“WALK IN THE IMAGINARY FOOTSTEPS OF AN IRISH GIANT OF 20TH CENTURY WORLD LITERATURE" THIS FALL AND VISIT ICONIC LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT DUBLIN, GALWAY AND CLARE!
The New York-based group, American Friends of James Joyce (AFJJ) recently announced its first ever James Joyce Literary Tour to Ireland this fall in conjunction with IRISH LINKS Tours and Travel. The 10-day bicoastal Odyssey around the world of Joyce’s literary imagination will take U.S. visitors to the cities and towns ...More
WHETHER YOU'RE A SERIOUS FOODIE OR JUST APPRECIATE GOOD FOOD AND DRINK, GET SET TO ENJOY SOME OF NORTHERN IRELAND'S BEST FOOD FESTIVALS WHICH WILL TAKE THE REGION BY STORM!
A hotbed of fantastic cuisine and delicious home brewed ales and beers, Northern Ireland is a foodies paradise and there couldn't be a better time to visit than 2010 as the province celebrates with a host of festivals that highlight the best local cuisine and talent!
SEE THE INFAMOUS BOSTON BRUINS TAKE ON THE BELFAST GIANTS THIS OCTOBER IN A THRILLING EXHIBITION GAME AT BELFASTS ODYSSEY ARENA!
Belfast is preparing for a sporting event with a difference this October as the world famous Boston Bruins play an exhibition game at The Odyssey Arena, Belfast as part of the NHL Premiere™ Challenge. Marking their first ever game outside of North America, The Bruins will play the Belfast Giants Selects, a unified t ...More
ONE OF BELFASTS MOST ICONIC HOTELS, THE MERCHANT, HAS OPENED A NEW CHAPTER IN LUXURY WITH MORE ROOMS, A LUXURY SPA, ROOFTOP GARDEN, JAZZ BAR AND NEW MEETING FACILITIES!
On August 2nd, The Merchant, one of the most desirable hotels in northern Europe’s fastest growing city, Belfast, added 38 more luxury rooms and suites (to its current 26), six new state-of-the-art meeting rooms and an events facility. A member of the Mantis Group, The Merchant is located in the heart of the histo ...More
THE SPOTLIGHT SHINES ON DUBLINS RICH LITERARY HERITAGE AS UNESCO WELCOMES THE IRISH CAPITAL INTO THE EXCLUSIVE UNESCO CREATIVE CITIES NETWORK!
Dublin has today been designated a city of literature by the cultural arm of the United Nations, UNESCO, making it just the fourth city worldwide to receive the award! The title was bestowed on Dublin by UNESCO director general Irina Bokova. The previous recipients of the permanent title are Edinburgh, Melbourne and ...More
EMBRACE YOUR INNER VIKING, GO WHALE WATCHING OFF THE STUNNING SOUTH COAST, KNIT A TRADITIONAL SWEATER OR DANCE WITH THE LOCALS AS NATIONAL HERITAGE WEEK PROMISES A FUN FILLED AUGUST!
Every year millions of Europeans visit historical monuments and sites throughout Europe on European Heritage Day, which aims to promote awareness of the built, natural and cultural heritage and this year Ireland will be marking the occasion with over 1100 events spanning a full week, from August 21st-29th. ...More
FOLLOWING A HUGELY SUCCESSFUL TOUR OF THE US, INCLUDING AN INAUGURAL EXHIBITION AT THE SACKLER GALLERY OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE, THIS STUNNING COLLECTION OF 16TH CENTURY INDIAN ART RETURNS TO DUBLIN FOR A 3 MONTH EXHIBITION!
A stunning exhibition of paintings from the land of the Taj Mahal, 'Muraqqa', Imperial Mughal Albums', has been recently unveiled at the Chester Beatty Library in Dublin. The Chester Beatty Library, renowned for their eclectic collections and exhibitions holds one of the finest and most important collections of Indian M ...More
FROM ANCIENT CITY WALLS TO VIBRANT MODERN LIVING, LONDONDERRY'S GOT IT ALL - AND NOW IT'S THE UK'S CITY OF CULTURE 2013!
