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La Feile Padraig Shona Duit!
Happy St. Patrick's Day
Greetings from the Business Tourism Team at Tourism Ireland, USA.
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Aer Lingus has partnered with New York-based airline JetBlue Airways. In one transaction on aerlingus.com you can now book your flight between Ireland and over 25 US destinations. More: www.aerlingus.com
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| Celebrating 250 years of Brewing History at Guinness Storehouse |
In 2009 the Guinness Company celebrates 250 years since the signing of the lease on the world famous St. James’s Gate brewery by Arthur Guinness. To celebrate this momentous anniversary, GUINNESS STOREHOUSE – the Home of Guinness, Dublin, will unveil a number of new additions to the international visitor attraction including a dedicated 250 Exhibition and a new specialized “History of Stout Tour”.
Where better to have your meeting, event, or conference than at GUINNESS STOREHOUSE. More: www.guinness-storehouse.com
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| Ovation Ireland wins SITE Crystal Award |
Ovation Ireland was the proud winner of the prestigious SITE Crystal Award for the "Most Outstanding Incentive Event 2008" at the SITE International Conference in Montreux.
More: www.ovationdmc.com |
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Did You Know?
Irish born, James Hoban, from Dysart, Co Kilkenny, designed the
White House in Washington DC. |
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The Doyle Collection – Dublin & Cork
The launch of The Doyle Collection last December signaled a new dawn for the hotel group formerly known as Jurys Doyle Hotel Group Ltd. The new international luxury hotel group - The Doyle Collection – includes 3 properties in Ireland - The Westbury Hotel and The Croke Park Hotel both located in Dublin and The Cork Hotel, located in Cork City. More: www.doylecollection.com
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O’Callaghan Davenport Hotel, Dublin & O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel, Dublin
The landmark O’Callaghan Davenport Hotel, Dublin, has undergone a refurbishment of all 114 guest bedrooms. Located on a quiet leafy corner of Merrion Square in the heart of Dublin city, this historic hotel façade dates back to 1863. Conference facilities for up to 250 delegates., are air-conditioned and have natural daylight. Complimentary Wi-FI throughout the hotel.
The O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel situated adjacent to the Davenport Hotel also underwent a recent refurbishment of all 102 bedrooms. Conference facilities, for up to 400 delegates, are air-conditioned and have natural daylight. Complimentary WI-FI throughout the hotel.
Between all 4 of O’Callaghan Hotels city centre hotels (Alexander, Davenport, Mont Clare and Stephen’s Green) there a bill-back facility, giving guests a choice of bars and restaurants. More: www.ocallaghanhotels.com |
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Lyrath Estate Hotel, Spa & Convention Centre, Dublin Road, Kilkenny &
Kilkenny River Court Hotel, Kilkenny - Sister Properties
Situated on the outskirts of the medieval city of Kilkenny, Lyrath Estate Hotel, Spa and Convention Centre, set on 170 acres of mature parkland, is the ideal venue to host your forthcoming event. All 137 air-conditioned bedrooms are equipped with broadband, high-speed internet access. Within our very versatile Kilkenny Convention Centre, the largest room can cater for up to 1,500 delegates. Private dining available in the original portion of Lyrath – a 17th century country house. We can also arrange private dining in Kilkenny Medieval Castle. More: www.lyrath.com
Overlooking Kilkenny Castle, the Kilkenny River Court Hotel is located in the heart of the city. Complimentary broadband wi-fi access available in all 90 bedrooms. Conference facilities available for up to 260 delegates. Private dining in Kilkenny’s Medieval Castle can be arranged. More: www.rivercourthotel.com |
 
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To check out the wide range of accommodation and venues in Ireland - from the urban contemporary to rural resort - according to size, facilities, etc Click here & then click on Plan and Search.
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Check out the magnificent and unique selection of event venues. From historic universities to little-known urban architectural gems and from unparalleled contemporary design to ancient castles. Click here & then click on Plan and Search.
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Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny – The Long Gallery & The Parade Tower
A 12th century castle, remodeled in Victorian times and set in extensive parkland, Kilkenny Castle was the principal seat of the Butler Family. Two wings of the Castle have been restored to their former splendor and include a Library, Drawing Room and the magnificent Long Gallery. The River Wing also houses the Butler Gallery of Contemporary Art.
The Long Gallery, Kilkenny Castle, is now available for gala dinners & events.
The Parade Tower is the dedicated events section of Kilkenny Castle – incorporating its entire west wing. An amazing restoration where old and new have been very cleverly integrated. This state of the art conference center is truly unique as it is situated in one of the Castle's twelfth century towers. The Parade Tower can accommodate up to 170 theatre style and 120 banquet style and has four different meeting rooms. Suitable for conferences, receptions, launches, gala dinners. Facilities include interpreting facilities, blackouts, natural daylight, air conditioning, wheelchair access, WIFI, teleconferencing capabilities, sound system, technician. More Details Email: anne.teehan@opw.ie |
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