Category Archives: Ireland vacations

Belfast Film Festival

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Belfast city is set to come alive over the next few days with the annual Belfast Film Festival which is set to take place until the 25th April. The festival which is popular with people taking a vacation in Ireland … Continue reading →

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West Cork attractions pick up awards for Responsible Tourism

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

West Cork is known for boasting some of Ireland’s most scenic and rugged coastline. The area attracts many people taking a vacation in Ireland due to the fantastic whale watching and sea kayaking opportunities it offers.

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Easter Egg hunts in Ireland not to be missed

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

In the lead up to Easter Sunday and on the day itself, there are a multitude of themed Easter events suitable for the whole family taking place throughout Ireland. Continue reading →

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Ireland’s Good Friday drinking ban

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

With Easter one of the most popular times of the year for people taking a trip to Ireland, it often comes as a surprise to visitors that the country’s bars and restaurants completely shut for Good Friday. In fact, the … Continue reading →

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Féile Neidín 2015

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The acclaimed Feile Neidin or Kenmare Irish Music Festival is set to take place from the 9th until the 16th April, bringing a celebration of Irish music, song and dance to the stunning setting of Kenmare. The town of Kenmare is … Continue reading →

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The Galway Food Festival

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The up and coming Galway Food Festival is set to take place in Galway city over Easter weekend from the 2nd until the 6th April. Ideal for those planning on taking a trip to Ireland, the popular Galway Food festival … Continue reading →

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100 Best Places to Stay in Ireland

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

McKennas’ Guides has published its 100 Best Places to Stay in Ireland with some fascinating new entries as well a number of surprising omissions. Continue reading →

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The world goes green for St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ahead of the up and coming St. Patrick’s Day, Tourism Ireland have launched a video showcasing footage from its Global Greening initiative, where global landmarks are set to light up green for St. Patrick’s Day.

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Cork

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

With a little over a week to go until the big St Patrick’s Day Festival, if you are looking to celebrate Ireland’s National Holiday this year, Cork city has announced a festival fit to rival Dublin’s four- day planned celebration. … Continue reading →

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Trips to Ireland from overseas have increased by 9%

Posted on February 27, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Trips to Ireland from the UK and North America have increased by more than 123,000 (9.1%) according to recent CSO figures, Continue reading →

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