The Gathering brought in an extra 275 thousand visitors this year – generating 170 million euro for the local economy.
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The initiative was roundly criticised, notably by actor Gabriel Byrne, who described it as a ‘shakedown’.
But it’s been acknowledged as driving growth in the key US market – which saw double-digit growth. Tourism Minister Leo Varadkar called it a success, but said repeating it would prove difficult.