Derry~Londonderry has made history today after winning its bid to be the first ever UK City of Culture in 2013. it was announced that Northern Ireland’s maiden city had won the judging panel’s vote, over the three other shortlisted cities Birmingham, Norwich and Sheffield to take the prestigious title. ...More
WITH 450 BICYCLES AND 40 STATIONS AROUND THE CITY, VISITORS CAN NOW PICK UP A BICYCLE AND PEDEL AWAY TO SEE SOME OF THE CITYS TOP ATTRACTIONS FOR AS LITTLE AS €2!
Dublin City Council have recently unveiled a new self-service bike rental scheme that allows visitors or locals to pick up a bicycle from 40 locations around the city and drop them off at any other bike station of their choice. Based on the Paris Velib model, there are 450 bicycles available to the public at 40 location ...More
THE ENERGY AND ENTHUSIASM OF THE LOCALS, AS WELL AS THE RANGE OF AQUATIC ACTIVITIES ON OFFER, ENSURES LOOP HEAD EMERGED HEAD AND SHOULDERS ABOVE THE COMPETITION!
Fáilte Ireland recently unveiled the Irish winner of their “European Destination of Excellence” (EDEN) competition with Loop Head in Co. Clare being awarded the title of European Destination of Excellence – Aquatic Tourism. Currently held in 22 European States, the competition is funded and organised by F ...More
FASTEN YOUR HELMETS, CLIMB ON A CLASSIC BICYCLE AND PREPARE TO SEE DUBLIN FROM A WHOLE NEW ANGLE AS EXPERIENCED GUIDES LET YOU EXPLORE SOME OF DUBLINS BEST SIGHTS!
'Dublin by Bike' are offering visitors to Irelands capital city a fun way to explore the city with guided tours on classic bicycles! For those who thrive on activity holidays or who simply want to enjoy a leisurely pace, bikes tours are a great way to enjoy Dublins sights and take in the atmosphere of the city. ...More
FOLLOWING THE WORLDWIDE CELEBRATIONS LAST SEPTEMBER, SNOW PATROL, JAY SEAN AND PAOLO NUTINI HAVE BEEN NAMED AS SOME OF THE PERFORMERS JOINING THE GLOBAL CELEBRATIONS TO SUPPORT THE ARTHUR GUINNESS FUND IN SEPTEMBER 2010!
Guinness, the world’s best-selling stout beer, recently announced its second Arthur’s Day celebration will take place on Thursday 23rd September 2010. Celebrations will again take place across the globe, with people coming together to raise a glass to Arthur Guinness at events and festivities across Ireland, Europe, Asi ...More
LEARN ABOUT THIS FAMOUS CRYSTAL PRODUCERS 225 YEAR HISTORY AND SEE EXQUISITE PIECES OF CRYSTAL CREATED BEFORE YOUR VERY EYES RIGHT IN THE HEART OF WATERFORD CITY!
The new House of Waterford Crystal has reopened in Waterford City, allowing visitors to the South to explore the history and craftsmanship of the worlds premier crystal manufacturer. The center, which comprises an actual living and breathing crystal factory tour, fascinating visitor centre and opulent retail store, hous ...More
ONE OF THE 20TH CENTURYS MOST CELEBRATED PORTRAIT PAINTERS, 'SIR JOHN LAVERY: PASSION AND POLITICS' GIVES VISITORS A UNIQUE INSIGHT INTO THE POLITICAL AND SOCIAL CONTEXT LAVERY LIVED IN
Renowned for their eclectic collections, exhibitions and of course the infamous Francis Bacon Studio, the Hugh Lane Gallery will launch an exhibition this July that celebrates the work and life of Sir John Lavery, one of the most famous celebrity portrait painters at the turn of the 20th century.
