Author Archives: Seamus O'Murchu

Irish President Michael D Higgins heads to US for first official visit.

Irish President Michael D Higgins will arrive in America today for his first official visit. Upon his arrival in New York, President Higgins will be met by Noel Kilkenny, the Consul General of Ireland to New York and Michael Collins, … Continue reading

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Top Irish Musicians in Worlds Richest Musician List

This week it was announced that Irish Rock Band U2 are riding high at number 5 of the World’s richest musician list with Irish dancing superstar Michael Flatley not too far behind at number 9! The world wide success of … Continue reading

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Rugby by the Sea!

As the May Bank holiday weekend approaches, the beautiful historic town of Kinsale situated on the southern coast of Ireland in County Cork prepares itself for the world renowned Kinsale Sevens! A fun weekend for all – year on year … Continue reading

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The Meitheal Irish Travel Trade Fair

Last week in Dublin proved to be a busy and all important week in the Irish and international travel calendar as the annual Meitheal Irish Travel Trade Fair kicked off. Hundreds of travel industry representatives from industry areas such as … Continue reading

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Many things to entertain this May

As we approach the start of spring and summer there are lots of events happening around the country for both locals and visitors on vacation in Ireland. Focusing on the forthcoming May Bank Holiday weekend, which this year is the … Continue reading

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Taste of Dublin gets Star Service

It has been announced that Jamie Oliver, celebrity British Chef, known for his drive and determination to educate about food – including changing the school dinner systems in the UK – will open the Taste of Dublin on Thursday 14th … Continue reading

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Ireland’s McIlroy becomes world number 1

Brit, Luke Donald needed a top 8 place in the RBC Heritage in the United States, but could only managed joint 37th and therefore surrendered his world number one ranking this week  to Ireland’s Rory McIlroy. Despite sitting out this … Continue reading

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Shindig Festival in Kerry 20-22nd April at Carlton Hotel

Ireland vacations are not complete without some Irish dancing! For fans of traditional Irish dancing and live Irish music, Tralee is the place to be this weekend. This upcoming weekend sees the shindig festival, a weekend of traditional music and … Continue reading

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West Cork for Walkers

There is no escaping the fact that walking vacations are becoming increasingly popular, with some 366,000 international visitors taking walking holidays each year. Not surprisingly due to the beautiful scenery and varied landscapes of Ireland, it is a top destination … Continue reading

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Increase in the number of Irish people holidaying in Ireland

Recently it has been reported that the number of Irish people spending their vacations in Ireland has increased. This comes as no surprise to most as the state of the economy in recent years has forced people to re-consider their … Continue reading

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