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Category Archives: Ireland vacations
To Roam or to Pre-Pay in Ireland? That is the question!
Many of you have been wondering whether to switch on roaming or buy a pre-pay cell phone during Ireland vacations. We have decided to investigate and here is what we have found: The Facts Using our telephone and cell phone, … Continue reading
Cork Folk Festival – 3rd to 7th October
As we mentioned in a previous post about Traditional Irish Music, the Cork Folk Festival is taking place this weekend (the 3rd to 7th of October). After 32 years the festival is still going strong with a host of incredible … Continue reading
Posted in Ireland vacations, Music in Ireland
Tagged cork, Cork Folk festival, Ireland, Ireland vacations, Kilfenora Céilí Band, paul brady
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Spain top the FIFA Rankings while Ireland come in at number 28
The current world and European champions Spain were unsurprisingly announced as the current holders of the number one spot in the FIFA rankings yesterday. The Republic of Ireland were placed at the number 28 spot. Germany kept the second position … Continue reading
Kilkenny are the Gaelic Hurling All-Ireland Champions!
Yesterday Kilkenny were crowned the All-Ireland Gaelic Hurling Champions after a thrilling game against Galway. At around 3.30pm Irish time on Sunday the 30th of September, the crowd roared as it became official that Kilkenny were the holders of the … Continue reading
Surprise Line Ups For Arthur’s Day
It’s September 27th which means it’s Arthur’s Day 2012 and what acts are playing where is still unknown for most venues around the country. Arthur’s Day is a joint celebration of music and the famous ‘Black Stuff’ (Guinness!). One thing … Continue reading
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Tagged Arthur's Day 2012, Dublin events, Guinness, Ireland, Ireland vacation
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Harry Potter and the Tom Markham Cup
In the space of just a few days, Ireland has seen some of Hollywood’s hottest property celebrate with a winning GAA team and mingle with locals and visitors. The Dublin Minor GAA Football team were celebrating in the city on … Continue reading
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Tagged dublin, GAA, GAA Football, Ireland, Ireland vacations, Roscommon
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Baltimore Walking Weekend – September 29th and 30th
Ireland is arguably one of the best places in the world for walking trails due to the wonderful scenery to be found up and down the country. The Baltimore Walking Weekend is coming up on the 29th and 30th of … Continue reading
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Tagged Ireland vacations, Ireland walks, Irish scenery, Walking trials, Walks Ireland
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Waterford Breaks World Biggest Bowl of Porridge Record
The Waterford Harvest Festival took place 10th – 16th September 2012 to celebrate the food heritage and culture in Waterford. A festival for food lovers everywhere, it was a modern twist on the traditional harvest celebrations and feasting period, with … Continue reading
7.9% Increase in Tourists to Ireland
Ireland truly is the only place to be! The number of tourists visiting Ireland grew by 7.9% last year. The figures also revealed that fewer Irish people traveled abroad to holiday choosing to stay and vacation in Ireland. In 2011, … Continue reading