TAKE IN TOURS OF DUBLINS HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND CELEBRATED LANDMARKS OR WONDER AT THE NEWEST ADDITIONS TO THE CITY SKYLINE THIS OCTOBER AT THE FIFTH ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE DUBLIN!
The Irish Architecture Foundation (IAF) this week unveiled the highlights of the fifth annual Open House Dublin, which takes place from 7 to 10 October 2010. Over one weekend, Dublin buildings of all types and periods will open up their doors to allow architecture enthusiasts to explore Dublins most iconic buildings and ...More
CO. ANTRIM NATIVE, GRAEME MCDOWELL RESISTS TOUGH FRENCH AND US COMPETITION TO WIN HIS FIRST MAJOR TITLE AND BREAKS A 40 YEAR EUROPEAN TITLE DROUGHT!
Ireland's Graeme McDowell made his way into the history books on Sunday at Pebble Beach, holding his nerve in tough scoring conditions to end a 40 year title drought by Europeans at the US Open with a gutsy one-shot victory. The Co. Antrim golfer had resisted tough competition from Frenchman Gregory Havre ...More
GIVE YOUR JULY 4TH CELEBRATIONS A UNIQUELY IRISH TWIST THIS SUMMER AND SOAK UP TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND FUN AT A FREE FESTIVAL IN TEMPLE BAR!
Well known for the quality of the Trad music performed there both during the popular award winning TRADFEST each January music is also performed throughout the year in many of Temple Bar’s venues and pubs. And on the 4th of July this popular festival will make its return to the city with a very special free event in Cen ...More
FOLLOW THE YACHTS TO CORK CITY, IRELAND, AND SEE FIRSTHAND THE BOATS AND CREW OF ONE OF WORLDS MOST EXCITING OCEAN RACES!
New York, June 4, 2010: Tourism Ireland is delighted to welcome the yachts of the Clipper race to New York City and in particular the Irish entry representing Cork. The last leg of this spectacular event saw the Clippers sail from Jamaica and after a brief stop in the Big Apple this weekend, they will c ...More
MARKING A HUGE STEPPING STONE FOR THOSE RESEARCHING THEIR ROOTS, THE FULL 1901 CENSUS RETURNS, WHICH CONTAIN OVER 4.5 MILLION INDIVIDUAL RECORDS MADE BY 850,000 HOUSEHOLDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE FOR EVERYONE ACROSS THE WORLD TO ACCESS!
Mary Hanafin T.D., Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport will travel to New York on June 28th to celebrate the launch of the website containing the full 1901 Census of Ireland Records at the National Archives in Bishop Street, Dublin. Over 4.5 million individual records from the returns made by some 850,000 ...More
AN IDEAL ADVENTURE FOR THE ISLANDS SMALLEST VISITORS, CHILDRENS AUTHOR ANITA HENDY HAS CRAFTED A BREATHTAKINGLY SCENIC TOUR THROUGH THE BOG OF ALLEN IN COUNTY KILDARE!
Between 2000 –2010, Kildare author, Anita Hendy wrote a series of children’s books called: The Magic of an Irish…Cottage, Bog, Castle, Canal, Church… all real places in ‘The Bog of Allen’ County Kildare, Ireland. Anita’s dream is to bring her love of Irish Heritage to children and t ...More
FOR VISITORS THAT LOVE TO IMMERSE THEMSELVES IN LOCAL CULTURE, THERE COULDN'T BE A BETTER EXPERIENCE THAN ATTENDING A GAA GAME AND TAKING IN ONE OF THE IRELANDS MOST LOVED SPORTS WITH THE LOCALS!
Visitors to the island of Ireland can now experience one of the most quintessentially Irish experiences this summer, as Munster GAA in conjunction with Failte Ireland introduce a tourist ticket allocation for the Munster Championship matches.
