Category Archives: Activities in ireland

Summer Music Festivals in Ireland

This summer there are many music festivals to be enjoyed up and down the country that have attracted some well known international acts to the bill! With so much choice, there is sure to be something to suit everyone’s musical … Continue reading

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Record Breaking Weekend in Belfast!

Despite the conditions, 20,000 people from all over Ireland and indeed the rest of the world took part in yesterday’s Belfast Marathon. It certainly was the place to be on Bank Holiday Monday despite the bad weather, as almost 3,800 … 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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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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A Titanic Easter Weekend!!!

It is a fantastic time to be on your vacation in Ireland this Easter Weekend, as we embark upon our Titanic centurial celebrations! In the South, in Cobh, County Cork – made famous as Titanic’s last port of call to … Continue reading

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Musical Ireland a Must!!!

The popular reality show, The Voice of Ireland, is the ultimate talent show. Taking the world by storm and gripping the nation, is thanks in part to the top Irish musician coaches; Bressie (Nial Breslin), Sharon Corr, Kian Egan and … Continue reading

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Watching the Radio – End of an era for an Irish passtime

Today was the end of an era in Irish broadcasting as the legendary Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh presented his last All Ireland Final. Micheál has been commentating on GAA games for over 60 years and announced earlier this week that he … Continue reading

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Croke Park Shuttle Bus relaunch

The shuttle bus service for the Croke Park Stadium Tour is to be relaunched on Tuesday April 13th and will run for the Summer Season until Spetember. The service evolves from the very successful introductory service last year; and the 2010 … Continue reading

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Classical extravaganza at Sheen Falls Lodge, Kenmare with Julian Lloyd Webber

Julian Lloyd Webber stars at Sheen Falls Lodge Classical Weekend, November 21st to 23rd. Following the success of his performance last year, Julian Lloyd Webber returns to Sheen Falls with a new beautiful programme of classical music. One of the world’s most popular solo … Continue reading

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Beamish Cork Folk Festival begins today

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, The Beamish Cork Folk Festival begins today and runs until Sunday. This year’s event kicks off with a Flute Concert Presented By Karl Nesbitt in the Spailpín Fánach at 9pm tonight and culmintaes in a program … Continue reading

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