Category Archives: Best Places to visit in Ireland

Visitor number increase year to date for Ireland’s top attractions

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Continuing with last year’s tourism growth, Ireland’s top attractions are seeing visitor numbers of people taking a vacation in Ireland up about 10% so far this year. These top attractions are notably seeing a rise in British visitors taking a … Continue reading →

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Tourism study reveals visitor views of Irish vacation hotspots

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

During 2013, Fáilte Ireland sought the views of tourists and visitors to Ireland as a way of gaining some insight into their perspective of the country and its regional destinations. Continue reading →

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A summer guide to Ireland’s gardens

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland is blessed with myriad magical gardens and, in particular, the summer months are the perfect time to enjoy a vacation in Ireland to experience them. Whether you’re a horticultural enthusiast and simply on the lookout for that backdrop to an extra … Continue reading →

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Shortlist for 2014 Top Tourism Towns unveiled

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

A short-list of 15 towns and villages from across Ireland has been unveiled by the national tourist board, Fáilte Ireland, all of which are being put forward for consideration in the 2014 Tourism Towns Awards. Continue reading →

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Ireland’s top tourist attractions for 2013 revealed

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Fáilte Ireland has released its list of Ireland’s top visitor attractions in 2013, with the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Zoo and Cliffs of Moher topping the bill. Continue reading →

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Baltimore Wooden Boat Festival

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The fishing village of Baltimore, situated in West Cork, Ireland is the place to be this May. From the 23rd until the 25th May, the Baltimore Wooden Boat Festival takes place in this picturesque village. Ideal for those whilst on … Continue reading →

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Best beaches for a summer vacation in Ireland

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The many beaches dotted along the Irish coastline are a must-see. From Dollymount Beach in County Dublin to Inch Beach in County Kerry and Inchydoney Beach in County Cork, Ireland boasts a range of excellent beaches to choose from! Continue reading →

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Ireland the destination of choice for top celebrities

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

While we dream of holidays abroad, stars retreat to our greener shores… Continue reading →

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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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