Category Archives: Best Places to visit in Ireland

Game of Thrones series makes Northern Ireland a must-see destination

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Northern Ireland is known for its glorious scenery and a wealth of tourist attractions from the Titanic Centre to the Giants Causeway, however it is quickly becoming known as home to the Game of Thrones series.

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Tourism Ireland and VisitBritain sign new partnership agreement

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The agreement will seek to boost the numbers of tourists planning a vacation in Ireland and Britain who are visiting from long-haul markets such as India, China and south east Asia. Continue reading →

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Planning a summer vacation in Ireland?

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland is a perfect destination for summer holidays and offers some of the lushest emerald scenery in the world… and it comes in all shapes and sizes. Continue reading →

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Top picks for driving routes in Ireland

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

One of the best ways to explore Ireland is by planning a self drive tour of Ireland. This type of trip offers the flexibility needed to enjoy the many sights and attractions that a vacation in Ireland offers.  The recently … Continue reading →

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Ireland hits the heights of Hollywood

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland has witnessed huge growth in the number of TV and film productions choosing it as their preferred location for filming such as Penny Dreadful, Quirke, Vikings and, of course, Game of Thrones. Continue reading →

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Cork City tops Huffington Post European travel list

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

American online news website, The Huffington Post, has ranked Cork City top of its list of the most under-rated cities that visitors to Europe should see in their lifetime. Continue reading →

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Worldwide iconic sites go green for St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Over 70 iconic sites worldwide joined in on the St. Patrick’s Day festivities by going green for the day.  Each year a host of landmarks go “green” to mark the day with the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio … Continue reading →

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Liam Neeson helps promote his native Northern Ireland

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Hollywood star Liam Neeson has taken a new role as a travel spokesman and is helping to promoting his native Northern Ireland as a tourist destination. The ‘Taken’ star has added his voice to the Northern Ireland Tourist Board’s latest … Continue reading →

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Animated fun for St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

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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Honeymoon Gems in Ireland

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Thinking of booking your honeymoon in Ireland? An ideal honeymoon destination, Ireland is known worldwide for its hidden gems and vast array of castles, cathedrals, and monasteries. While you won’t find an abundance of sunshine on this island, you’ll be transported into a misty land of fairytale castles from Blarney Castle and Cahir Castle to Kilkenny Castle. Contact us today to find out more about Ireland honeymoon packages or for more information on self drive tours of Ireland. Continue reading →

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