Celebrations Are Underway At Fota Wildlife Park Today The Mark The 10 Millionth Visitor
The Cullinane's from Tuam Co Galway walked through the gates this morning
They received a rapturous welcome from visitors and staff and were handed the prize of a safari trip to South Africa.
The wildlife park in Carrigtwohill is one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions, with almost half a million visitors passing through the gates in 2018.
Speaking to RedFM News at Fota Wildlife Park, Marketing Manager Roisin Fitzgerald says today is a momentous day for Cork tourism:
Speaking to RedFM News after the shock win, Catherine Cullinane from Tuam said she and her family are delighted with the win:
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