, pint
shaped heart of glass. As you wander up through Guinness Storehouse, you'll discover what goes into making the black stuff - the ingredients, the processes, the
passion. You also have the chance to try to ‘pull your own pint’!ACTIVITY OPTIONS – DUBLIN
CULTURAL SITE SEEING
DUBLIN NORTH COAST TOUR
Depart Hotel with luxury transport and guide. You will drive along the North Dublin Coast, towards Malahide Castle, which is set on 250 acres of
park land and served as both a fortress & private home for nearly 800 years. The Talbot family lived here from 1185-1973.
You will then be taken on a private guided tour through the Castle, which is one of Ireland’s oldest & most historic locations with an excellent
collection of period furniture & Irish oil portraits, mainly from the National Gallery. The medieval Great Hall is the only one in Ireland that is
preserved in its original form. Next you will step outside for a walk around the Talbot Botanic Gardens.
Depart Malahide Castle and drive towards Howth Marina. Along the way you will pass magnificent coastal scenery and then arrive in Howth,
crossing the nearby summit of Howth Head where you will have a panoramic view of Dublin Bay. You may take a leisurely stroll out to the
lighthouse to get a closer look at Ireland’s Eye and enjoy the slow pace of this quaint little village. In Howth we can arrange for Guinness and
oysters in Aqua restaurant overlooking the sea or an Irish coffee demo or music lesson in the Abbey Tavern, a quintessential Irish pub with a vast
history before returning via the coast road to the city centre enjoying the beautiful scenery on the way.ACTIVITY OPTIONS
from DUBLIN
CULTURAL HIGHLIGHT
DAY AT SLANE CASTLE & SLANE DISTILLERY
Slane Castle Estate, located in the heart of The Boyne Valley, Co. Meath. Ireland – just 1 hour from Dublin city centre is home to the Conyngham
Family and more recently the birthplace to Slane Distillery which is housed within the 250-year-old stables of the iconic Slane Castle estate. The
new distillery pays homage to the resilient nature of our heritage and the surrounding lands that we call home. Allow the storytellers to immerse
you into the wonderful world of whiskey, heritage and Rock n Roll. The fabrics of the Conyngham family tapestry are carefully woven through an
interactive and immersive tour of our state of the art working distillery and the Castle is the ideal location to host your exclusive event boasting a
number of unique and stunning rooms including King George IV Ballroom.
The guest are invited to an exclusive day event with Tour of the Castle, Tasting at the Distillery and exciting activities on the grounds of the
Castle incl. Archery, Air Rifles, Celtic Challenge and Falconry. Followed by an exclusive Lunch in the Castle to taste the highest standard of
Irish hospitality.ACTIVITY OPTIONS – DUBLIN
CULINARY
FABULOUS FOOD TRAIL
Meet your local food guide for an exciting ‘Fabulous Food Trail Tour’ this walking tour is considered the best food and cultural off-the-beaten-
track experience to be had in Dublin as it offers you the opportunity to discover wonderful Irish food and be a local for the afternoon.
During your tour you will meet the people whose family have traded in one spot for generations, and the food artisans who have introduced new
products reflecting the modern Irish table. During this gentle 2 – 2 ½ hours soak in the culture while you enjoy samples of delicious foods at 6- 7
premises.
FABULOUS FOOD TRAILTo create a special Welcome to Ireland reception at your hotel, we suggest creating Irish prop stations around the room. There will be whiskey barrels, baskets of fruit and veg and carts full of brick –a–brac! We can upgrade the linens to burlap material and have special Irish themed centerpieces to feed into the Traditional Ireland theme and really immerse guests in the destination! We will set up a farmers market with Baileys Tastings, cheesemongers etc. to give guests a chance to meet the local producers. We will add to the Welcome to Ireland theme with Dublin’s Fair City Character actors who will greet on arrival and mingle with guests throughout the evening. The characters will bring the décor to life and offer photo opportunities as well as a fun interaction for the whole group. We can organise for a traditional Irish band to play bringing all elements of the evening together with the characters teaching guests an Irish dance or two! Alternatively we can arrange for a harpist or string quartet to play depending on how much of the theme the event leans into.
7 STORY VENUE ON THE SITE OF THE GUINNESS BREWERY Guinness has been successfully brewed in the Guinness Storehouse since 1759 and now they’re presenting the history of Ireland’s world famous stout in their 7 story visitor attraction in one of the old fermentation plants. The building has been transformed into the world largest pint of Guinness ready for your group to explore. The Store House is situated on Crane Street in one of the oldest parts of Dublin what is still part of the massive brewery, one of the biggest in the world. This evening Nissan will be in the Storehouse afterhours, going through the interactive visitor exhibition before dining in the charming Arrol Suite. Named after Sir William Arrol, the man responsible for the steelwork of London’s Tower Bridge, Scotland’s Forth Bridge and Dublin’s Guinness Storehouse. The room retains all the original steelwork and tiles from the old brewery enhanced beautifully by some clever uplighting, the rest of the room will be dressed in a black and white theme to suit the venue. Pint pulling stations will be set up to allow guests the opportunity to learn how to pour the perfect pint of the black stuff & earn their pint pulling certificate!
