Category Archives: Activities in ireland

West Cork attractions pick up awards for Responsible Tourism

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

West Cork is known for boasting some of Ireland’s most scenic and rugged coastline. The area attracts many people taking a vacation in Ireland due to the fantastic whale watching and sea kayaking opportunities it offers.

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Culinary delights await at the West Waterford Food Festival

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

There is a culinary treat in store for those visiting the West Waterford for the 2015 Festival of Food between the 9th and 12th April! Continue reading →

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Easter Egg hunts in Ireland not to be missed

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

In the lead up to Easter Sunday and on the day itself, there are a multitude of themed Easter events suitable for the whole family taking place throughout Ireland. Continue reading →

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Féile Neidín 2015

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The acclaimed Feile Neidin or Kenmare Irish Music Festival is set to take place from the 9th until the 16th April, bringing a celebration of Irish music, song and dance to the stunning setting of Kenmare. The town of Kenmare is … Continue reading →

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The Galway Food Festival

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The up and coming Galway Food Festival is set to take place in Galway city over Easter weekend from the 2nd until the 6th April. Ideal for those planning on taking a trip to Ireland, the popular Galway Food festival … Continue reading →

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The world goes green for St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ahead of the up and coming St. Patrick’s Day, Tourism Ireland have launched a video showcasing footage from its Global Greening initiative, where global landmarks are set to light up green for St. Patrick’s Day.

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Jameson Dublin International Film Festival

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Jameson Dublin International Film Festival returns to Ireland’s capital for 11 days between the 19th & 29th March. Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Cork

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

With a little over a week to go until the big St Patrick’s Day Festival, if you are looking to celebrate Ireland’s National Holiday this year, Cork city has announced a festival fit to rival Dublin’s four- day planned celebration. … Continue reading →

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Planning ahead for the annual 2015 St. Patrick’s Festival

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Plans just been revealed for the 2015 four-day St. Patricks’ Day Festival.  It is expected that a half a million people will attend this year’s festival, which will be led by Brendan O’Connor of Mrs. Brown’s Boys fame. Organisers of … Continue reading →

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Ireland is back on the world tourism map with over 7.25 visitors in 2014.

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

In 2014 an estimated 1.2 million visitors from the United States took a vacation in Ireland. This figure was a 15 percent from 2013 and it set a new record according to Tourism Ireland, who additionally plan to build on … Continue reading →

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