Category Archives: Ireland vacations

Tracing your family history in Ireland

Are you hoping to trace your Irish family history while on your Ireland vacation? The Wicklow Family History Centre is the perfect place to research your family history.  It was established in 1987 where staff has computerised County Wicklow’s Roman … Continue reading

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Daingean’s Medieval Gathering

From the 8th to the 9th of June, Daingean in Co. Offaly is the place to be as you will be taken back to medieval times. This truly spectacular festival will give revelers the opportunity to experience medieval past times … Continue reading

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Where to surf: West Cork

Surfs up! We are often asked where the best places are for surfing. This week we are focusing on West Cork. Cork has plenty of beautiful beaches which provide the perfect spot for surfing. Our top rated picks are Barley Cove, … Continue reading

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50th anniversary of US President John F Kennedy’s Visit to Ireland

2013 marks the 50th anniversary of a very special event in Ireland. From the 26th of June to the 29th in 1963, Ireland was buzzing with excitement thanks to the visit of US President John F Kennedy – just months … Continue reading

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Flights from the Med to Cork with Arkefly

Dutch airline Arkefly, a wholly owned subsidiary of travel company TUI Group, which flys to more than 70 destinations worldwide, including favoured holiday sites throughout the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and North and South America, has increased the number … Continue reading

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Irish Golfer McDowell Wins European Title Ahead of Irish Open

Ireland’s Golfer Graeme McDowell has become the first Irish winner of the Volvo World Match Play Championships in Bulgaria.

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Street Tea Party and Baking Competition to feature during Kinsale Arts Festival

Sunday July 7th will be the date for the ‘Come Home for your Tea Party Day’ which is part of the Kinsale Arts festival 2013. The Street Tea Party will be held along the wonderful streets of Kinsale in Co. … Continue reading

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Irish Music Festivals – Electric Picnic 2013

Looking to attend music festival in Ireland while on your Ireland vacation? The line up for ‘Electric Picnic’ 2013 promises to be one of the best to date. With acts such as Bjork, My Bloody Valentine, Franz Ferdinand, Artic Monkeys … Continue reading

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The Rainbow Run – Ireland’s most fun 5k run!

Looking for a fun motivational goal to get fit? At the same time you’ll be raising money for charity.  The Rainbow Run ticks all of those boxes. Nicknamed ‘Ireland‘s most fun 5k run’, colored powder paint will be scattered all over participants as … Continue reading

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Bandon Music Festival

The Bandon Music Festival 2013 promises to be one of the best festivals yet. This year the festival will begin on May 31st and finish up on June 2nd. Royseven, who are one of Ireland’s leading bands hailing from Dublin, will … Continue reading

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