Lonely Planet Donegal 2024 4th best Global Destination

Lonely Planet: Donegal 2024’s 4th best Global Destination

In a surprising turn of events, Lonely Planet has bestowed the title of the fourth-best region in the world to visit in 2024 upon Ireland’s charming county, Donegal. Topping the charts over renowned locales such as Southern Thailand and the Swahili Coast in Tanzania, this recognition adds a new layer to Donegal’s allure.

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2024 guide showcases Donegal’s exceptional features, highlighting its claim to fame with “the highest sea cliffs in Europe at Sliabh Liag, at 601m (1972ft), and miles of unspoiled coastal hiking trails along the Wild Atlantic Way.” The guide also commends Donegal for its ancient forts, vibrant musical traditions, and rich heritage of the Irish language, making it an immersive experience for the curious traveler.

Alice Mansergh, Chief Executive Designate of Tourism Ireland, exclaims, “It’s really great news that Donegal has been named the fourth-best region in the world to visit in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2024.” She acknowledges the positive impact this accolade will have on inspiring international travelers to include Donegal on their holiday wish list for the upcoming year.

Capitalizing on this momentous recognition, Tourism Ireland is gearing up for an extensive promotional campaign to showcase Donegal’s unique charm. This includes a major PR and publicity push targeting travel and lifestyle journalists globally, collaboration with renowned travel photographers with substantial social media followings, and a robust social media campaign across Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Tourism Ireland plans to leverage the Lonely Planet accolade by featuring a dedicated page on its international website, Ireland.com, adorned with the prestigious Best in Travel 2024 logo. This strategic move aims to captivate global audiences and solidify Donegal’s status as a must-visit destination for 2024.