To match the venue, we suggest creating a black & white
theme for the night. We can arrange for black and white
chair covers, enhanced linens and upgraded place settings
to make the evening more special.
Always a talking point is the centrepieces we can create
using a dyed Guinness glass & white flowers for high boy
tables as well as a larger arrangements for the main table
creating the illusion of a pint of Guinness!
For entertainment we suggest recreating an Irish dancing
flash mob to surprise your guests. Our dancers will be
wearing aprons and serving your guests from earlier on in
the night, suddenly just after dessert has been served, a
drummer will appear and will starting playing. The servers
will suddenly burst into dance all around the room creating
a spontaneous Irish dance! Click on the link below to get a
sense of how this might work and create the focal point for
the evening.
https://vimeo.com/189781434The Powerscourt Townhouse is located in the very heart of the creative quarter in Dublin’s city centre. It was once the city residence of the Lord Powerscourt, an esteemed aristocrat in the 18th century and he would use this house to entertain while he was in the city. The beautiful Georgian House was transformed and now is a high end shopping mall filled with independent shops, boutiques, antique galleries & cafes. It’s all based around the large space in the middle, the former courtyard which has been roofed. This evening Nissan will take over the Townhouse exclusively and restore it to it’s former glory by hosting a Gatsby themed welcome evening in the courtyard. Guests will enter through the old Georgian entrance, receive a glass of champagne and enter the courtyard which has been cleared completely and is set up in round tables for a sit down meal. Hanging from the roof there will be elegant draping which later on will compliment the amazing silk & hoop aerial artists who will perform and create a spectacular welcome to Ireland!
Tonight the cathedral opens its doors exclusively for you! Founded in 1172 by Normans on the site of an earlier church, Christchurch was originally a Viking Church. It is today an Anglican cathedral that has been fully restored at the end of nineteenth century. Several funerary monuments are visible, like the tomb of Strongbow, the first Norman conqueror of the Island. Christchurch has a crypt which extends under most of its length.
Located on the outskirts of Dublin, Luttrellstown Castle is the venue where David and Victoria Beckham chose to have their lavish wedding many years ago. We suggest building a purpose built marquee on the grounds of the Castle which can hold your whole group for a sit down meal. As guests look back over the landscape, the magnificent sight of the uplit castle will greet them creating a beautiful backdrop.
EVENING ENHANCEMENTS
PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE FARMERS MARKET
PRIVATE SPECIALIZED WHISKEY TASTINGS
Experience the Irish produce and producers up close and in action learning about
Whiskey expert will set up a tailored and exclusive Whiskey tasting with a
and tasting a real piece of the Irish Culture and lifestyle. A unique way to start your
special twist. Guests will leave never looking at Whiskey in the same way
diing experience.
again!
WHISKEY TASTING FARMERS MARKETEVENING ENHANCEMENTS
VINTAGE BUS
VINTAGE CARSFANTASTIC VARIETY OF RESTAURANTS CREATIVE & EXCLUSIVE IRISH DINING EXPERIENCES
ANUNA
CELTIC DAWN
AFFINITI
KEYNOTESRUSTIC ELEGANCE DÉCOR
RUSTIC ELEGANCE DÉCOR
TRADITIONAL IRISH THEMED DÉCOR
TRADITIONAL IRISH THEMED DÉCOR
GALA DINNER DÉCOR
GALA DINNER DÉCOR
For an unique evening dinner today, we suggest going back in time to a Grand Victorian Garden Party. Revisit the trappings and niceties of a
nostalgia and bygone era by recreating a classic garden party in a marquee in the Walled Garden in Adare Manor.
With original period props, antique furniture, large floral displays bringing the outside into the marquee, garden games on the lawn and
actors to bring the whole event alive – this will be a spectacle to remember. A pop up shop with tweed flat caps and Irish woolen scarves
will be set up for guests to choose their own room gift as well as live entertainment roving through the crowd.Today we want to turn the ballroom into the set of the popular series Downton Abbey. With pre dinner drinks either on the lawn or if the pre-function area, guests will enter a new wing of the hotel but feel like they are being transported back in time to the beginning of the 20th century in all it’s opulence.
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SCARVES FROM AVOCAPERSONALIZED ENGRAVED WATERFORD CRYSTAL JAMESON BTL
Request for Proposal (RFP) SITE INSPECTION POST SITE INSPECTION PROGRAM
Sent to Hotels 22nd Feb 4th August 2016 x 5 Program Set 9th Sept 2017 – Pre Con
Meeting
2016 days
Sent to DMCs 15th 3 DMCs: All DMCs asked to re quote. Numerous 10th – 17th Sept 2017 Program
• Odyssey Conf. Calls Operated
March 2016 • Moloney & Kelly
• Ovation
1 – Third Party Planner 28th October 2016 – M&K selected as DMC 22nd Sept – Final Invoice Issued
1 – Corp. End Client partner
62 Suppliers Involved Signed Contract – 16th Jan 2017 20th Oct 2017 - Closed@SiteIreland
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