ITF World Championships October 2017

Dublin

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CONTENTS2 FOREWORD

4 EXECUTIVESUMMARY

6 LETTERSOFENDORSEMENT

10 IRELANDEXCELS

12 THEORGANISINGCOMMITTEE

14 TOURNAMENTVENUE–CITYWESTDUBLIN

16 ACCOMMODATIONFORTHE2017ITFWORLDCHAMPIONSHIPS

18 DUBLINASHOSTCITY

22 DUBLIN–CITYOFLIVINGCULTURE

26 ACCESS

30 STAYALITTLELONGER

32 FLIGHTTIMESMAP

FOREWORD Achill Island, Co. Mayo – The curragh is a lightweight boat made with strips of wood and covered with a canvas

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FOREWORD

Dear Grandmaster Trajtenberg, ITF Board Members and National Delegates

I am very excited to present to you our bid to host the ITF World Championships in 2017. We want to bring you to our beautiful country and capital city of Dublin where you will be met with Céad míle fáilte (100,000 welcomes). You will experience first hand the famous Irish hospitality, sense of humour and fun. You’ll also enjoy the comfort and convenience of a venue and hotel that is like nothing else in Europe. If you can picture the international mixing pot of an Olympic village and the convenience of a state of the art competition venue just outside the hotel reception then you’re very close to picturing what we have ready for you.

We have a very capable and dedicated organising committee ready to make sure your visit to Ireland is smooth and that the only stresses you experience are from the competition floor. Starting with the short transit from Airport to hotel, the possibility of having all competitors staying under one roof, a 30 second walk to the competition floor, warm up areas available all week next to the main floor, room for up to 12 tatamis, 2 elevated rings… we’ve planned everything with our guests in mind.

Please enjoy this document, showing you some of what Dublin and Ireland have to offer. We very much look forward to meeting you in Ireland in October 2017.

Taekwon Adrian Byrne VI Dan Organising Committee Member

Dun Aonghase a prehistoric fort dating to 1300BC, located at the edge of a 100 metre high cliff on the island of Inis Mor, Co. GalwayEXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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EXECUTIVESUMMARY

Organising CommitteeMr Mark Buckley – ITA Tournament Director

Mr Stephen Ryan – ITA Secretary General and Chair of the ITF Communications Committee

Mr Adrian Byrne – ITF Ireland Head Coach

Mr Roy Baker – President of Kickboxing Ireland and member of the WAKO Board of Directors

Event HotelThe Main Hotel for the 2017 ITF World Championships will be the Citywest Hotel, Dublin.

Unique

• All competitors staying in one hotel

• Easy to meet friends and socialise

• Gym and Sauna access from 6:30am to 10:30pm

• No need for transport between hotel and arena

Features

• Rooms to accommodate 2000 guests

• Free WiFi throughout

• Fully equipped gym

• 20m Swimming Pool

• Sauna, Jacuzzi, Steam Room

• LUAS (light rail) link directly to Dublin City Centre

World Championships 2017 VenueThe Citywest International Conference and Events Centre comprises of over 17200m2 space over 3 floors.

Unique

• We will provide up to 20 fully matted competition areas for team warm up for the full duration of the event, Monday to Sunday.

• Free Wi-Fi access for over 2,000 simultaneous users

Access

Dublin is a major hub for international aviation with direct flights available to 281 cities around the world.

LETTERS OF ENDORSEMENT

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IMAC is a National Governing Body for Martial Arts in Ireland, IMAC, Greenside House, 45 - 47 Cuffe Street, Dublin 2, Ireland. www.imac.ie

12-05-2015

Grand Master Pablo Trajtenberg ITF President,

Dear Grand Master Trajtenberg,,

The Irish Marital Arts Commission is a National Governing Body for Martial Arts in Ireland. The ITA is the representative for TKD within the Commission.

We would like to whole heartedly support their application for the hoisting of the 2017 World TAEKWON-DO Championships, in October, at City West Hotel and Conference Centre, City West, Saggart, Co Dublin.

We are sure the ITA and its dedicated competent championship hosting team will not disappoint you or your board of directors, they are highly competent professionals who have significant experience in hosting, National and International events of this importance and size.