SITUATED ON THE REDEVELOPED SITE OF THE THEATRE ROYAL IN THE HEART OF WEXFORD TOWN, THE WEXFORD OPERA HOUSE HAS RECIEVED WIDESPREAD ACCLAIM SINCE IT OPENED ITS DOORS IN 2008 AND ON MAY 24TH SCOOPED ONE OF SIX COVETED DESIGN AWARDS FROM THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS!
Wexford Opera House this week received an AIA Excellence in Design Award at the Sadler's Wells Theatre in London. The award was one of only six given this year by the AIA(American Institute of Architects) and is the 10th major award that Wexford Opera House has won since opening in 2008. Including the 2010 Civic Trust A ...More
WITH A GOLF COURSE THAT CHAMPIONS CALL HOME, A BREATHTAKING LOCATION AND NOW AWARD WINNING CUISINE FROM RENOWNED CHEF NOEL MCMEEL, THERE COULDN'T BE A BETTER TIME TO VISIT LOUGH ERNE RESORT IN CO. FERMANAGH!
Noel McMeel, Executive Head Chef of Lough Erne Resort, has been recognised for excelling in his role, as he collected gold at the Institute of Hospitality’s annual Janus Awards at the Europa Hotel, Belfast. McMeel won the Head Chef Large Scale Hotel category in the Institute of Hospitality Awards for Professionalis ...More
CONSIDERED THE 'OSCARS OF THE FOOD INDUSTRY', THE BEARD FOUNDATION THIS WEEK BESTOWED TWO AWARDS ON ANDREWS MOST RECENT OFFERING, AN IMPRESSIVE CULINARY BIBLE THAT SHOWCASES THE VERY BEST OF TRADITIONAL IRISH FARE, COUNTRYSIDE AND PERSONALITY!
In his most recent book, The Country Cooking of Ireland, the internationally acclaimed food and travel writer Coleman Andrews brings to life the people, countryside and the finest culinary fare of Ireland, and this week his efforts were rewarded with two of food writings most sought after accolades, the James Beard Foun ...More
IN LINE WITH IRELAND'S WORLD FAMOUS REPUTATION FOR HOSPITALITY, THE NEW CHARTER SEEKS TO REASSURE PROSPECTIVE VACATIONERS THAT ANY TRAVEL DISRUPTION WILL BE HANDLED SENSITIVELY, IMAGINATIVELY AND PRAGMATICALLY BY THE IRISH TOURISM SECTOR
New York, May 14, 2010: Tourism Ireland is delighted to announce the introduction of a reassurance campaign for intending visitors. In line with Ireland’s world famous reputation for hospitality, the new ‘Ash Related – Visitor Charter’, developed by the Irish government and Failte Ireland, seeks t ...More
IRELANDS CAPITAL WELCOMES ANOTHER ICONIC LANDMARK AS THE HOME OF IRISH RUGBY AND SOCCER OPENS ITS DOORS FOR BUSINESS!
The moment Dublin city has been waiting for finally arrived today, when the Irish Prime Minister, Brian Cowen, TD, officially declared the Aviva Stadium open. The stadium, which replaced the world’s oldest sporting venue, Lansdowne Road, is a truly iconic building making a bold statement on the Dublin skyline. The ...More
WIN A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE WORKING ALONGSIDE BUSHMILLS MASTER DISTILLER AT THE WORLD-FAMOUS OLD BUSHMILLS DISTILLERY AND DISCOVER THE BEST THAT IRELAND'S NORTH COAST HAS TO OFFER!
Everywhere he goes Colum Egan, Bushmills Master Distiller, is told he has the best job in the world. And this year he wants to share it - Bushmills are giving one lucky winner the chance to spend 30 days working alongside him at the world-famous Old Bushmills Distillery and experiencing the best that Ireland's spec ...More
20 YEAR OLD MCILROY CAPTURES HIS FIRST PGA TOUR VICTORY, BEATING PHIL MICKELSON TO WIN THE QUAIL HOLLOW CHAMPIONSHIP IN STYLE!
