A Warm Welcome Back to Waterford’s Welcome Ambassadors
Waterford’s Welcome Ambassadors made a very welcome return to Waterford last weekend. Since 2011 the Waterford Welcome Ambassadors initiative has been supported by Waterford City and County Council and Waterford Chamber.
Welcome Ambassadors meet and greet cruise liners and coaches and offer visitors local tips on Waterford’s amazing and unique offering, covering all things to see and do. The ambassadors advise visitors on places to eat and drink by offering recommendations of where best to enjoy Waterford’s culinary delights. The team have a wealth of knowledge on Waterford’s culture and heritage and assist visitors on how to get to the many spectacular locations and attractions we have all around County Waterford.
Deputy Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Adam Wyse said, “It is fantastic to have friendly volunteers on the streets helping visitors find their way around Waterford. Much thanks must go to all the volunteers who give their time to provide the service; their pride in promoting Waterford is inspiring.”
The Volunteer Centre recently moved to a new office which is located at 21 O’Connell Street. Réka Széplaki, Manager of the Waterford Volunteer Centre, said, “The welcome ambassadors do amazing work in promoting County Waterford and providing an extra layer of comfort to help our visitors become orientated. We are very proud of the work the programme delivers, and we look forward to the busy season ahead.”
Mealla Fahey from Lismore Heritage Centre & Visit Waterford added, “I really admire the passion the welcome ambassadors bring to the different communities across Waterford, they truly deliver a richer visitor experience. The volunteers play a key role and are an asset to tourism in Waterford.”
Waterford Chamber oversees the Programme in Tramore through the Tourist Information Centre and Lynda Lawton, Operations Officer, remarked, “Visitors to Waterford are treated to so many unique cultural and historical experiences, but what makes it even more special is the Volunteer Welcome Ambassadors. They are so knowledgeable, warm and bring the city and county to life. Not only that, but they are an incredible source of information for our own Waterfordians and are only too happy to help.
“Waterford Chamber is proud to facilitate the Tramore Welcome Ambassadors through the Tourist Information Hub, under the stewardship of Johnny O’Grady.”
The Waterford Welcome Ambassador Programme runs every weekend in Waterford City, Tramore, Lismore and in Dunmore East.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer Waterford Welcome Ambassador email vicky@volunteerwaterford.ie for more details or drop into the volunteer centre in O’Connell Street.