The venue itself is without question a unique facility in Europe if not the world, it offers luxurious accommodation all in one place coupled with a world class conference centre capable of hosting and exceeding all your needs. It has hosted a number of prestigious world Championships in the past.

We can assure you that if the ITA and their team are successful they will have the support of IMAC and The Irish Sports Council supporting the event. We do hope you look favourably on their application.

Brendan Dowling ______________________________ Brendan Dowling, IMAC President

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A view of the Citywest Conference and Event Centre with 176,000 sq ft of space over three floors all within one minute’s walk from the competitors hotelIRELAND EXCELS

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IRELANDEXCELS

Knowledge CapitalExperienced professionals, world-class researchers, multi-national organisations and innovative start-ups have all made Dublin their home. Over 1,200 overseas companies have chosen Ireland as their European base and are involved in a wide range of activities in sectors as diverse as e-Business, ICT, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, financial and international services. Half the world’s top fifty banks have operations in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) in central Dublin. In total, there are almost four hundred and thirty international institutions directly operating from Dublin with a further seven hundred managed entities carrying on business under the IFSC programme. Ireland is a key location for the pharmaceutical and chemical industry in Europe. Nine of the top ten companies in the world have operations in Ireland. There are eighty three overseas healthcare companies and over half of these companies are involved in research and development, with a number of companies having dedicated research and development centres. The top ten independent software companies in the world all have significant operations in Ireland.

Social Media CapitalAs the location for European headquarters of companies such as Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, eBay, Zynga and Twitter, Dublin has become not only the internet capital of Europe but a social media hub for Europe. A report in 2011 showed that 84% of all Irish Internet users used social networks with more than 2 million Irish profiles on Facebook and one in 5 Irish people having a twitter account. It is therefore wholly appropriate that Dublin would play host to the world’s global social media travel writers in 2013.

Did You Know…that Ireland is home to 8 of the top 10 pharmaceutical and 15 of the top 25 medical devices firms?

10 of the world’s top-selling prescription drugs are made in Ireland – Ireland is a giant in medical technology. With €6.9 bn in exports of medical devices, Ireland is the 2nd largest exporter of medical devices in Europe after Germany. Ireland employs more than 24,000 people in 160 medical technology companies, 80 of which are indigenous.

• Ireland is the largest provider of cross-border life insurance in the EU with 16.4bn in premiums in 2009.

• The total US investment into Ireland is greater than into Brazil, Russia, India and China – COMBINED!

• We produce enough beef each year to feed 30 million Europeans. 1 out of every 5 burgers served in McDonalds in Europe is made from Irish beef.

• Half of the world’s fleet of leased aircraft is managed from Ireland.

• Drink up – the Brew House at the Guinness Brewery in St James’ Gate has the capacity to produce over 4-million pints of the ‘black stuff’ every day.

THE ORGANISING COMMITTEE

The River Liffey meanders serenely through Dublin City on its way to the Irish Sea. Many bridges span its expanse not least of which is the famous pedestrian “Ha’penny”

Bridge as pictured on the contents page. In recent years the city has grown, more bridges for pedestrian and vehicle traffic have been added. The most famous of these is the Samuel Beckett Bridge pictured above, designed by Santiago Calatrava. It was inspired from the shape of the harp, a historical and prominent symbol of Ireland. The steel cables mimic

the strings from the instrument. This bridge has breathed new life into one of the world’s oldest architectural genres which in turn enhances this beautiful river and city.

Samuel Beckett Bridge

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THEORGANISINGCOMMITTEE

Mr Mark BuckleyITA Tournament Director

Mr Stephen RyanITA Secretary General and Chair of the ITF Communications Committee

Mr Adrian ByrneITF Ireland Head Coach

Mr Roy BakerPresident of Kickboxing Ireland and member of the WAKO Board of Directors

TOURNAMENT VENUE – CITYWEST DUBLIN

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TOURNAMENTVENUE–CITYWESTDUBLIN

World Championships 2017 VenueThe Citywest International Conference and Events Centre comprises of over 17200m2 space over 3 floors. The 3 storey auditorium, which is located only 20 meters from the hotel entrance, offers flexibility and adaptability.

