Category Archives: Ireland

Record Breaking Weekend in Belfast!

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Despite the conditions, 20,000 people from all over Ireland and indeed the rest of the world took part in yesterday’s Belfast Marathon. It certainly was the place to be on Bank Holiday Monday despite the bad weather, as almost 3,800 … Continue reading →

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Big numbers expected for Great Limerick Run

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

As mentioned previously, there is much happening this May bank holiday weekend, including the Limerick Riverfest, which takes place in Limerick City and includes the Great Limerick International BBQ. The Riverfest has something for everyone with fashion shows, live music, … Continue reading →

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Olympic battle between Northern Ireland’s top chefs

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This week on the popular BBC Show Great British Menu it’s the turn of 3 top chefs from the North of Ireland to do battle for the chance to cook at a glittering Olympic banquet. This summer, the Olympic Games … Continue reading →

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Irish President Michael D Higgins heads to US for first official visit.

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Irish President Michael D Higgins will arrive in America today for his first official visit. Upon his arrival in New York, President Higgins will be met by Noel Kilkenny, the Consul General of Ireland to New York and Michael Collins, … Continue reading →

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A break away to Ireland this St Patricks Day Weekend

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

St Patricks Day is celebrated all over the world and with this year the day falling over the weekend, what better excuse than to book yourself a vacation in Ireland and head to the home of St Patrick to enjoy … Continue reading →

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DiscoveringIreland Guest blogging about her Ireland Vacation

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Seamus O'Murchu

I was delighted to hear another wonderful story of a DiscoveringIreland Guest enjoying their Ireland vacation last week. However I was even more thrilled when they enquired about our affiliate program and how they could work with DiscoveringIreland to earn … Continue reading →

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Watching the Radio – End of an era for an Irish passtime

Posted on September 19, 2010 by Seamus O'Murchu

Today was the end of an era in Irish broadcasting as the legendary Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh presented his last All Ireland Final. Micheál has been commentating on GAA games for over 60 years and announced earlier this week that he … Continue reading →

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Ireland Vacation – Why are you waiting?

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Discovering Ireland

You probably already know that there are some great reasons to come to Ireland on vacation that never change. You will find thousands of reasons throughout literature, news and on the web as to why Ireland should be  chosen as … Continue reading →

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Free Rail Travel in Ireland for Tourists

Posted on March 18, 2010 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

From Yesterday, St. Patrick’s Day, all senior tourists (aged 66 or more) are entitled to travel on the Irish Rail Network completely free of charge. The scheme, known as the “Golden Trekker” applies to train travel in Ireland on the Iarnród … Continue reading →

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Paying tolls when driving in Ireland

Posted on January 7, 2010 by DiscoveringIreland Travel Tips

We often get questions about how to pay at toll roads in Ireland and their costs. It struck me that it would be a good topic for a post and an opportunity to put together a comprehensive list of car … Continue reading →

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