Join the Irish Self Catering Federation

The Irish Self Catering Federation (ISCF) is the national body recognised by Fáilte Ireland to promote and develop the interests of the self catering sector in Ireland. The ISCF has a National Council representing both group and individual members in the different regions.

John O'Connell, ISCF Chairperson, heads the 12-person National Council. Our membership is diverse, and we welcome all self catering operators, irrespective of the number of properties that they have.

Marketing and Lobbying for Self Catering in Ireland

Your membership includes:

• Representation of members at national level in matters of tourism policy with organisations such as Fáilte Ireland, Tourism Ireland and ITIC, (Irish Tourist Industry Confederation).
• Development of marketing and PR opportunities for members
• Website listing with a link to your website or, if you don’t have a website, a dedicated page on our high ranking website
• New website and booking engine to be launched in early 2010 for our members to promote their properties
• Advice on training opportunities available to the sector, we work with Fáilte Ireland in developing courses to meet the identified needs of members.
• Regular newsletter of developments in our industry, both at home and abroad. We’ll keep you informed, so that you are empowered to make the best decisions for your business.

What our members say about us

• “Being a member of the Irish Self Catering Federation has meant that even though I am an individual property owner, I can enjoy the huge benefits of a larger organisation i.e. reduced costs in marketing – global representation and other perks. The staff in ISCF are really friendly and always available to listen if I have a problem. I am proud and delighted to be accepted as a member of the ISCF” Catherine Redmond, Wexford.

• “I am most impressed with the level of communication between the Irish Self Catering Federation and their members. I now know what is happening within our industry Sector”. Mary Normoyle, Limerick.

 

• "Joining the ISCF helps us to meet the challenge of creating a sustainable tourism product that meets the needs of the discerning traveller, and adds an additional marketing tool to boost year-round occupancy. We believe it is essential to be part of a professional, friendly organisation that supports accommodation providers, and promotes quality assurance. " Delphine Geoghegan, Wicklow

Join ISCF now to develop your self catering businesses. ISCF is run by self catering operators for self catering operators. It is your organisation.

 

Current Exclusive Membership Benefits Package

Receive Payment by Credit Card

Would you like to be able to receive payment from your customers by credit card? Elavon Merchant Services, an independent credit card payment expert, and the 4th largest credit card processor in Europe, is offering the following exclusive rates to ISCF members:

• €15.00 +VAT terminal rental per month
• Where Credit Card Turnover <€500K, a rate of 1.77% will be applied to Visa and 1.79% to MasterCard transactions, turnover >€500K, a rate of 1.37% will apply to Visa and 1.39% to MasterCard transactions. Where >10% of transactions are taken over the phone a rate of 1.92% shall apply to Visa and 1.94% to MasterCard.
• No joining fee or monthly min. service charge. Terms & conditions apply.
• An analysis of one member’s account showed a saving of 28% compared to another major Irish Bank, on a credit card turnover of €10,000 p.a., for “over the phone” transactions.

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Huge savings - up to 50%
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Shanley Brennan Associates Ltd  (Building Energy Rating (BER) Assessors)

Shanley Brennan Associates offers Nationwide coverage for your building energy rating assessment and certificate.  They will also offer you advise on ways to improve your buildings energy efficency.

Linen Direct

Linen Direct supply Towels, Quilts, Pillows, Mattress protectors, Blankets, Bedspreads, Table cloths, napkins, cots and cot bedding to the tourist trade. As an ISCF member you can avail of:

• 10% discount on list price of all products
• No delivery charge on orders exceeding €300, ex VAT. Next day delivery, (DHL).

 

Wireless broadband

Having trouble getting broadband? Try permaNET for wireless broadband. See www.permanet.ie (coverage in most parts of the South East and South West Counties)

 

Self Catering Guide 2010

ISCF Individual Members can avail of a discount in the Self Catering Guide, published by Global Print & Media/Tony Meighan Ltd.
 

VHI Healthcare Special Offer for ISCF Members

LifeStage Choices Plans-10% discount.

 

Conaty Catering Supplies

Conaty Catering Supplies can supply a full range of top quality kitchenware, glassware and tableware for your self catering properties.

• 10% discount on list price of all products
• No delivery charge on orders exceeding €250 ex VAT. Next day delivery.
• Full kitchen starter pack to comply with Fáilte Ireland inventory requirements

 

 

 

HOW TO JOIN

Complete the membership application form below. Alternatively, contact us for more details. Phone 0818 300186. Email info@iscf.ie

 

 

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