This venue has been host to a very wide range of conferences, conventions and sporting events including:

• Wako Kickboxing World Championships 2011

• Invasion Dublin Star Wars Convention 2012

• Top Gear Festival 2010

• Masters of Dirt (Motorcross) 2012

• Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition 2009-2010

• Disney on Ice 2015

Unique

• We will provide up to 20 fully matted competition areas for team warm up for the full duration of the event, Monday to Sunday.

• Free Wi-Fi access for over 2,000 simultaneous users

Features

• Ground floor exhibition area 7,500m2

• 3,900m2 Exhibition Centre over 2 further floors

• 34 multi purpose meeting rooms

• Easy access

• Technical assistance

• Exhibition services

• HGV access to main arena

• Complimentary parking for more than 3,500 vehicles

• Luas (Light Rail Network) providing direct access to Dublin city.

• Full audio visual and production

ACCOMMODATION

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ACCOMMODATIONFORTHE2017ITFWORLDCHAMPIONSHIPS

Event HotelThe Main Hotel for the 2017 ITF World Championships will be the Citywest Hotel, Dublin. This is a truly unique property, located just 20 minutes from both Dublin City and Dublin International Airport. Combining the old world charm of a country house hotel, with state of the art conference and event facilities, Citywest Hotel is truly a world class conference and leisure destination and one of the finest hotels in Ireland.

Unique

• All competitors staying in one hotel

• Easy to meet friends and socialise

• Gym and Sauna access from 6:30am to 10:30pm

• No need for transport between hotel and arena

Features

• Rooms to accommodate 2000 guests

• Free WiFi throughout

• Fully equipped gym

• 20m Swimming Pool

• Sauna, Jacuzzi, Steam Room

• Multiple restaurants and bars

• Christy O’Connor Jnr. Championship golf course

• LUAS (light rail) link directly to Dublin City Centre

DUBLIN AS HOST CITY

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DUBLINASHOSTCITY

What Dublin has to offerDublin is an exciting and inspirational city eager to extend a warm welcome to visitors from across the globe. Scoring high on essential criteria such as suitability, accessibility, facilities and service, Dublin delivers in its own inimitable way.

Captivating experienceDublin is a breath of fresh air, a truly unique capital that’s steeped in tradition yet young at heart. In the historic, compact city centre there is lots to do and see, and visitors will love the rich selection of galleries, national museums which have free entry, restaurants, pubs and shops, not to mention the traditionally warm welcome from Dubliners.

Traditionally high visitor turnoutWorld-renowned for our warm welcome and genuine sense of fun, the Irish people’s enviable passion for life promises to entice colleagues and peers from around the globe, guaranteeing high attendance at any international event.

Easy accessIreland, ideally located on the edge of Europe, is less than an hour from London, less than two hours from Paris or Brussels and just six hours from the east coast of the US by air. Dublin airport is the 11th largest in Europe in terms of international traffic, which has more than 149 destinations served by 33 scheduled airlines. A brand new terminal opened in 2010, increasing its capacity to well over 30 million passengers a year. It is only 12km from the city centre and is served by bus and taxi taking less than 20 minutes to get to the city centre.

Local TransportationDublin city itself is small and compact, and is tailor-made for carefree exploring by foot. It also has an excellent transport system, which includes an urban rail system (DART), a stylish new tram network (LUAS) and an extensive city/countrywide national train and bus service. A universal public-transport access card is available allowing delegate’s access to all parts of the city by bus, DART or Luas. Taxis are plentiful and reasonably priced by international standards.

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Entry (Visa) RequirementsAll visa applications are now made on-line using the AVATS on-line facility on www.dfa.ie. Citizens of certain countries require a visa to travel to Ireland. Applicants should note that all non-EU citizens, whether visa-required or not, will be subject to ordinary immigration controls at the port of entry. An Irish visa is not an entry permission in itself but is rather a document giving permission to present at a port of entry to seek admission to the State.

SafetyDublin is a safe and welcoming city. The city is one of the friendliest in Europe and maintains a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

VATVat registered organisations can also reclaim VAT on accommodation costs for their participants.

Tax BenefitsNon-EU residents are entitled to reclaim the VAT paid on items purchased and taken home with them.

