Category Archives: Activities in ireland

Literary fans to make pilgrimage to Listowel Writers’ Week

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The scenic surrounds of Listowel in County Kerry offer the perfect setting for Ireland’s premier literary festival, Listowel Writers Week, between 28th May to 1st June. Continue reading →

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Giro d’Italia 2014 Irish stages announced

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

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

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

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

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

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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Top 10 romantic locations to pop the question in Ireland

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

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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Ireland’s Top 10 most & least romantic places in Ireland

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

It’s that time of year again when you might be contemplating  your options as to the most romantic Irish location to visit on Valentine’s Day. According to a survey conducted by the supermarket chain Tesco, Bailieborough in Co Cavan has … Continue reading →

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The Wild Atlantic Way – Ireland’s latest tourist attraction

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s tourist board, Tourism Ireland, will be launching the world’s longest defined coastal touring route in March which will be known as The Wild Atlantic Way. Continue reading →

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Some Irish hidden gems to visit in 2014

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

There is so much to explore and discover on Emerald Isle with plenty of hidden gems which would provide visitors with the quintessential Irish experience. Continue reading →

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Big Irish celebrations as Chinese Year of the Horse gallops in!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The 7th annual Dublin Chinese New Year Festival is scheduled to take place in the Temple Bar area of Dublin between the 30th January and 14th February. Continue reading →

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Top 10 things to do in Ireland in 2014 – Part Two (Cuid a Dó)

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Following on from Part One (Cuid Amháin) of the Top 10 things to do in Ireland during 2014, we complete the list with our final five recommendations for those planning a trip to Ireland:. Continue reading →

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