Dates

    22–24 Jan 2027

    City / country

    Dublin, Ireland

    Venue

    Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex

    Time

    9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The Holiday World Show Dublin 2027 will take place from January 22 to 24 at the Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex.

    This event is a premier travel exhibition, showcasing a wide range of destinations and travel options, attracting thousands of visitors eager to explore holiday opportunities.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates: January 22-24, 2027
    2. 2Location: Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex, Dublin
    3. 3Over 550 exhibitors showcasing diverse travel options
    4. 4Expected attendance: 40,000 visitors
    5. 5Special ticket offers available from September 2026

    Why visit

    Visitors can explore a vast array of travel options, engage with industry professionals, and discover exclusive show-only deals.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain direct access to thousands of potential customers, enhance brand visibility, and network with industry leaders. The Holiday World Show is a vital platform for the travel industry, connecting exhibitors with a large audience of potential travelers. It highlights emerging trends and provides insights into consumer preferences, making it essential for industry stakeholders.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Travel enthusiasts seeking new destinations
    Families looking for vacation options
    Adventure seekers interested in unique travel experiences
    Couples planning romantic getaways
    Retirees exploring leisure travel opportunities
    Young professionals seeking affordable travel options

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Tour operators showcasing vacation packages
    Hotels and resorts promoting accommodations
    Travel agencies offering booking services
    Destination marketing organizations
    Airlines presenting flight options
    Car rental services and transportation providers

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Adventure travel packages and experiences
    Luxury accommodations and resorts
    Family-friendly vacation options
    Cultural and heritage tourism experiences
    Cruise packages and river cruises
    Eco-tourism and sustainable travel options

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex

    Ballsbridge, Dublin D04 E6N6, Ireland

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    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    Trade onlyJanuary 22, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Public & TradeJanuary 22, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    January 23 – 24,10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    • Adults

      €10.00

    • Senior Citizens

      €5.00

    • Students

      €5.00

    • Family Price

      2 Adults & up to 4 children

      €20.00
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Business Exhibitions Limited

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

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    reported

    Visitors: 25,000

    This edition

    2027

    Visitors: 40,000

    Exhibitors: 550

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Prior-edition figures sourced from post-show reporting for 2026; confirm against organiser press release when available. The most recent edition recorded 25,000+ visitors. The Holiday World Show Dublin 2027 will take place from January 22 to 24 at the Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex. This event is a premier travel exhibition, showcasing a wide range of destinations and travel options, attracting thousands of visitors eager to explore holiday opportunities.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Travel enthusiasts seeking new destinations, Families looking for vacation options, Adventure seekers interested in unique travel experiences, Couples planning romantic getaways. Dates: January 22-24, 2027. Location: Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex, Dublin. Over 550 exhibitors showcasing diverse travel options. Expected attendance: 40,000 visitors. Documented attendance reached 25,000+ visitors in the reference edition. Holiday World Show Dublin 2027 attracts an audience aligned.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain direct access to thousands of potential customers, enhance brand visibility, and network with industry leaders. The Holiday World Show is a vital platform for the travel industry, connecting exhibitors with a large audience of potential travelers. It highlights emerging trends and provides insights into consumer preferences, making it essential for industry stakeholders. Exhibitor categories include Tour operators showcasing vacation packages, Hotels and resorts promoting accommodations, Travel.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Dublin (Ballsbridge / RDS Main Hall Complex), Ireland — national consumer travel and holiday fair serving the island of Ireland, with inbound UK and European visitors.

    Why it matters

    Holiday World Show is Ireland's largest consumer travel fair, staged at the RDS every January at the start of the peak holiday booking season. It concentrates Irish outbound demand — tour operators, cruise lines, airlines, tourist boards, hotel groups and destination suppliers — into a single three-day window, making it the most efficient place to test Irish-market offers, gather consumer research and build trade partnerships for the year ahead.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Cruise capacity growth from Irish and UK ports

    02

    January booking window and early-bird pricing

    03

    Short-haul city breaks and value Mediterranean packages

    04

    Long-haul and experiential 'bucket list' travel

    05

    Sustainability and expert advice in a digital-first market

    European consumer and trade travel-fair circuit

    Plan 8–12 weeks ahead for a visitor trip and 6–9 months ahead for exhibiting or stand sharing at peer events.

    Holiday World Show sits in a dense January–March window of consumer and trade travel fairs across Europe; exhibitors commonly plan stands across several of these events in the same season.

    January consumer-fair window

    Holiday World Show (Dublin), Fitur (Madrid), Vakantiebeurs (Utrecht) and the UK Destinations Shows cluster in this period.

