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Conference

'Imbas'

26th-27th November 2025 • Westport

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'Imbas'

The 2025 IAAT Conference

IAAT will hold its Annual Conference in Mayo this November, with the kind support of Mayo County Council. Day 1 will feature a day of adventure activities followed by a tourism showcase and B2B Marketplace. Day 2 will then feature talks, panel discussions and an inspirational keynote address.

When

Wed 26th & Thu 27th November, 2025

Location

Knockranny House Hotel, Westport, F28 X340

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Why should you join this event?

Great Speakers

Be informed and inspired by industry leaders

Networking

Meet industry colleagues to share challenges and opportunities

Collaborations

Attend the B2B Marketplace and build collaborations for success!

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Meet our speakers...

Alice Mansergh

CEO, Tourism Ireland

Jean Yves Lapeyrere

President, European Confederation of Outdoor Employers

Pol OConghaile Travel Writer Broadcaster

Pól Ó Conghaile

Travel Editor - Irish Independant

Colin Wolfe

Chair IAAT & Director, Ireland Wild Escapes

Eoghan O'Mara Walsh

CEO, ITIC

Muirti O Cearnaigh

Managing Director, Mara Education & Leisure

Brendan Kenny

CEO, IAAT

Knockranny House Hotel, Westport, Co. Mayo8.30am - 4pm

Adventure Activity Showcase

Day one of the conference will offer delegates exciting local adventure activity options that showcase the world-class experiences available in Mayo. Lunch will be included in all options.

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Knockranny House Hotel, Westport, Co. Mayo6pm - 9pm

Tourism Showcase & Networking Event

Following a B2B marketplace session featuring domestic & international tour operators and IAAT partners, a local tourism Showcase will highlight the best of what Mayo has to offer. It's a brilliant opportunity to meet tour operators, activity providers, agents and other stakeholders from all over Ireland to discuss potential collaborations. There will also be live entertainment on the evening.

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Knockranny, Westport, Co. Mayo8am

Talks, Panel Discussions & Breakout Sessions

Thursday 28th will feature a series of brilliant insights and inspiration from industry leaders through talks and panel discussions. The theme of this year’s conference is ‘Imbas', reflecting the old Irish art of gaining knowledge or inspiration from listening to nature. There will be 3 options for educational breakout sessions and the final schedule will be updated here shortly.

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