Category Archives: Ireland Travel

Ryanair issues official terms of bid to takeover Aer Lingus

Posted on December 16, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

Michael O’Leary’s Ryanair officially presented its takeover bid to Aer Lingus investors yesterday, giving them until January 5th to accept the €1.40 ($1.87) per share offer. Ryanair presented the opportunity to create “one leading, financially strong, Irish-run airline group.” The offered share price … Continue reading →

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10 reasons to travel to Ireland in 2009

Posted on December 5, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland

Our most popular annual promotion, the early bird special, is back by popular demand!! Due to an unprecedented level of requests we are again offering you the chance to get 10% off your 2009 visit to Ireland So Why Book … Continue reading →

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Cork Airport and Shannon Airport to remain part of DAA?

Posted on November 17, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

It is reported in this morning’s Irish Times that the Irish government is planning a u-turn on it’s decision 4 years ago to make both Cork Airport and Shannon Airport independent of Dublin airport. According to the newspaper report, comments … Continue reading →

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Classical extravaganza at Sheen Falls Lodge, Kenmare with Julian Lloyd Webber

Posted on November 12, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

Julian Lloyd Webber stars at Sheen Falls Lodge Classical Weekend, November 21st to 23rd. Following the success of his performance last year, Julian Lloyd Webber returns to Sheen Falls with a new beautiful programme of classical music. One of the world’s most popular solo … Continue reading →

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New Chairman appointed to Cork Airport Authority

Posted on November 6, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

The appointment has been announced that Gerry Walsh, former CEO of Board Gáis, will take over the position of Chairman of the Cork Airport Authority. At DiscoveringIreland we are huge fans of Cork Airport and often receive reviews from travellers … Continue reading →

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A Royal Experience in Ireland for only $342

Posted on October 13, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland

This October, In association with Adare Manor Resort we are offering you the chance to live like a Lord or Lady. Adare is the perfect base for touring the most popular tourist site in Ireland in Counties, Kerry, Limerick, Cork … Continue reading →

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$359 for 6 days in Ireland including a CASTLE!

Posted on September 16, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland

This month DiscoveringIreland have another excellent offer giving you the opportunity for only $359 to spend a 6 days in Ireland including a castle stay! Combine the luxury regal experience of a 15th Century castle with a stay in a … Continue reading →

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Dublin Fringe Festival 2008

Posted on September 11, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland

What Dublin doesn’t have in size, it more than makes up for in personality. Ask anyone who’s visited the ‘Fair City’ and they’ll have one or two tales to tell about the legendary charm of Dublin. This September, Dublin is … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Westport

Posted on September 8, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

It’s official! Westport in County Mayo is Ireland’s tidiest town. For the third time, the County mayo town has won the overall title at the 2008 SuperValu TidyTowns awards ceremony in Dublin. Westport previously won in 2001 and in 2006 A visit … Continue reading →

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Ryanair to close two routes from Cork Airport

Posted on August 27, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

Ryanair announced today that they are to close 2 routes to Cork Airport from the United Kingdom. This is a blow to toursim in the southwest of Ireland, a region that has also seen UK visitor numbers affected by the … Continue reading →

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