The golf world welcomed a new superstar this weekend and his name is Rory McIlroy. The 20 year old McIlroy, from Holywood, Co Down, Northern Ireland, shot a stunning final round 62 to come from behind and win the prestigious Quail Hollow Championship, beating masters champion Phil Mickelson into second place and se ...More
BUILT BY THE ROYAL DUBLIN SOCIETY, THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM FIRST OPENED ITS DOORS IN 1857, & OVER 150 YEARS LATER SCIENCE ENTHUSIASTS HAVE REASON TO CELEBRATE AS THE FREE MUSEUM REOPENED THEIR HISTORIC DOORS IN GEORGIAN DUBLIN THIS WEEK!
Closed for refurbishment in July 2007, the Natural History museum reopened this week to showcase a series of conservation works and improvements which have improved visitor access and allowed the museums Education and Outreach Department to develop two exciting new additions. These two new hands-on resources, the D ...More
PERFECT FOR A FAMILY DAY OUT, KIDS CAN NOW GO FREE ON ONE OF DUBLINS BEST-LOVED TOURS WHICH FEATURES 23 STOPS AT THE CITYS MOST POPULAR ATTRACTIONS!
Designed to give visitors the freedom to explore and experience the history and culture of Dublin at their leisure, the Dublin Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour visits all of Dublins main attractions. And this summer there is an even better reason to hop onboard as kids can now go for free! Two children ...More
BIKE FEST 2010 PROMISES TO BE ONE OF EUROPE'S BIGGEST AND BEST MOTORCYCLE FESTIVALS WITH AN INCREDIBLE ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP!
With a line-up of entertainment that includes Willie Nelson, Status Quo and Imelda May, Ireland Bike Fest 2010 is gearing up to be one of the biggest motorcycle festivals in Europe. Upwards of 15,000 visitors including 4,000 bikers from around the world are expected to converge on Killarney for the festival which takes ...More
A HAVEN OF HERITAGE AND HISTORY, IRELAND COULD SEE ITS PRESENCE ON THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE LIST GROW SIGNIFICANTLY AS 7 NEW NOMINEES ARE SUBMITTED!
Seven sites around the country, including the Burren and Tara, have been submitted for consideration by the UN as potential nominees to the World Heritage List.
The tentative list has been submitted to UNESCO with a view to presentation to the World Heritage Committee meeting sc ...More
ENJOY AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT OF DRAMA AS 'A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM' COMES TO THE GARDENS OF THE SPECTACULAR BALLYSEEDE CASTLE IN TRALEE THIS JULY!
Ballyseede Castle, Tralee, Co. Kerry is hosting a spectacular garden play on Sunday 4th July 2010. Shakespeare’s’ A Midsummer Nights Dream promises to be a perfect event and you can enjoy a relaxed summer’s evening as the lovers’ tale of romance, woe, magic and excitement plays out before you. Picnic in the magical surr ...More
ESCAPE FROM THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF EVERYDAY LIFE AND ESCAPE TO ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST UNIQUELY BEAUTIFUL HOTELS WHERE TELEVISIONS ARE REPLACED WITH FISHING RODS AND BICYCLES!
Inis Meáin Restaurant & Suites is one of Irelands best kept secrets and offers luxurious accommodation and delicious locally sourced cuisine in one of the Irelands most jaw-dropping settings! This exciting development is located just 15 miles off the west coast of Ireland on Inis Meain, ...More
AFTER 56 YEARS THE FLEADH CHEOIL RETURNS TO CAVAN AND SEES 10,000 PERFORMERS DESCEND ON THE HILLS OF BREIFNE TO TAKE PART IN COMPETITIONS, WORKSHOPS, STREET SESSIONS AND MUCH MORE!
The All Ireland Fleadh is back in Cavan after a 56 year absence and promises to be bigger and better than ever as it showcases the very best in traditional music talent and Irish culture! From August 16th to 22nd the streets will be alive as the world's biggest traditional music festival attracts performers, music enthu ...More
FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF HOLLYWOOD ICONS INCLUDING JOHN WAYNE, FRED ASTAIRE, MERYL STREEP AND MAUREEN O'HARA, AS YOU TRACE THE SCENIC ROUTE OF IRELAND'S ATLANTIC FILM TRAIL!
