Author Archives: Seamus O'Murchu

The First Lady Enjoys Traditional Irish Pub Lunch

In Ireland to accompany her husband, US president Barrack Obama whilst he was at the G8 summit in Belfast, Michelle Obama and her 2 daughters have during their short visit to Ireland visited Trinity College Dublin, the US embassy, the … Continue reading

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Killarney Summerfest 2013

Taking place at the end of July to the beginning of August, Killarney Summerfest 2013 is a family friendly festival, which has a jam packed programme of events cater for all. So whether looking for adventure activities set in the … Continue reading

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Sky TV series begins filming in Ireland with a star cast

Hollywood actor Ray Winstone will be in Ireland this July to film a new Sky TV series titled “Moonfleet”. Filming for the two-part adaption of the book by the same name by author John Meade Falkner, a story of a … Continue reading

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Michelle Obama to trace the Obamas’ Irish Ancestry while in Dublin

While President Obama attends the G8 Summit in Fermanagh, Michelle Obama and her two daughters will spend time in Dublin today and tomorrow where included in their schedule, is a trip to Trinity College where she will explore the archives … Continue reading

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Irish Restaurant Awards 2013

On Monday 10th June at the Burlington Hotel in Dublin, the prestigious Irish Restaurant Awards took place. Announcing the Regional and All Ireland Winners, these annual Restaurant Association of Ireland Awards celebrate Chefs and Restaurants as well as Food Producers … Continue reading

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Tracing your family history in Ireland

Are you hoping to trace your Irish family history while on your Ireland vacation? The Wicklow Family History Centre is the perfect place to research your family history.  It was established in 1987 where staff has computerised County Wicklow’s Roman … Continue reading

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The Galway Film Fleadh 2013

Taking place from the 9th – 14th July 2013, is the Galway Film Fleadh. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the full programme of events that will include screenings, talks and workshops will be launched later this month.

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Daingean’s Medieval Gathering

From the 8th to the 9th of June, Daingean in Co. Offaly is the place to be as you will be taken back to medieval times. This truly spectacular festival will give revelers the opportunity to experience medieval past times … Continue reading

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Countdown to Cork Midsummer Festival

Not long now till the Cork Midsummer Festival, an annual event that takes place in Cork City from 21st – 30th June and which this year to coincide with the year of the Irish Gathering, shall celebrate the best new … Continue reading

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Kinsale Arts Festival July 2013

An annual celebration of international and local arts and culture, the Kinsale Arts Festival will take this year between the 6th and the 14th July.

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