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Animated fun for St. Patrick’s Day

If you are looking for something different than the regular St Patrick’s Day events and parades, Tourism Ireland have just announced their plans for a 2014 online parade. ‘The Fantastic St Patrick’s Parade’ game will include pixies, pirates, vampires and … Continue reading

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Mid West of Ireland new sports tourism capital of Europe

Similar to how Dublin has become a digital capital for large companies such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Google, the Mid West region of Ireland has it’s sights on becoming the sports tourism capital of Europe. This title would be a … Continue reading

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Dingle International Film Festival to reach for the stars

The 2014 Dingle International Film Festival takes place between 14th and 17th March and will hosted at both The Phoenix Cinema & St. James’ Church. Continue reading

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Literary fans to make pilgrimage to Listowel Writers’ Week

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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