ISCF Annual Conference 2026
Join us for the ISCF Annual Conference 2026, bringing together members, tourism professionals, policy experts and guest speakers for a full day of insight, discussion and networking focused on the future of the self-catering sector in Ireland.
About the Conference
The ISCF Annual Conference is an opportunity for owners, managers, partners and industry stakeholders to come together and explore the most important issues affecting Irish self-catering accommodation.
The event will feature keynote talks, practical sessions, policy updates and opportunities to connect with fellow members and partners.
Themes for The Conference
Register for STR at Irish And EU Level
Why the EU is bringing in a Register for STR across the EU and Affordable Housing Act at EU level. What is happening in other EU Countries. How the Dept of Tourism and Fáilte Ireland work together to introduce a Register for STR in Ireland. How to Register.
Sustainable Self-Catering Development
Framework for Supporting Tourism in Ireland, The Planning Proposals and effect. Nature Tourism and effect of climate change. Navigating the Register for STR for the Online Travel Agents and for individual Owners.
Digitalisation and Smart Tourism Tools
What Digitisation tools can be used to support Business. What else do you need to have in place and how will AI affect the future of Holiday Lettings in Ireland. The Future of Self-catering and where do we go from 2026 onwards.
| Theme Session 1 – Register for STR at Irish And EU level | |||
| 9:00 AM | Registration & Welcome Coffee | Arrival, registration and informal networking before the opening session. | |
| 9:30 AM | Opening Address | Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP | |
| 9:40 AM | Tourism from an EU Perspective | Economic Value of tourism to Ireland. Speakers: Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP & Eoghan O'Mara Walsh | |
| 9:55 AM | STR Bookings in Ireland | The Latest Data & Insights | |
| 10:10 AM | The Register for STR Bill | What it means for your business & Navigating the STR Registration Process. | |
| 10:30 AM | Finding the Right Balance | STR Across EU & Affordable Housing. | |
| Tea Break to meet the Partners for Business. | |||
| Theme Session 2 – Sustainable Self-Catering Development | |||
| 11:15 AM | Nature Restoration & Tourism | Greenways, Blueways. | |
| 11:30 AM | Support Framework | The Support Framework for Ireland's STR Industry. | |
| 11:50 AM | Planning Legislation | Planning Legislation for the Short Term Rental Sector. | |
| 12:10 PM | Navigating Legislation | Navigating Irish STR Legislation – the OTA perspective. | |
| 12:20 PM | Future of Tourism | The Irish Perspective on the Future of Tourism. | |
| 12:40 PM | Members Perspective | Members Perspective on the Legislation. | |
| 1:00 PM: Lunch & Networking — An opportunity to connect with members, partners and speakers. | |||
| Afternoon Theme – Digitalisation and Smart Tourism Tools | |||
| 2:00 PM | Food Tourism & STR | The Importance of STR to Tourism and Food Tourism. | |
| 2:15 PM | Practical Solutions | Protecting your STR and Practical Solutions. | |
| 2:30 PM | Technology Options | Technology Options for STR. | |
| 2:45 PM | Quality Assurance | Why QA matters: Building Trust & Raising Standards. | |
| 3:00 PM | Future Generations | The Next Generation of Self-Catering. | |
| 3:20 PM | AI Innovation | AI Transforming the Future of STR Businesses. | |
| 3:40 PM | Special Guest | Keynote presentation. | |
| 3:55 PM | Review of the Day | Key takeaways and observations. | |
| 4:15 PM | Closing Remarks | Summary of the day, next steps and final networking opportunities. | |
Save the Date
Full speaker announcements, final agenda and registration details will be published in September and October.