Ireland has had a long and enduring love affair with the silver screen and now visitors to Ireland can explore the iconic sights that have provided spectacular panoramas for some of the world's best loved cinema.
The Atlantic Film Trail was devised to allow visitors to take in s ...More
VISITORS TO DUBLIN CAN NOW DISCOVER THE MYTHOLOGY BEHIND THESE PINT SIZED CREATURES OF MYTH AND MAGIC AND DISCOVER A WORLD OF FASCINATING FORELORE AND ENCHANTING STORIES!
Based in the heart of Dublin city, the National Leprechaun Museum is a cultural entertainment centre dedicated to taking visitors deeper into Irish and Celtic culture to discover what really lies behind the well-known tales of Irish cultural iconography - leprechauns, rainbows and pots of gold. The Museum opened it's do ...More
THIS ST. PATRICK'S DAY WILL SEE THE INTRODUCTION OF 'GOLDEN TREKKER', A SCHEME THAT WILL ALLOW VISITING SENIORS TO AVAIL OF FREE RAIL TRAVEL!
This St. Patrick's Day will see the launch of the Golden Trekker program, an exciting new scheme which will allow senior visitors to Ireland to avail of free rail travel across the country. Seniors aged 66 years or over can simply climb onboard and enjoy the views as they weave their way to their des ...More
THE VIBRANT CITY IN THE WEST CELEBRATES AS IT IS CONFIRMED AS THE HOST OF THE GRAND FINALE OF THE VOLVO OCEAN RACE 2012.
The Volvo Ocean Race, formerly the Whitbread Round the World Race, is quickly gaining a reputation as the worlds greatest ocean race and Irish eyes are hoping to add to the glittering reputation of this international race as it was confirmed this week that Galway will host the Grand Finale in 2012.
TRACING YOUR ANCESTORS HAS GOTTEN A WHOLE LOT EASIER AS IRISH ANCESTRAL HOLIDAYS COMBINE LUXURY HOLIDAYS WITH IRELANDS BEST GENEALOGISTS!
A new way for people to reconnect with Irish ancestors is now available courtesy of Irish Ancestral Holidays. This innovative company help people reconnect with their Irish family roots and can bring them to the places in Ireland where their ancestors spent their lives, turning what is for many a frustrating and labor i ...More
A TRUE IRELAND EXPERT, PAT'S 15TH BOOK ABOUT THE ISLAND 'IRELAND TRAVEL 101' LEADS THE FIELD AT THE 18TH ANNUAL AWARDS!
The North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) this week announced that Patricia (Pat) Preston of Red Hook, New York, has won the First Place Award in the 2009 annual awards competition in the Travel Guide category for her 438-page book, Ireland Travel 101. A real Irish expert. A true Ireland expert, this is ...More
ALLOW CURATOR SINEAD MCCOOLE GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE JACKIE CLARKE COLLECTION, AN OUTSTANDING COLLECTION OF HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS, IN NEW YORK THIS MARCH!
History enthusiasts can enjoy a very unique St. Patricks Day celebration this year in New York as the American Irish Historical Society host an Illustrated Lecture on Ireland's Newest National Treasure: The Jackie Clarke Collection.
Jackie Clarke was a private collector who, duri ...More
EXPERIENCE A REMARKABLE COLLECTION OF ART FROM THE WORLD-RENOWNED SHANGHAI MUSEUM IN WHAT CRITICS HAIL AS ONE OF EUROPE'S BEST MUSEUMS!
