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Wednesday 27th December, 2023

Book Your 2024 Irish Open Travel with Official Travel Partner MET

By Kelly Saxby
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Following the record-breaking success of the 2023 Irish Open in its new home at the historic Royal Dublin Society in Ballsbridge, Dublin, the festival returns for eight days from March 25 to April 1 2024, and features a €1 million guaranteed Main Event and a €200 buy-in Mini Irish Open with €500,000 guarantee – making it the largest guarantee for a €200 buy-in in Irish poker history.

The 2023 Irish Open Main Event was the biggest poker tournament ever held in Ireland and attracted a staggering 2,491 entries. The prize pool more than double the guarantee at €2,428,725 and players were awarded more than €4.5 million in prize money across the whole festival.

The Irish Open – the longest-running No Limit poker tournament in Europe – is a hugely popular event and a mainstay of the European poker calendar. Thousands attend the event every year and past Main Event champions include the likes of James Mitchell, Kevin Vandersmissen, Ian Simpson, Patrick Clarke, Griffin Benger, Steve O’Dwyer and – most recently – Scottish poker wiz and UKIPT Player of the Year 2023, David Docherty.

As Official Travel Partner of the Irish Open again for 2024, MainEventTravel.com, is offering great Pre-Paid and Pay When You Stay rates at hotels dotted around Dublin, including those within a stone’s throw of RDS.

The partnership with MainEventTravel.com also means that players can book their accommodation, flights and Main Event buy-ins all in one place.

The €1,000,000 guaranteed Main Event, coupled with legendary Dublin hospitality, makes the Irish Open a truly unmissable event. Since it was first held back in 1981, the event is now the longest-running No Limit Texas Hold’em poker tournament in the world after the World Series of Poker. The festival has become a must-attend stop on the international poker circuit for players from as far afield as Australia, Canada and the USA – and provides craic on a level seen nowhere else in the world.

Recommended Hotels Nearby

Herbert Park - 4* - 0.15 miles to RDS

A fantastic four-star hotel that lies close to the main entrance of the RDS and overlooks a magnificent 48-acre park. It’s the perfect place to relax after a hard day at the poker tables with facilities that include a bar, restaurant, coffee shop, and fully-equipped fitness centre.

The Intercontinental Dublin - 5* - 0.17 mile to RDS

Located on two acres of gardens, InterContinental Dublin is the capital's only true five star urban resort where traditional luxury meets old-school glamour. The InterContinental is only a short stroll away from the RDS Arena and all the action on the felt.

The Clayton Ballsbridge - 4* - 0.21 miles to RDS

The hotel is a traditional four-star nestled in the heart of Dublin's gorgeous Ballsbridge district. The hotel is housed in an iconic 19th-century Masonic School that has been restored to the highest standards. With amenities including the newly launched Grandstand Bar & Restaurant, the Red Bean Roastery, and a lovely outdoor terrace, it is the perfect hotel to relax with friends.

Pembroke Townhouse - 4* - 0.50 mile to RDS

Pembroke Townhouse is a 4-star Guesthouse located in the heart of Dublin’s Georgian district, Ballsbridge. Impeccably restored in 2019 & and attentively staffed, they continue to merge traditional Georgian elegance with contemporary style to create a Townhouse with its own unique, welcoming personality.

Hilton Dublin - 4* - 1.22 miles to RDS

Overlooking the Grand Canal in Dublin’s city centre, Hilton Dublin is located less than 1.5 miles from the RDS Arena. The Charlemont tram stop is a two-minute walk, providing easy access to sights, shops, concerts, and the action on the felt. They offer indoor secure car parking, event space, a restaurant and bar, a fitness centre, and free WiFi.

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street - 4 * - 1.23 miles to RDS

The Maldron Hotel is a stylish new hotel in the heart of Dublin 4. Opened in Summer 2022, it’s ideally located for the RDS and offers 4-star rooms, a restaurant and bar, barista coffee, and meeting space.

Staycity Dublin Mark Street - 3* - 1.53 miles to RDS

The Staycity aparthotel is bang smack in the centre of the action, brushing up next to the historic Trinity College and just around the corner from the National Gallery. With great transport links on their doorstep, it makes it easy to travel to the RDS Arena for all the excitement of the Irish Poker Open.

Russell Court - 3* - 1.54 mile to RDS

Steeped in History and Georgian charm, Harcourt Street is now home to Dublin’s liveliest and trendiest bars and nightclubs. The hotel boasts 40 beautifully styled guest bedrooms while incorporating Dublin’s trendiest nightlife experience. The Russell Court Hotel is under 2 miles from the action but is in the heart of Dublin's nightlife.

Staycity City Quay - 3* - 1.6 miles to RDS

The super-central aparthotel boasts views across the famous River Liffey. Just up the road from Trinity College and close to Dublin's City Centre, it is a great hotel to mix both poker and sightseeing.

#FinalTableFreeroll

The Irish Open Main Event is one of the many #FinalTableFreeroll Eligible Events in 2024. Simply book your VIP Package, Hotel or Flights with MET, tag @MainEventTravel #FinalTableFreeroll on socials, and you’ll be in with a shot to win back up to 100% of your Tournament Travel!

Kelly Saxby, MET Retail Sales & Marketing Consultant, said: “This is a truly massive promotion, and we hope to see MainEventTravel awarding players thousands in travel credit this year. Our #FinalTableFreeroll promotion means your entire travel expense could be on us, making you a winner both on and off the table. You are booking poker travel anyway, so why not do it with a provider that gives you an opportunity to win back the value of your tournament travel.

Head to MainEventTravel.com > Promotions for more info. 

Advance Buy-in

In addition to providing packages, hotels, and flights, MainEventTravel.com will also has buy-ins available for purchase online, saving you exchanging and carrying loads of currency in advance of your trip. Register for the Main Event, the Mini Irish Open, the High Roller, the PLO Mystery Bounty, the Ladies, the Seniors, the Liam Flood Memorial, THMC and more.

Bespoke Poker Travel

MET is the Poker Travel site created by Poker Players who know what matters to you! Looking for a bespoke travel package? Email mpf@maineventtravel.com with your requirements and we can create a travel package tailored to you!

Semi-professional poker player and MainEventTravel Managing Director Fraser MacIntyre, said: “We are absolutely delighted once again to be the Official Travel Partner to Europe’s longest-running, most prestigious and lively poker festival. We look forward to assisting every player making their way to Dublin with all their travel needs!  

 

 

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