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“For Dublin can be heavenWith coffee at elevenAnd a stroll in Stephen’s GreenThere’s no need to hurryThere’s no need to worryYou’re a king and the lady’s a queenGrafton Street’s a wonderlandThere’s magic in the air

There’s diamonds in the lady’s eyesAnd gold-dust in her hairAnd if you don’t believe meCome and meet me thereIn Dublin on a sunny Summer morning”

From the “Dublin Saunter”,

made famous by the Irish actor Noel Purcell

DUBLIN – CITY OF LIVING CULTURE

Spontaneous, exciting, laid-back, exhilarating, action- packed, intoxicating, warm & genuinely friendly, Dublin

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DUBLIN–CITYOFLIVINGCULTURE

Dublin, Ireland’s capital is a city that truly captures your imagination.

Cobbled alleys, Viking remains, Georgian squares. Dublin’s history

goes back over a thousand years. Step back in time in this city full of

literary landmarks, from the James Joyce Tower to Trinity College,

alma mater of many of Ireland’s greatest writers.

Steeped in history and youthful energy, Dublin is a medieval city

where the charming and cosmopolitan converge in delightful

diversity. Fine museums and art galleries chronicle Dublin’s long and

colourful past, while the pubs and cafes buzz with traditional and

contemporary entertainment.

Throughout Dublin city and county you will find an abundance of

visitor attractions to discover and explore, from the most majestic

museums to more modern centres of entertainment. Whether your

interest is sport, history, art or literature, whether you want to follow

a heritage trail, visit a zoo, eat in a castle or follow in the footsteps

of Dublin’s many musical greats, there’s something for everyone in

Dublin and a story at every glance.

The Dublin RegionCounty Dublin is ideally situated on the east coast of Ireland and

just a 20 minute journey will bring the visitor from the bustling city

to the charming coastal towns and villages of the county which dot

the sometimes rugged sometimes sanded coastline and provide

boundless opportunities for craft shopping, water sports, seafood

dining and picturesque walks against the spectacular backdrop of

Dublin Bay.

Enjoying Dublin Dublin is home to the friendliest people in the world. Add to this live

music, packed pubs, hip clubs and plenty of culture plus a real passion

for sport and you have everything you need for a madly memorable

time in Dublin!

It is no secret that Dubliners love to party. Dublin’s unique spirit of

fun and entertainment is evident in the many festivals and events

organised throughout the year. Below are some ideas for discovering

Dublin city and region:

• Visit some of Dublin’s most historic sights, including Trinity

College, the book of Kells, Dublin Castle, Dublinia, Christ Church

Cathedral, the Dublin Writers Museum and the Old Jameson

Distillery to name but a few.

• Take part in the Literary Pub Crawl around Dublin’s pubs, which

have been frequented by literary luminaries, such as James Joyce,

Oscar Wilde and Brendan Behan.

• Enjoy the delights of shopping around the designer stores on

Grafton Street and the Powerscourt Centre.

• Golf at the K Club, home of the Ryder Cup 2006.

• Savour a pint of the black stuff while enjoying 360 degree views

of the city in the Gravity Bar in the Guinness Storehouse.

• Enjoy a day of being pampered at one of Dublin’s top Spas.

• A Treasure Hunt of Dublin City. This will take place over an hour

and a half and consists of three components: the Clues round,

the Scavenger hunt and the Bar challenge.

• Enjoy a day’s sailing experience on a tall ship or speed around

Dublin bay in high speed ribs.

• Taste your way around Dublin with the Fabulous food trail which

showcases Irish handmade foods and artisan producers.

• Enjoy foot tapping hand clapping traditional Irish music and dance

at Johnnie Fox’s pub, the Merryploughboy, the Abbey Tavern and

Taylors Three Rock Pub.

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DUBLINANDTHEARTSDublin is a city that truly captures your imagination. Intimate as a

village, sophisticated as a metropolis, friendly as your local pub, the

capital city of Ireland is a centre of infinite interest and activity. Dublin

embodies two very distinctly different features – its rich and varied

history and cultural life which coexists happily with the ever changing,

vibrant beat of contemporary life.

Dublin’s illustrious literary tradition dates back over a thousand years

and in 2010, Dublin was designated a UNESCO City of Literature.

Birthplace of James Joyce and Nobel Prize for Literature winners

William Butler Yeats, George Bernard Shaw and Samuel Beckett, and

home of The Book of Kells, Dublin is a truly inspirational city.

