A leading Galway tour operator was elected to the board of the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) at their Annual General Meeting at Dublin’s InterContinental Hotel last week.

Maura Fahy of Fahy Travel takes her place on the board of the ITAA, which represents Ireland’s travel Industry, bringing together over 100 travel agent members and 70 affiliate partners.

Maura, whose father Sean V Fahy is a past editor of the Connacht Tribune, runs a thriving business on Bridge Street in the heart of Galway city.

As leading member of the ITAA members, she joins over 140 outlets in different towns and cities throughout the Republic of Ireland. All travel agent members are financially guaranteed to trade in the Republic of Ireland.

The AGM also heard that Angela Walsh, CEO and founder of FROSCH Ireland, has been officially re-elected as President of the Irish Travel Agents Association.

“It is a great honour to be elected as president of the Association. I am extremely grateful to begin working to further the association’s mission as we look forward to a brighter future of travel,” said the President.

“I am very excited to work with the board and members as we bring new ideas to life. With new solutions and voices, we will continue to support and enhance the travel industry together,” she added.

Pictured: Maura Fahy of Fahy Travel