
The Last Word with Matt Cooper Staycation Inflation and The Rising Cost of Hotel Rooms
May 17, 2022
In this podcast, experienced hotel industry analyst Paul Gallagher, hospitality industry expert Joan Harrington, and travel journalist Ben Finnegan discuss the soaring cost of hotel rooms in Dublin and across the country. They explore the reasons behind the price hikes, the impacts of rising prices and inflation on the tourism industry, challenges faced by businesses, and the effects of escalating food costs on hotel and restaurant menus. The episode provides valuable insights into the current state of the hospitality sector in Ireland.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Rising Costs and Demand for Hotel Rooms in Dublin
01:32 • 2min
Impacts of Rising Prices and Inflation on Tourism and Hospitality Industry
03:04 • 2min
Challenges and Uncertainties in the Irish Tourism Industry
04:44 • 8min
Effects of Rising Food Costs on Hotel and Restaurant Menus
12:16 • 2min