Music and song play a large part in the artistic make-up of Dubliners.

The city provides a showcase for all facets of such talent from which

traditional Irish Folk musicians such as The Dubliners, The Chieftains

and contemporary artists like U2, Chris De Burgh, Sinead O’Connor

and Glen Hansard have found inspiration and international popularity.

Music, whether it be classical, traditional or contemporary is

very accessible in Dublin, often experienced with its natural

accompaniment – dance. Visitors may try their hand at traditional set

dancing or dance the night away at one of the numerous trendy night

clubs that illuminate Dublin’s night sky and carry the beat of the city

well into the morning hours.

Internationally renowned artists are frequent visitors to the city with

an abundance of first class performances as varied as the Bolshoi

Ballet to the staging of rock concerts. Comedy and cabaret also

feature strongly in the entertainment line-up and can be sampled at a

multitude of impressive venues across Dublin.

Caravaggio, The Taking

of Christ (1602), with

kind permission of the

Jesuit community who

acknowledge the generosity

of Dr. Marie Lee Wilson

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National Museum

of Ireland,

Archaeology and

History, Dublin

The National

Concert Hall,

Dublin

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The LUAS tram system connects Dublin City Centre with the suburban areas

Modern, forward thinking, effective, efficient, fastcomfortable, friendly, safe, enjoyable informative

ACCESS

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ACCESSDublin AirportDublin Airport is one of Europe’s busiest airports, with more than

33 airlines flying to over 149 destinations. Dublin Airport now offers

services to 29 airports in the UK and the ever expanding European

network now covering 100 airports. It recently underwent a €395

million investment programme, to include a new passenger terminal

which will increase annual passenger capacity to over 30 million.

Dublin Airport manages an average of 60,000 passengers per day,

rising to 80,000 during the peak season, with more than 600 aircraft

movements every day.

Some Facts about Dublin Airport• Dublin Airport is located 12km north of Dublin city centre

• Dublin Port Tunnel – cuts journey time from the airport to the city

centre, to 12-15 minutes.

• Private/public bus services that operate from the airport: Aircoach, Airlink.

• Taxis are readily available for hire outside the airport (a taxi journey

into the city centre from the airport should cost approximately €25).

• Most international car rental companies also have representation

in the airport terminal.

• Check-in capacity of 165 desks.

Dublin Ferry PortsEven though Ireland is an island, access is easy by air or sea.

Passengers arriving in Dublin have a choice of two disembarkation

points, depending on which ferry company they use. Dublin Port

is very centrally located, only minutes from Dublin city centre. Dun

Laoghaire is situated to the south of the city, about 30 minutes from

the city centre. There are excellent ferry connections daily from the

UK and mainland Europe.

Getting Around Dublin City• Dublin is compact and easily ‘walkable’.

• Almost 10,000 taxis.

• Buses: Dublin Bus operates the city’s bus routes running

from 06:00-23:30.

• Train: DART, Suburban and Intercity Trains.

• LUAS: State-of-the-art Light Rail Transit System.

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AIRACCESSTODUBLINDublin has excellent direct air access from all major and secondary European cities. See below air access internationally into Dublin Airport.

Great BritainAberdeen

Birmingham

Blackpool

Bristol

Bournemouth

Cardiff

Glasgow

Isle of Man

Edinburgh

Leeds

Liverpool

London (every half hour)

