Category Archives: Ireland vacations

Steven Spielberg to work on Daniel O’ Connell Movie in Ireland?

Well known director Steven Spielberg has expressed an interest in working with actor Daniel Day Lewis on a film about famous Irish political leader Daniel O’Connell.   According to reports, the award winning director has his sights set on filming the … Continue reading

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National landmarks and poems to appear in designs for new Irish passport

What does the Aviva Stadium have in common with the Cliffs of Moher? Well aside from both drawing in vast crowds daily to marvel at attractions and awe inspiring sights (modern rock gods, sporting stars vs wild untamed seascapes forged … Continue reading

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Maths Week in Ireland – How video games are used to teach Maths

Events will be taking place up and down the country until next Saturday as part of Maths Week in Ireland. One of today’s highlights is a lecture by Keith Devlin from Stanford University, at 6.30pm which takes place at the … Continue reading

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Culture Night 2013 – Dublin, Ireland

The 8th ever Culture Night 2013 will take place on Friday September 20th from 5pm-11pm in Dublin, Ireland. This year the event will have a record amount of diverse cultural organisations transforming Dublin by night with more than 190 organisations … Continue reading

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Ireland’s National Stud and Gardens

Located just off the M7 motorway, the Irish National Stud and Gardens is not to be missed. The Stud is a one of a kind attraction of natural beauty where you will some of the most beautiful horses and breathtaking … Continue reading

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Which county did you enjoy the most on your visit to Ireland?

We are looking to find out which county is the most popular with visitors while on their Ireland vacation. Can you help us? Leave a comment and let us know which county you enjoyed the most.  Was it the beauty … Continue reading

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The Small festival with a Big Heart: Bellybang 2013

A small music festival in Ireland is fast becoming very popular with both locals and visitors alike thanks to the unique approach: ALL of the profits go to charity. The budget is spent on essentials such as lighting and stage installations … Continue reading

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Ireland’s Friendly Soccer Game against Wales ends 0-0

Last night the Republic of Ireland soccer team began the football season with a 0-0 over our close neighbors, Wales. Critics felt both teams played poorly, with Ireland unable to break through a weak Wales side. 

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Explore the beauty of Ireland on an Electric Bike

We’re always trying to come up with new ways for you to explore the beautiful Irish countryside and this time we think we have come up with something that will appeal to many of you. Electric bikes are fast becoming … Continue reading

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Michelle Obama to trace the Obamas’ Irish Ancestry while in Dublin

While President Obama attends the G8 Summit in Fermanagh, Michelle Obama and her two daughters will spend time in Dublin today and tomorrow where included in their schedule, is a trip to Trinity College where she will explore the archives … Continue reading

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