    Spring trade window

    ITB Berlin anchors B2B travel trade contracting for the coming season.

    Autumn trade window

    World Travel Market London is the main autumn contracting event for Irish and UK operators.

    Peer-event names, host cities and websites from public fair listings; dates shift annually — confirm each event's dates and venue before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Dublin city centre and Smithfield/Talbot Street — 15–25 minutes from Ballsbridge by Dublin Bus or DART plus a short walk

    USD 90–140 / night

    January is low season for Dublin hotels, so city-centre budget rooms are usually available; add EUR 3–4 per bus/DART journey to the venue.

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    Mid-range
    Ballsbridge / Merrion Road / Pembroke Road — walking distance to the RDS Main Hall Complex

    USD 150–230 / night

    Book 3–6 weeks ahead for the show weekend; these hotels are the closest practical base for the RDS.

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    Premium
    Ballsbridge and central Dublin (Simmonscourt Road, Grand Canal Dock, St Stephen's Green)

    USD 280–450 / night

    Premium rates quoted are typical January room rates and can spike on show weekend; confirm cancellation terms when booking.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costAED 40–55 (metered taxi off-peak)
    Best forDXB Airport (DXB) to Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex

    Red Line metro serves DWTC and Expo City when applicable.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forDWC Airport (DWC) to Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forSHJ Airport (SHJ) to Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted

    No visa required for short visits by UK, EU/EEA, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and many other nationals. Ireland is outside the Schengen area but inside the Common Travel Area with the UK.

    Ireland accepts ATA Carnets for temporary admission of exhibition goods, commercial samples and professional equipment; arrange the carnet through your national chamber of commerce before shipping stand materials.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Late January in Dublin is cool, damp and changeable: typical daytime highs of 7–9 °C and night-time lows of 2–4 °C, with rain or showers on roughly 12–14 days of the month (around 60–70 mm) and occasional wind, frost or light sleet. Pack a waterproof coat, warm layers and waterproof footwear for walking between the RDS halls and Ballsbridge hotels.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Ireland.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping

    Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory: 10–12% in restaurants when service is not already included, around EUR 1–2 for bar or table service, and about 10% for taxis.

    Business etiquette

    Irish business culture is informal and conversational — first names are standard and handshakes are customary; short small talk before business is expected, but punctuality for meetings matters.

    Networking, dress and VAT

    Pub and hotel-bar culture is central to after-show networking, so smart-casual dress works for both the show floor and evening meetings. Ireland's standard VAT is 23%, and non-EU visitors can reclaim VAT on eligible purchases under the Retail Export Scheme.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: DXB

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Dublin; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Ireland is in the Common Travel Area but not in the Schengen area. UK, EU/EEA, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and many other visa-exempt nationals do not need a visa for a short business or tourist visit (up to 90 days). Nationals of visa-required countries (e.g. India, China, South Africa, Turkey, Nigeria) must obtain an Irish Short Stay 'C' visa before travel — EUR 60 single entry / EUR 100 multiple entry, applied for online via AVATS then submitted to the relevant Irish embassy or VFS centre, normally allowing about 8 weeks. UK visa holders may be able to use the British-Irish Visa Scheme for Ireland.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Apply online through AVATS (Irish visa online application), then submit passport, photos, itinerary, accommodation and host/exhibitor invitation to the relevant Irish embassy or VFS centre. Fees are non-refundable. Multiple-entry grants are at the visa officer's discretion; evidence of previous compliant travel strengthens the application.

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: DXB Airport (DXB); DWC Airport (DWC); SHJ Airport (SHJ). Allow road or rail time to Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex: Dublin city centre and Smithfield/Talbot Street — 15–25 minutes from Ballsbridge by Dublin Bus or DART plus a short walk: Premier Inn Dublin City Centre (Gloucester Street South), Generator Dublin (Smithfield), Jacobs Inn Hostel (Talbot Street); Ballsbridge / Merrion Road / Pembroke Road — walking distance to the RDS Main Hall Complex: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, Herbert Park Hotel, Maldron Hotel Ballsbridge; Ballsbridge and central Dub

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Dublin; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: January 2027

    Temperature: 3–9 °C typical for late January in Dublin (night-time lows of 2–4 °C, daytime highs of 7–9 °C), with occasional frost and rare light sleet.

    Seasonality: January is among Dublin's wettest and windiest months — expect rain or showers on about 12–14 days (roughly 60–70 mm) and only about 8.5 hours of daylight. Bring waterproof outerwear, layers and an umbrella.

