Category Archives: Galway

Ireland’s county names… What do they mean?

Posted on October 20, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Followers of both Gaelic football and hurling will be familiar with the counties of Ireland being displayed in the Irish language. But what do these names actually mean? Continue reading →

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Galway rated friendliest city in the world

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The results of a recent survey by US travel magazine, Travel + Leisure, has ranked Galway at the top of its list of the friendliest cities in the world. Continue reading →

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New Whiskey Trail launched in Galway

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Galway Whiskey Trail has been launched to celebrate over 200 years of whiskey distilling in the city. Continue reading →

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Tourism Ireland to promote two Irish Arts Festival’s with online films

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Two of Ireland’s most popular festivals, the Galway International Arts Festival and Kilkenny Arts Festival, will be promoted with the help of new online films produced by Tourism Ireland. Continue reading →

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Ireland’s answer to the Orient Express

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Travelling around Ireland is set to be transformed thanks to Ireland’s answer to the world-famous Orient Express. 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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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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Galway Continental Christmas Markets

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The festive season is certainly in full swing in the West of Ireland with the Galway Continental Christmas market which is currently taking place until the 22nd December. The festival, now in its fifth year attracts over 600,000 visitors each … Continue reading →

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The Connemara Four Seasons Winter Walking Festival

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Connemara Four Seasons Winter Walking Festival offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rugged beauty of Connemara between the 24th & 26th December. Continue reading →

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Glow: A Cork Christmas Celebration

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Dust off your Santa hat and get into the festive spirit as Christmas in Cork has officially begun with the launch of Glow festival. A festival for all ages, not only is there a range of culinary delights to enjoy … Continue reading →

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