Our Team
Thistle DMC is a boutique destination management company, with decades of experience creating unique programs for business and leisure travel. Based in Dublin, we employ a team of highly experienced travel professionals.
Our team hails from all corners of the globe and we speak multiple languages. We are passionate about what we do and we always work closely with our clients to ensure your service is delivered with a personal touch.
Nicola Hegarty
DMC General Manager
Nicola Hegarty
DMC General Manager
Nicola is from Dublin and holds a BA in International Marketing and Languages. With over 20 years’ experience in Irish tourism, you want her as your Destination Manager when planning a trip to Ireland.
Email Nicola today and be inspired by how much she knows nicola@eirebus.ie
Madde Ots
Manager European Markets
Madde Ots
Manager European Markets
Madde hails from Estonia and holds a BA in Languages from Tallinn University. While she may be the newest member of the Eirebus DMC team, she comes with a wealth of global tourism experience – 14 years’ to be exact! Madde’s in-depth understanding of Ireland’s unique travel destinations is enriched by her knowledge of new and hidden gems that every visitor to Ireland must see.
Email Madde now and reveal these secret destinations: madde@eirebus.ie
Alison Clarke
Manager USA & Canadian Markets
Alison Clarke
Manager USA & Canadian Markets
A native of the Boyne Valley in County Meath, Alison has an IFTA/ UFTAA Diploma in Travel and Tourism. In her 18 years’ working in tourism, she has worked with clients from all over the world on leisure, incentive, special interest, sports tours and more.
Email Alison directly to plan your group trip to Ireland: alison@eirebus.ie
Yumi Sheils
Manager Japanese Market
Yumi Sheils
Manager Japanese Market
Yumi has 16 years’ experience working in customer services, sales, marketing and translator roles in both Ireland and Tokyo, where she is from. She has a BA in Social Anthropology and Geography from the University of London. Yumi is completely dedicated to creating and delivering the perfect bespoke travel packages – she loves a challenge.
Email Yumi straightaway to create the perfect leisure travel program: yumi@eirebus.ie