The Chester Beatty Library, located in the heart of Dublin City, presents a major exhibition of thirty-eight paintings from one of the world’s finest collections of Chinese art, the Shanghai Museum. Showcasing Chinese culture that spans a remarkable six centuries, 'Telling Images of China' includes scrolls and ...More
HOSTED BY GRAMMY AWARD-WINNER MOYA BRENNAN, THIS INSIGHTFUL NEW DOCUMENTARY FEATURES EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS AND PERFORMANCES BY THE CHIEFTAINS, RIVERDANCE'S MICHAEL FLATLEY, U2, PETE SEEGER, SINEAD O'CONNOR, THE LATE LIAM CLANCY, AND OTHERS!
Music of Ireland - Welcome Home tells the definitive story of contemporary Irish music, focusing on the Emerald Isle's greatest musical exports, their influence on America and the music's global impact. Hosted by Clannad's Grammy Award-winning Moya Brennan, the performance documentary features six Grammy Award ...More
THREE EXCITING FAMILY TOURNAMENTS IN 2010 ATTRACT GENERATIONS OF GOLF ENTHUSIASTS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE!
With dramatic vistas and world class courses, playing a round of golf in Ireland is already a must-do on many peoples list. But in 2010 enthusiasts now have the opporuntity to involve the whole family with three upcoming family golf tournaments being hosted in Ireland!
MASTER AN EXCITING NEW SPORT AND ENJOY AN UNFORGETTABLE CULTURAL OUTING WITH 'EXPERIENCE GAELIC GAMES'
An integral part of Irish life and culture, Gaelic Games have experienced a rebirth in recent decades, reaching unprecedented levels of popularity, and now visitors to Ireland can experience these traditional sports for themselves!
The main Gaelic games are Gaelic Football and H ...More
LUXURY CASTLE IS AWARDED THE PRESTIGIOUS EU FLOWERS ECOLABEL FOR EXEMPLARY GREEN PRACTICES!
Choosing a luxury castle for a weekend away is not usually associated with being ‘eco’, unless you choose one from Ireland’s Blue Book, and its collection of exclusive country getaways. A year ago, Ireland’s Blue Book agreed with members to work towards achieving the EU Flower Ecolabel, a prestigious international green ...More
THE ICONIC CRYSTAL COMPANY ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR A NEW PLANT AND VISITOR CENTRE!
WWRD Group Holdings Limited, the luxury goods group which owns and operates the Waterford Crystal, Wedgwood and Royal Doulton brands, has unveiled plans to open a brand new Waterford Crystal manufacturing facility, retail outlet and visitor centre in the heart of Waterford city.
THE PHILLIP TREACY DESIGNED LUXURY RETREAT IN GALWAY WINS ONE OF TRAVELS MOST ENVIED ACCOLADES!
The g Hotel, Galway’s most luxurious five star spa hotel is certainly celebrating the New Year after being named as the top hotel in Ireland on the prestigious ‘Travel & Leisure 500 World’s Best Hotels’! Adding to the exciting win, the g also ranked within the top 100 of the world class properties named by ...More
THE HUGELY SUCCESSFUL WEXFORD OPERA FESTIVAL TOASTS A SUCCESSFUL 58TH FESTIVAL AND PREPARES FOR A 15 DAY OUTING IN 2010!
Following an incredible 58th year in October 2009, the Wexford Opera Festival has this week announced that the 59th annual festival promises to even better with an artistic programme spanning 15 days, 3 days longer than initially announced, opening on Saturday, October 17th and running until October 30th 2010. ...More
B&B IRELAND OFFERS A GREAT WAY TO TRULY EXPERIENCE THE REAL IRELAND IN CITY AND COUNTRYSIDE LOCATIONS ACROSS THE ISLAND!
B&B Ireland is the new one-stop-shop for the uniquely Irish B&B experience. With more than 1,100 Bed and Breakfasts in town, farm, city & countryside locations across Ireland, it is now the premier resour ...More
SAVOUR A ST. PATRICK'S DAY LIKE NO OTHER IN THE ELEGANT SURROUNDINGS OF BALLYMALOE HOUSE IN CO. CORK!
