Category Archives: Ireland vacations

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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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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