Category Archives: Best Places to visit in Ireland

Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine spotlights south west coast of Ireland

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Lonely Planet’s influential travel guide recently listed Ireland in the top 5 countries in the world to visit in 2015. Not only did Ireland receive such a high accolade in the prestigious travel guide, this December’s issue of the Lonely … Continue reading →

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Increase of direct flights to Ireland

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Aer Lingus have recently announced new direct flights from Washington DC, San Francisco, New York and Orlando. These are planned as part of the airline’s Summer 2015 schedule. The Washington DC flight in particular is set to run four times … Continue reading →

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Kenmare Choral Festival

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those planning a vacation in Ireland and the south west of the country, Kenmare town which is situated in County Kerry is well worth a visit. Not only does the town act as a gateway to the spectacular scenery … Continue reading →

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Things to do in 36 hours in Dublin

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

According to the New York Times recent feature called; “things to do in 36 hours in Dublin”, the city is found to have gone through tumultuous changes in recent years.  Gone are the Celtic Tiger Years with Dublin now offering … Continue reading →

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New additions to Ireland’s Blue Book’s collection of country houses, hotels and restaurants for 2015.

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s Blue Book is an elite collection of the countries finest country houses, hotels and restaurants. Entries into this prestigious guide are selected on strict criteria with a major emphasis on properties with a strong individualistic style, atmosphere and character … Continue reading →

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Eclectic programme planned for the Cork Film Festival

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

This year marks the 59th edition of the Cork Film Festival, which takes place between the 7th & 16th November. Continue reading →

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Cliffs of Moher welcomes one millionth visitor

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The one millionth visitor to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience in 2014 has been recently recorded marking the first time that the milestone figure has been reached at the visitor attraction. Continue reading →

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The Sligo Choral Music Festival

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Visitors to Sligo in November are in for a musical treat. The Sligo Choral Music Festival is Ireland’s second largest choral festival and sees national and international choirs converge on the town of Sligo to compete in competitions.

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Condé Nast Traveler Magazine names four Irish hotels in their Top 10 European Resorts

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Condé Nast Traveler magazine has named four of Ireland’s prestigious hotels amongst their Top 10 European Resorts. The hotels featured include Sheen Falls in County Kerry which topped the poll at number 1, Ashford Castle in County Mayo reached second … Continue reading →

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Ireland ranked as one of the top 10 countries to visit in 2015 by Lonely Planet

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Lonely Planet’s influential travel guide has just ranked Ireland 5th on its list of Top 10 in the World to visit in 2015. This mention in Lonely Planet gives Ireland a much needed boost to an already recovering economy. According … Continue reading →

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