Nestled in a 400 acre estate in rural East Cork, Ballymaloe House is famed for the tasteful living personified by the infamous Allen family. Just 20 minutes from the historic city of Cork and minutes from the breathtaking scenery of the coast is ideally located for a secluded break in the South. With a re ...More
INFAMOUS WEBSITE AND BLOG NAME THE NORTHERN IRELAND CAPITAL AS ONE OF THE UPCOMING DECADES MUST-SEE LOCATIONS!
The popular website and blog, The Huffington Post, today gave their rundown of the must-see destinations for this decade. Fifteen diverse locations were selected, recommended as destinations that in their own way, give a glimpse of how the world is changing and where it is headed.
A SPECTACULAR WILDLIFE DISPLAY THRILLS ONLOOKERS OFF IRELANDS SOUTH EAST COAST!
Whale watching hit the headlines in Ireland on Saturday as researchers from the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group had a veritable windfall when a humpback whale breached clear of the water on 11 occasions off the coast of Wexford.
One of the best-kept secrets for visitors to the isl ...More
BLITZ YOUR 2010 FITNESS GOALS AND SOAK UP BREATHTAKING SCENERY IN THE HEART OF NORTHERN IRELAND!
Each time a new year rolls around most people make ambitious goals to more active, and what could be better than getting your walking boots or running shoes on and exploring some of the most scenic enclaves in Northern Ireland. There are a series of exciting treks and races taking place in Co. Derry throughout January a ...More
A FLURRY OF EXCITING DEVELOPMENTS TEMPT IRISH WHISKEY ENTHUSIASTS INTO REDISCOVERING WHAT DISTILLERIES HAVE TO OFFER.
There have been a flurry of exciting developments in Irish Whiskey over the past number of months tempting whiskey lovers into carving an exciting trail across Ireland, sampling what the distilleries have to offer and rediscovering just what makes Irish whiskey so special.
THE INFAMOUS JDIFF RETURNS TO WOW AUDIENCES OVER 11 MOVIE FILLED DAYS AND NIGHTS WITH THE VERY BEST OF IRISH AND INTERNATIONAL FILM TALENT!
Ireland’s premiere feature film festival, The Jameson Dublin International Film Festival returns to the capital this February bringing the very best in cinematic magic to silver screens throughout the city. Each year the festival plays host to the cream of Irish and International film talent by presenting the latest and ...More
EXPERIENCE THE RICH CULTURE AND LUXURIOUS SURROUNDINGS OF TWO HISTORIC CAPITALS!
The fall is a beautiful time to visit the Emerald Isle and what could be better than experiencing two unique capitals in style? Two of Irelands leading hotels, The Merrion Hotel and The Culloden Estate and Spa, Belfast, have joined to offer two unique packages.
TAKING PLACE IN IRELAND AND NORTHERN IRELAND IN SEPTEMBER 2010, GOLFERS CAN COMPETE IN THIS 3 DAY TOURNAMENT AT THE LINKS COURSES OF THE EAST AND EXPERIENCE THE PERFECT LEAD INTO RYDER CUP WEEK!
Set to take place from the 26th September to 30th September 2010 in Ireland and Northern Ireland, this unique tournament offers an unforgettable experience for golfing enthusiasts and a great lead into Ryder Cup week which will place in nearby Wales at The Celtic Manor. Golfers can compete as pairs and the three da ...More
IRELAND CONTINUES ON COURSE AS A MAGNET FOR INTERNATIONAL GOLD TOURNAMENTS - THE PLETHORA OF WORLD CLASS COURSES, ALLIED WITH FABULOUS ACCOMMODATIONS, MAKE IT AN OBVIOUS CHOICE.
Ireland hosted the last Ryder Cup to be played in Europe, the last Walker Cup to be played in Europe and in 2011, will host the next Solheim Cup to be played in Europe.
Mr. Joe Byrne, Executive Vice President, Tourism Ireland North America said “Ireland and Killeen Castle ...More