    Packing: Late January in Dublin is cool, damp and changeable: typical daytime highs of 7–9 °C and night-time lows of 2–4 °C, with rain or showers on roughly 12–14 days of the month (around 60–70 mm) and occasional wind, frost or light sleet. Pack a waterproof coat, warm layers and waterproof footwear for wal

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Saturday 23 January 2027

    The middle day of the Friday 22 – Sunday 24 January 2027 run: all exhibitors are on the floor, the stage programme and show-only offers are at full density, and you can still split the visit across two days — Friday 22 for quieter trade conversations and Sunday 24 if you want the family/consumer atmosphere. Arrive at opening to beat the busiest aisles.

    1

    Verify passport validity and Ireland entry requirements for your nationality — Check your passport expiry date against the 22-24 January 2027 Holiday World Show Dublin dates and confirm entry rules on the official Irish immigration resources before booking anything.

    2

    Book return flights to Dublin for the show window — Target arrival 21 January 2027 and departure 25 January 2027 to cover all three show days at the Royal Dublin Society Main Hall Complex.

    3

    Reserve a hotel in Dublin for 21-24 January 2027 — Prioritise properties in Dublin city centre or around Ballsbridge so you are within a short trip of the RDS Main Hall Complex.

    4

    Complete online visitor registration and claim your badge — Register through the Holiday World Show Dublin site at holidayworldshow.com and save the confirmation email or QR code for badge collection.

    5

    Download the floor plan and exhibitor list — Shortlist the stands, destinations, tour operators and technology suppliers you want to visit across the three halls.

    6

    Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Contact exhibitors and the organiser ahead of the show to lock in appointment slots instead of queuing on the stand.

    7

    Shortlist seminar and workshop sessions — Review the Holiday World Show Dublin programme and block the sessions that match your travel trade or holiday planning priorities.

    8

    Plan local transport to the RDS Main Hall Complex — Compare Dublin Bus, Luas and DART options plus taxi fares, and note the journey time from your hotel to the venue.

    9

    Prepare meeting materials and travel documents — Bring business cards, company profile, meeting notes, and a UK/Ireland Type G plug adapter plus portable charger.

    10

    Pack for Dublin in January and confirm day-1 arrival plan — Dublin in late January is cold and often wet, so pack warm layers and a waterproof coat, then plan to arrive early on 22 January for badge collection and orientation.

    Side trips

    2

    Howth Head and village

    Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains

    Networking spots

    3

    RDS Main Hall exhibit floor — operator and tourist-board stands

    On-site

    Best for short, scheduled conversations with tour operators, airlines and tourist boards; quietest in the first hour after opening and in the final 90 minutes.

    RDS venue café and hospitality areas between halls

    On-site

    Practical meeting point for follow-ups; the RDS also has bars, dining and conference/private-hire space on the complex.

    Ballsbridge hotel bars (Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, Herbert Park Hotel, InterContinental Dublin)

    5–15 minutes' walk from the RDS

    Where exhibitors and trade visitors typically continue conversations after the show closes.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · Adults

    EUR 10 / per person

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    visitor · Senior Citizens

    EUR 5 / per person

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    visitor · Students

    EUR 5 / per person

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    visitor · Family Price

    EUR 20 / per person

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You want market intelligence, supplier contacts and show-only booking offers without committing to a stand.

    Best for

    Independent travel agents, tour operators, travel media and consumers comparing Irish-market package, cruise and long-haul offers in one place.

    Min. budget

    $520.00

    Timeline

    Same-day decision; book 2–4 weeks ahead for cheaper Dublin hotel rates and airfare around the show weekend.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Late-January Dublin hotel rates rise around the show weekend; book early.

    Visa-required nationalities need ~8 weeks for an Irish short-stay visa.

    exhibit

    You can staff a stand for the full Friday–Sunday run and have a consumer-facing offer for the January booking window.

    Best for

    Tour operators, airlines, cruise lines, tourist boards, hotel groups and activity providers selling directly to Irish consumers and trade.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    6–9 months before the show for stand space, shell scheme, freight, staffing and travel.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm booth pricing with the organiser.

    Three days of stand staffing plus Dublin accommodation in peak January booking season.

    skip

    Your target market is not Ireland/UK outbound travel, or budgets are committed elsewhere in 2027.

    Best for

    Suppliers with no Irish consumer or trade channel, or those prioritising larger European trade fairs such as ITB Berlin or WTM London.

    Timeline

    Not applicable — monitor the show remotely via organiser updates and exhibitor news.

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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    Official imagery from Holiday World Show Dublin 2027

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