Who We Are Kildare Tourism Network
Kildare Tourism Membership
Into Kildare is the official tourist board for County Kildare. Supported by Kildare County Council, the primary remit of Into Kildare is the marketing of tourism in the county, aligning with national initiatives including Ireland’s Ancient East.
Into Kildare also engages with stakeholders as the voice of tourism in the county and representing over 100 tourism and hospitality businesses drive tourism growth and develop Kildare as a leading visitor destination for the benefit of the industry. By becoming a partner of Into Kildare, you are showing your support for tourism in the County and benefit from a co-ordinated tourism marketing strategy with access to a marketing platform reaching a national and international audience. As a not-for-profit organisation, all fees are reinvested in developing and marketing the County.
We are here to help. Members of Into Kildare can expect the following benefits:
- IntoKildare.ie website listing including description, contact details, social media details and images.
- Social media posts – Into Kildare has over 28,000 followers over 3 very active platforms.
- Access to meet ups with sector groups and various guest speakers.
- Invitation to Kildare Fáilte Networking Events to meet like-minded businesses and individuals.
- Inclusion in any relevant press releases, fam trips, domestic and overseas promotion of the County.
- Feature in consumer ezines and marketing campaigns.
- Representing members locally, nationally and internationally at trade shows and events.
- Into Kildare members will be included in the tourism brochure for the County.
- Opportunity to connect with our digital experience officer to showcase your property across our digital channels.
- Access to the Into Kildare and We Care in Kildare brand, adding strength to your business and providing assurance to visitors.
- We want to support your business to thrive in a vibrant and competitive tourism industry.
Who Membership is For:
Membership is open to tourism-facing businesses across County Kildare, including:
- Hotels, guesthouses & self-catering.
- Visitor attractions & heritage sites.
- Restaurants, cafés & gastro-pubs.
- Golf resorts & equestrian centres.
- Activity providers, tour companies, guides.
- Event venues, wedding venues & conference spaces.
- Retail, craft & food producers.
- Transport & visitor services.
Why Join? The 8 Big Benefits
Together, we’re stronger. As a partner of Into Kildare, you benefit from a co-ordinated tourism marketing strategy and gain access to a marketing platform reaching a national and international audience. As a not-for-profit organisation, all fees are re-invested in developing and marketing the County.
- Reach thousands of visitors planning their trip on IntoKildare.ie.
- Promote your business to 35,000+ social followers across our platforms.
- Feature in official brochures & county campaigns in Ireland and abroad.
- Access PR, media & trade opportunities including fam trips.
- Get hands-on digital support from our dedicated tourism team.
- Connect with the tourism community at networking events & training.
- Be part of the long-term strategy shaping Kildare’s visitor economy.
- Early access and a preferential rate for Taste of Kildare.
Into Kildare welcomes tourism and hospitality businesses of all sizes from across County Kildare. Whether you are an accommodation provider, visitor attraction, food or drink business, activity provider, retailer, or tourism-related service, there is a partnership tier to suit your business.
No matter your size or stage of growth, Into Kildare provides a platform to help you connect with visitors planning a trip to County Kildare and Ireland.
Into Kildare offers a range of partnership tiers designed to suit different types and sizes of tourism businesses. Each tier provides varying levels of exposure and marketing support.
As a not-for-profit organisation, all membership fees are reinvested directly into marketing and promoting County Kildare as a visitor destination, benefiting all partners.
For full details on partnership tiers and pricing, please contact the Into Kildare team.
Membership with Into Kildare gives your business access to a coordinated county-wide tourism marketing platform and a range of promotional opportunities, including:
- A listing on IntoKildare.ie promoted across social media channels reaching over 35,000 followers.
- Inclusion in the official County Kildare tourism brochure distributed nationally and internationally.
- Presence across marketing campaigns, print, radio, digital media and newsletters.
- Opportunities to feature in itineraries for press, bloggers, travel writers and trade visits.
- Visibility at major national and international trade fairs and consumer shows.
- Access to networking events, training, and industry insights.
- Direct support and advice from the dedicated Into Kildare tourism team.
- Early access and preferential rates for Taste of Kildare.
Together, these supports help drive awareness, referrals, and visitor numbers to your business.
The Members Portal gives you direct control over your Into Kildare business listing and access to important partner information.
Through the portal you can:
- Create and update your business listing.
- Add images, contact details, website and social media links.
- Keep your business information current and accurate.
- Access updates, resources and information shared by the Into Kildare team.
Keeping your listing up to date ensures visitors always have the correct information when planning their visit.
Creating and maintaining your listing is simple through the Members Portal.
When setting up your listing, you should include as much detail as possible, including:
- Business name and description.
- Contact information.
- Website and social media links.
- TripAdvisor link.
- Location details.
- High-quality images.
Once submitted, your listing is reviewed by the Into Kildare team before going live on IntoKildare.ie.
We recommend logging into your account at least once every 12 months to keep your listing active and ensure all information remains up to date.
Into Kildare is a not-for-profit organisation. Your membership fee is fully reinvested into promoting County Kildare as a visitor destination.
This includes funding:
- National and international marketing campaigns.
- Brochure production and distribution.
- Digital marketing and social media promotion.
- Trade fairs, consumer shows and familiarisation trips.
- Industry events, training and partner supports.
By joining Into Kildare, you are contributing to a collective marketing effort that benefits the entire tourism community across the county.
More Information
Frequently Asked Questions
A quick guide to the most common questions businesses have when joining Into Kildare. Explore the topics below to learn more about membership, listings, and how we support your tourism business.
Ready to grow your reach?
Become an Into Kildare Member
1
Apply Online
Fill in a short online application with your business details.
2
Review
Our team contacts you to assess and recommend the best partnership tier.
3
Approval
Once approved, we’ll set you up with your login details for the Member Portal — your central hub for managing your membership.
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Payment
You can securely pay for your yearly membership online through the portal.
5
Create Your Listing
Build your business listing — adding images, descriptions, contact information and more.
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Go Live!
Once approved, your listing goes live, showcasing your business to visitors discovering the best of Kildare.
Submit an Event
Got an event? Send us the details via our submission form and let Into Kildare help spread the word!