Manchester

Newcastle

Nottingham

Southampton

EuropeAlicante

Amsterdam

Athens

Berlin

Biarritz

Bilbao

Barcelona

Bologna

Bordeaux

Bratislava

Brussels

Bucharest

Budapest

Burgas

Bydgoszcz

Carcassonne

Catania

Cologne

Copenhagen

Dubrovnik

Dusseldorf

Eindhoven

Exeter

Faro

Frankfurt

Fuerteventura

Gdansk

Geneva

Girona

Gran Canaria

Hamburg

Helsinki

Ibiza

Lisbon

Lodz

Lyon

Madeira

Madrid

Malaga

Malta

Marseille

Memmingen

Milan

Munich

Murcia

Nantes

Naples

Nice

Oslo

Palermo

Palma de Mallorca

Paris

Pau

Perpignan

Pisa

Porto

Poznan

Prague

Rennes

Riga

Rodez

Rome

Santander

Santiago de Compostela

Seville

Stockholm

Stuttgart

Tallinn

Tenerife

Toulouse

Tours

Valencia

Venice

Virona

Vilnius

Warsaw

Zurich

North AmericaAtlanta

Boston

Chicago

Charlotte

Montreal

New York

Orlando

Philadelphia

Toronto

Washington

AfricaAgadir

UAEAbu dhabi

Dubai

RussiaMoscow

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Horse Riding on Rossbeigh Beach, Glenbeigh Killarney, Co. KerrySTAY A LITTLE LONGER

Poetic, lyrical, ancient, beautiful, romantic, dramatic, historic, elegant, cultured and absolutely dazzling, Ireland

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STAYALITTLELONGERDelegates who wish to combine attendance at the conference with a short holiday in Ireland, either before or after the conference, can very easily arrange to extend their visit. Ireland has numerous attractions to offer visitors, all of which are easily accessible from Dublin either by car, bus, train or plane.

Why not extend your stay in this beautiful country and take time to visit the many places of historic interest or take in the beautiful scenery that Ireland has to offer such as:

• Glendalough in Co. Wicklow

• Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny

• The Giant’s Causeway, Co. Antrim

• The Rock of Cashel, Co. Tipperary

• Bunratty Castle, Co. Clare

• The Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare

• Newgrange, Co. Meath

• Titanic Belfast

• The Lakes of Killarney, Co. Kerry

• Glenbeigh National park, Co. Donegal

• Yeats Country, Co. Sligo

• The Gap of Dunloe, Co. Kerry

• Fota Island, Co. Cork

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Emyvale

Kilrea

Howth

Cleggan

An Spidéal (Spiddal)

Portumna

Kinsale

Courtown

Gorey

Portaferry

Bangor

Downpatrick

Ballyclare

Newcastle

Aughnacloy

Magherafelt

DromoreIrvinestown

Newtownstewart

Li�ord

Ballybofey

Rossnowlagh

Stranorlar

Buncrana

Ballyli�en

Moville

CarndonaghGreencastle

MalinCulda�

Portsalon

Rathmullen

Milford

Dunfanaghy

Gortahork

An Bun Beag (Bunbeg)

Ailt an Chorráin (Burtonport)

Gaoth Dobhair(Gweedore)

An Clochán Liath(Dungloe)

Carnlough

Ballymoney

Ballycastle

Portrush

Limavaddy

Dungiven

Ardara

Glenties

Gleann Cholm Cille(Glencolumbkille)

Malinmore

KillybegsKilcar

Beleek

BundoranMullaghmore

Grange

Strandhill

Drumcli�Manorhamilton

Dromahair

Derrylin

Swanlinbar

Ballyconnell

Inishcrone

Crossmolina

Killala

Ballycastle

Bangor Erris

Béal an Mhuirthead(Belmullet)

Keel

Cashel

Mulrany

Newport

Foxford

Swinford

Ballymote

Collooney

CastlebaldwinTubbercurry

CharlestownBoyle

DrumshanboBallinamore

Belturbet

Cootehill

Clones

Carrickmacross

Iniskeen

Kingscourt

Shercock

Kilkeel

Virginia

KellsSlane

Newgrange

Athboy Balbriggan

Skerries

Rush

Swords

Malahide

Greystones

Avoca

Rathdrum

AshfordGlendalough

Clane

Trim

Kinnegad

Granard

Edgeworthstown

StrokestownCastlereaBallyhaunis

Knock

Claremorris

LouisburghRoonah Quay

Leenáun

Renvyle

Letterfrack

ClifdenSraith Salach(Recess)

Roundstone

Ballyconneely

Cárna (Carna)

Oughterard

Headford

CongClonbur

Ballinrobe

An Cheathrú Rua (Carraroe)

Ros an Mhil (Rossaveal)SalthillInverin

Oranmore

Athenry

Kilreekill

Mount Bellew

Lanesborough

Ballymahon

Moate

KilcormacBanagher

Clonmacnoise

TerryglassGort

Mountshannon

DromineerScarri�

Tulla

Killaloe Templemore

Holycross

Urlingford

Durrow

Abbeyleix

Stradbally

Droichead Nua (Newbridge)

