Author Archives: Seamus O'Murchu

Giro d’Italia 2014 Irish stages announced

The exact details of the three stages of the 2014 Giro that will be taking place in Ireland this summer have been announced. Continue reading

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Ireland’s Magic Roads

If you are planning on taking a trip to Ireland, the latest trend on Ireland’s “must see list” are magic roads. Yes, we joke you not, Ireland’s ‘magic roads’ are ‘a thing’ – a stretch of roadway, usually well off the beaten track and hidden up a succession of byways and boreens, where if you stop the car and let the handbrake off, the vehicle will mysteriously and eerily roll uphill. Continue reading

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World set to go green once more for St Patrick’s Day

Operation Global Greening sees many of the worlds most noted landmarks and buildings temporarily glow literally green, with an emerald green light on St. Patrick’s Day. Continue reading

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Ireland handed stern test in UEFA Euro 2016 qualifiers

The draw for the UEFA Euro 2016 qualifying groups was made recently and has pitted the Republic of Ireland against European soccer giants Germany and Celtic cousins, Scotland. Continue reading

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Honeymoon Gems in Ireland

Thinking of booking your honeymoon in Ireland? An ideal honeymoon destination, Ireland is known worldwide for its hidden gems and vast array of castles, cathedrals, and monasteries. While you won’t find an abundance of sunshine on this island, you’ll be transported into a misty land of fairytale castles from Blarney Castle and Cahir Castle to Kilkenny Castle. Contact us today to find out more about Ireland honeymoon packages or for more information on self drive tours of Ireland. Continue reading

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John B Keane’s famous play “Sive” returns to the Abbey Theatre

One of Ireland’s most beloved writers John B Keane’s play “Sive” is currently playing at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre (12th February – 12th April) over half a century after the theatre initially rejected it. Continue reading

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Rivers run green for St Patrick’s Day

Sample a range of St Patrick’s Day inspired packages on your vacation to Ireland. Not only can you partake in the numerous parades on your trip to Ireland that will take place over the festivities but if you plan on taking a vacation in Ireland there are hundreds of holy wells, sacred round towers and monastic remains all over Ireland. Continue reading

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Ireland & Britain to collaborate in Dual Visa Scheme

The Irish Tourism board is entering into a new Dual Visa Scheme with the British authorities to help increase visitors from the further flung countries of the globe. Continue reading

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Donald Trump purchases the iconic Doonbeg Golf Club

US property developer and entrepreneur Donald Trump has confirmed the news that he has purchased the iconic Doonbeg Golf Club in County Clare. Continue reading

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Top 10 romantic locations to pop the question in Ireland

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching on Friday, 14th February, plenty of loved up couples in Ireland are in search of an unforgettably romantic location to pop a certain ‘question’. With a choice of scenic countryside, serene lakes, majestic mountain scapes … Continue reading

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