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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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Dingle International Film Festival to reach for the stars

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The 2014 Dingle International Film Festival takes place between 14th and 17th March and will hosted at both The Phoenix Cinema & St. James’ Church. Continue reading →

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Literary fans to make pilgrimage to Listowel Writers’ Week

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The scenic surrounds of Listowel in County Kerry offer the perfect setting for Ireland’s premier literary festival, Listowel Writers Week, between 28th May to 1st June. Continue reading →

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World set to go green once more for St Patrick’s Day

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Operation Global Greening sees many of the worlds most noted landmarks and buildings temporarily glow literally green, with an emerald green light on St. Patrick’s Day. Continue reading →

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John B Keane’s famous play “Sive” returns to the Abbey Theatre

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

One of Ireland’s most beloved writers John B Keane’s play “Sive” is currently playing at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre (12th February – 12th April) over half a century after the theatre initially rejected it. Continue reading →

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Big Irish celebrations as Chinese Year of the Horse gallops in!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The 7th annual Dublin Chinese New Year Festival is scheduled to take place in the Temple Bar area of Dublin between the 30th January and 14th February. Continue reading →

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Top 10 things to do in Ireland in 2014 – Part Two (Cuid a Dó)

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Following on from Part One (Cuid Amháin) of the Top 10 things to do in Ireland during 2014, we complete the list with our final five recommendations for those planning a trip to Ireland:. Continue reading →

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Top 10 things to do in Ireland in 2014 – Part One (Cuid Amháin)

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

To help you peer through the endless destinations and Ireland vacation offers we’ve selected the Top 10 things to do in Ireland during 2014. Continue reading →

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Garth Brooks to rock Croke Park once again in summer 2014

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Garth Brooks has announced that he will be returning to Ireland this summer with a concert at the home of the GAA, Croke Park, in Dublin. Continue reading →

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Riverdance to kick of Limerick City of Culture 2014 in style

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Riverdance will be the inaugural flagship event for Limerick City of Culture 2014 and also mark the homecoming for Limerick born composer, Bill Whelan. Continue reading →

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