Ballyvaughan

Lisdoonvarna

EnnistymonLahinch

Miltown Malbay

Kilkee

Kilbaha

KillimerFoynes

TarbertBallybunion

Ballyheige

Castleisland

Abbeyfeale

RathkealeAdare

Kilmallock

Rath Luirc (Charleville)

CampCastlegregory

An Daingean

(Dingle)

Killorglin

Glenbeigh

Cahirciveen

Waterville

Sneem

Glengarri�

Castletown Bere

Schull

Baltimore

Rosscarbery

ClonakiltyCourtmacsherry

Dunmanway

Inchigeelagh

Macroom

Blarney

Bandon

BallycottonCrosshavenCarrigaline

Ardmore

Millstreet

Kanturk

Buttevant

Fermoy

Watergrasshill

Cahir

Lismore

Dunmore EastKilmore Quay

WellingtonBridge

Fethard

Ballyhack

Passage East

Ferns

Bunclody

GraiguenamanaghCallan

Castlecomer

Thomastown

Bagenalstown

Tullow

Castleblayney

Banbridge

Newtownards

Rosslare

Goleen

Doolin

Cashel

Blessington

Enniskerry

Tallaght

Baltinglass

Cappoquin

Portstewart

Cushendun

Cushendall

Whitehead

Ballinahinch

Donaghadee

Hillsborough

Warrenpoint

Carlingford

Tandragee

Keady

Dunleer

Kilbeggan

Castlepollard

Easkey

Dromore West

Cli�s of Moher

Coleraine

Tullamore

Bantry

Kilkenny

Lisburn

Armagh

Ballina

Castlebar

Longford

Roscommon

Shannon

Listowel

Kenmare

Youghal

Dungarvan

Newry

Monaghan

Enniskillen

Larne

Donegal

Sligo

Dundalk

Drogheda

Dun Laoghaire

Bray

Mullingar

Athlone

Ennis Nenagh

Portlaoise

Naas

Tralee

Killarney

Mallow

Tipperary

Clonmel

Wexford

New Ross

Carlow

Westport

Cavan

Enniscorthy

Tramore

Cobh

Midleton

Mitchelstown

Kilrush

Tuam

Ballinasloe

Loughrea

Ballyshannon

Letterkenny

Ballymena

Lurgan

Portadown

Strabane

Cookstown

Dungannon

Omagh

Ardee

Navan

Maynooth

Athy

Kildare

Birr

Edenderry

Newcastle West

Carrick-on-Suir

Thurles

Roscrea

Portarlington

Wicklow

Arklow

Carrickfergus

Antrim

Rosslare Harbour

Carrick-on-Shannon

Skibbereen

GalwayDublin

Limerick

Waterford

Cork

Belfast

Derry

Irish Sea

Atlantic Ocean

London

1 Hour >>

Barcelona

2 Hours >>

Stockholm

2 Hours >>

Paris

1 Hour >>

Rome

2.5 Hours >>

Berlin

2 Hours >>

Munich

2 Hours >>

Budapest

2.5 Hours >>

Prague

2 Hours >>

Reykjavik

2 Hours >>

Athens

3.5 Hours >>

Vienna

2.5 Hours >>

San Francisco

<< 10.5 Hours

Chicago

<< 7.5 Hours

Toronto

<< 6.5 Hours

New York

<< 6.5 Hours

Amsterdam

1 Hour >>

Dubai

7.5 Hours >>

AVERAGE FLIGHT TIMES

Celtic wall markings at Newgrange Visitor Centre, Donore, Co. MeathConstructed over 5,000 years ago (3,200 B.C.) A World Heritage Site

DUBLIN WOULD BE PROUD TO HAVE YOU AND DUBLIN WILL DO

YOU PROUD

Contact details

Stephen Ryan ITA Secretary General 70 Abbeycourt Ennis Co. ClareTel: +353 86 3049267 Email: sryan@taekwondo.ie

Fáilte Ireland is the National Tourism Development Authority in Ireland and supports this bid. Contact Edel Mitchell Tel: +353 1 8847 897 Email: edel.mitchell@failteireland.ie