Category Archives: Ireland

Irish landmarks shortlisted for World Tourism Awards 2014

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

On the international front, it appears to be good news for Ireland and indeed County Clare as not one but two of our countries main tourist attractions, The Burren and the Cliffs of Moher, both located in county Clare, have been short … Continue reading →

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Cork Choral Music Festival

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Part of the attraction of festivals whilst on a vacation in Ireland particularly music and arts festivals is their capacity to open up to the public the many delights and attributes of their chosen genre. Music fans are often enlightened and … Continue reading →

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Battle of Clontarf celebrated with two Irish stamps

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Irish postal service, An Post, is planning to signify the celebrations to mark the 1,000th anniversary of the historic Battle of Clontarf by issuing a set of two stamps which will soon become coveted collectors items. Continue reading →

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Game of Thrones series makes Northern Ireland a must-see destination

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Northern Ireland is known for its glorious scenery and a wealth of tourist attractions from the Titanic Centre to the Giants Causeway, however it is quickly becoming known as home to the Game of Thrones series.

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Cycle tourism in Ireland boosted by new smartphone app

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Cycle Ireland have developed a new app aimed at presenting maps and directions for some of the country’s best routes on smartphones. Continue reading →

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Irish/UK relations grow stronger following President Higgins’ State Visit

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The success of the Queen’s tour of Ireland, a visit by her Irish counterpart was always in the works and last week was the turn of our own President Michael D Higgins to pay a historic four day State Visit to the UK. Continue reading →

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Carlingford prepares for the National Leprechaun Hunt

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Not many people have heard of the town of Carlingford in County Louth but it is a magical place steeped in mystery. In fact there’s an old tale that 20 years ago a well known business man called PJ O’Hare … Continue reading →

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Queen welcomes Britain’s Irish community to Buckingham Palace

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Queen of England opens the doors of Buckingham Palace to welcome over 300 guests representing the Irish community in Britain marking next month’s state visit to Britain by the Irish President Michael D Higgins. Continue reading →

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Ireland’s National Heritage Sites Open for Weddings

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Many people with roots in Ireland dream of having their wedding in Ireland.  For those looking to make this dream a reality, the Irish Government have announced that seven national heritage sites in Ireland have been made available as venues … Continue reading →

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Cork City tops Huffington Post European travel list

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

American online news website, The Huffington Post, has ranked Cork City top of its list of the most under-rated cities that visitors to Europe should see in their lifetime. Continue reading →

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