Category Archives: Ireland

Supporting SAREN's petition to retain West Cork Today radio program

SAREN, the Skibbereen And Region Economic Network, has today launched a petition asking UTV-Media to reverse its decision to scrap the West Cork Today program presented by David Young on its C103 station. Being based in Skibbereen in West Cork we … Continue reading

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Saint Patrick's day is Ireland Week

St. Patrick’s Day isn’t until Tuesday next March 17, but the USA is feeling a wee bit Irish already, and you certainly don’t need to travel to Ireland for Ireland’s national day to experience some St. Patrick’s day fun. Known in … Continue reading

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Swansea to Cork Ferry is nearly there but one final push is needed

Fundraising efforts to reintroduce the sorely missed Swansea to Cork Ferry are now entering a crucial period where time is running out and donations are quickly needed. The West Cork Tourism Co-Op are aiming for one final push to re-establish … Continue reading

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New Ryanair Routes to Knock and Derry Airports

Ryanair have announced new routes from their Spanish hub in Alicante to Derry Airport and Knock Airport in the North and West of Ireland. The budget airline said today that the services from City of Derry Airport and Ireland West Airport Knock … Continue reading

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Cork Airport and Shannon Airport to remain part of DAA?

It is reported in this morning’s Irish Times that the Irish government is planning a u-turn on it’s decision 4 years ago to make both Cork Airport and Shannon Airport independent of Dublin airport. According to the newspaper report, comments … Continue reading

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Classical extravaganza at Sheen Falls Lodge, Kenmare with Julian Lloyd Webber

Julian Lloyd Webber stars at Sheen Falls Lodge Classical Weekend, November 21st to 23rd. Following the success of his performance last year, Julian Lloyd Webber returns to Sheen Falls with a new beautiful programme of classical music. One of the world’s most popular solo … Continue reading

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New Chairman appointed to Cork Airport Authority

The appointment has been announced that Gerry Walsh, former CEO of Board Gáis, will take over the position of Chairman of the Cork Airport Authority. At DiscoveringIreland we are huge fans of Cork Airport and often receive reviews from travellers … Continue reading

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A Royal Experience in Ireland for only $342

This October, In association with Adare Manor Resort we are offering you the chance to live like a Lord or Lady. Adare is the perfect base for touring the most popular tourist site in Ireland in Counties, Kerry, Limerick, Cork … Continue reading

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Beamish Cork Folk Festival begins today

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, The Beamish Cork Folk Festival begins today and runs until Sunday. This year’s event kicks off with a Flute Concert Presented By Karl Nesbitt in the Spailpín Fánach at 9pm tonight and culmintaes in a program … Continue reading

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$359 for 6 days in Ireland including a CASTLE!

This month DiscoveringIreland have another excellent offer giving you the opportunity for only $359 to spend a 6 days in Ireland including a castle stay! Combine the luxury regal experience of a 15th Century castle with a stay in a … Continue reading

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