Category Archives: Activities in ireland

Tourism Ireland’s new campaign to promote the Wild Atlantic Way

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

In a bid to further promote the now famous Wild Atlantic Way route, Tourism Ireland have teamed up with Classic FM, one of the UK’s largest radio stations as well as UK property guru Phil Spencer, co-presenter alongside Kirstie Allsopp … Continue reading →

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A culinary paradise awaits at the Kinsale Gourmet Festival

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Kinsale Gourmet Festival returns for its 38th year to showcase all of the culinary delights that Kinsale has to offer between the 10th and 12th October 2014. Continue reading →

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Cork Short Story Festival

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Cork International Short Story Festival is set to take place from the 16th until the 20th September. An event dedicated to the celebration of short stories and named from one of Cork’s most beloved authors, the festival includes literary … Continue reading →

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2014 Tourism Towns Awards Shortlist by Failte Ireland

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Failte Ireland has just confirmed the shortlist of towns in its Tourism Towns Awards for 2014. A total of ten towns will be in included in this prestigious award along with two towns sharing the accolade of Ireland’s top Tourism … Continue reading →

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2014 National Ploughing Championships

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The National Ploughing Championships will take place in Ratheniska, County Laois, between the 23rd and 25th September 2014 and will be Ireland’s largest outdoor event. Continue reading →

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Taste of Northern Ireland Festival

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those currently taking a vacation in Ireland, Northern Ireland is well worth a visit this weekend.  The gourmet hotspot city of Belfast is set to host the Tesco Taste Northern Ireland Event with over 60 food and drink businesses … Continue reading →

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A host of activites to be highlighted in new Wild Atlantic Way TV Series

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

A brand new Irish Travel Series showcasing the now famous 2,500km Wild Atlantic Way route, has begun filming in Kerry this week.  The eight-part series named “Kenny Wild” is set to feature best-selling author Dave Kenny who will swap his … Continue reading →

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Failte Ireland Launches Wild Atlantic Way App

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The now famous Wild Atlantic Way 2,500 km route now has its own app thanks to Failte Ireland.  This new app which is now available in Apple App Store and Google Play Store claims to be the definitive guide to … Continue reading →

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Follow in footsteps of Giants through Limerick

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Limerick City will be host to a fitting climatic cultural spectacle, between 5th and 7th September 2014, with the Royal de Luxe presenting ‘The Giant’s Journey’. Continue reading →

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Fancy A Taste of West Cork?

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

A Taste of West Cork showcases the considerable food producing community in West Cork and takes place in Skibbereen between the 5th and 14 September. Continue reading →

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