Author Archives: Seamus O'Murchu

Ballina Salmon Festival

In legend, the Salmon of Knowledge was a main feature of Irish folklore and heritage, an immortal creature of lore it was said to bestow wisdom on any who was fortunate enough to catch and eat it. This week legend … Continue reading

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West Cork Literary Festival: a festival to note in Bantry this week

While Galway seems to be on a high for the month of July with a wide range of festivals and events, throughout the country there is much to see and do with festivals both big and small held nationwide. West … Continue reading

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Galway Festivals set to continue throughout month of July

The Volvo Ocean Race and its accompanying 9 day festival has been an unmitigated success for Galway and Ireland with record numbers in excess of 900,000 having flocked to the maritime city over the 9 days bringing in excess of … Continue reading

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National Heritage Week in Ireland

One thing not to be missed this year is the National Heritage Week which runs from the 18th to the 26th of August this summer. Background: Thanks to encouragement from the EU, people from across Europe visit hundreds of historic … Continue reading

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Dublin Horse Show at the RDS

Ireland yet again is the place to be as there are only 41 days to go (not that we’re counting!) until the the Dublin Horse Show. The long running horse show will take place yet again at the RDS showgrounds … Continue reading

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Ireland’s Giant Causeway Visitor Centre Now Open

The Giant Causeway is the North of Ireland’s most popular tourist attraction and yesterday it just got even bigger or better as the new 18.5 million visitor centre was opened by Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness.

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The Galway Film Fleadh

It’s almost that time again. As Ireland’s largest film festival The Galway Film Fleadh, is coming soon. The six day event which is now in it’s 24th year is held every July. Films from every genre will take centre stage … Continue reading

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The Irish Open a success for golf in Portrush

The Irish Open, which has taken place over the past four days, despite the rain, attracted over 100,000 spectators to the magnificent Royal Portrush. The crowds were hoping for an Irish winner on the last day and were willing on … Continue reading

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The Top 3 Reasons to Visit Ireland

3. The Castles From restored masterpieces to untouched gems, Ireland has plenty to offer when it comes to castles. They are plenty of castles scattered around the country but the most famous would be Blarney Castle in Blarney, County Cork … Continue reading

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The Earagail Arts Festival Donegal Ireland

The Earagail Arts Festival is a bilingual – Irish and English language – arts festival that takes place throughout County Donegal. Now in its 24th year, the festival will take place between 7th and 22nd July 2012.

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