Salve Sports Tourism Abroad

  Welcome to the official blog for Salve Regina University’s Sports Tourism in Ireland program! Over the next few weeks, we invite you to follow along as our students dive into the rich cultural and economic world of sports tourism - all while traveling through one of the most beautiful and historically vibrant countries in the world. This faculty-led academic program brings together 18 students from diverse academic backgrounds to explore how sports shape national identity, tourism development, and international perceptions. Along the way, we’ll have the opportunity to: Attend the Joe McDonagh Cup and the Leinster Hurling Final at Croke Park  Explore the GAA Museum in Dublin   Meet a member of the Limerick City Council who will discuss plans for the Ryder Cup coming to Limerick in 2027   Visit the Cliffs of Moher Learn from the Head of Tourism for County Cork Explore the famous Bunratty Castle  Surf in Lahinch of County Clare And visit many local organi...