Category Archives: Ireland Family History

Unique Spots to Propose in Ireland

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Irish Tourism

It’s one of the most important questions you’ll ever ask—let’s help you get it right! We’ve put together the top 5 most unique places to propose in Ireland. Continue reading →

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Walk Through the Fire of the 1916 Easter Rising

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Irish Tourism

Let’s go back in time to the 1916 Easter Rising. Learn about the brave Irish who decided it was time to take a stand for freedom. Explore Dublin today! Continue reading →

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Top Spots to Explore Ireland’s Potato Famine Past

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Irish Tourism

The Irish Potato Famine had a huge impact on the country, reducing our population by about 20%. Learn where to experience its legacy first-hand in Ireland. Continue reading →

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Top Attractions To Visit In Cork…

Posted on May 21, 2020 by Seamus O'Murchu

The county of Cork is situated along the South West coast and the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland. With many sights, activities and stunning attractions on offer, there’s never been a better time to discover the picturesque county. Many of … 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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JFK planned private family vacation to Ireland

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The late American President John F Kennedy had planned a private family vacation in Ireland to visit his ancestral homestead in Dunganstown, County Wexford. Continue reading →

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Tom Cruise’s Irish Roots Explored ahead of his Ireland Visit

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Hollywood Superstar Tom Cruise will arrive in Ireland tomorrow for a brief stopover to promote his new film, Oblivion. Due to arrive in Dublin on Wednesday morning, Cruise will record an interview for RTE’s “Late Late Show” before he takes … Continue reading →

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Morpeth Roll Reveals Distant Link To Prince William

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

A distant link to the present members of the British royal family is among the 160,000 signatures found in the Morpeth Roll one of Ireland’s most fascinating artefacts. Made in 1841 as a tribute to a popular chief secretary, it … Continue reading →

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Trace your Irish Roots Today – Part 1

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Throughout the ages, the Irish have found themselves leaving our own Emerald Isle in search of a better life. America, Canada, Australia and of course our neighbours in the UK have been on the receiving end of the influx! We … Continue reading →

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