Category Archives: Galway

Connemara Four Seasons Walking Festival

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Here in Ireland we are blessed with some awe inspiring scenic landscapes that beg to be fully explored and experienced no matter what the season or weather. For many the best way to fully explore the terrain and take in … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the works of Oscar Wilde in Galway

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Galway City will be hosting a special festival to celebrate the great works of Ireland’s literary greats, Oscar Wilde, taking place between Friday and Sunday, 5th to 7th September 2014. Continue reading →

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Galway Arts Festival

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those fortunate enough to be planning an up and coming trip to Ireland a venture to the West of Ireland is well worth adding to any travel itinerary. Galway city, located in the heart of the West of Ireland is a vibrant … Continue reading →

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8 Irish Universities in World Top 1,000

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) recently published a list of the top 1,000 third-level institutions which featured eight of Ireland’s universities. Continue reading →

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A film- lovers festival in Galway

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Galway is synonymous with festival fun and this summer features a mix of exciting festivals that attract thousands of visitors each year. One such festival worth noting is the Galway Film Fleadh which is one of Ireland’s leading and many … Continue reading →

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Storms reveal Irish archaeological treasures from the Neolithic period

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Stormy weather has exposed archaeological treasures dating back to the Neolithic period on Connemara’s Omey island off the west coast of Ireland. Continue reading →

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Galway’s literary festival Over The Edge continues to grow

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

January 2014 will see the 11th anniversary of “Over The Edge” a series of monthly literary readings in Galway City Library. Continue reading →

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Connemara offers something different this Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

In the far west of Ireland they will be celebrate the Christmas spirit in a very unique way at the Connemara Four Seasons Walking Festival. Continue reading →

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Ireland West Music TV to air Christmas Night special

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

For a traditional Irish night of entertainment on Christmas Night tune into Sky Channel 191 at 10 p.m. for a treat with Ireland West Music TV Continue reading →

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Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival celebrates 59 Years

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Taking place from 26th – 29th September in Galway City and celebrating its 59th year is the Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival.

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