Category Archives: vacation to Ireland

Boost for Irish Festivals in 2015

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Tourism Ireland recently announced that it is looking to attract a record of 7.74 million visitors to Ireland next year. This will be the highest level of people taking a vacation in Ireland since 2007 and would result in a … Continue reading →

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Overseas visitor spending reaches €2.8 billion so far in 2014

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The first nine months of 2014 have seen a 9.3% increase on the same period last year according to figures released by the CSO. Continue reading →

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Glow: A Cork Christmas Celebration

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Dust off your Santa hat and get into the festive spirit as Christmas in Cork has officially begun with the launch of Glow festival. A festival for all ages, not only is there a range of culinary delights to enjoy … Continue reading →

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2015 to be biggest year for Ireland Tourism

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Tourism Ireland hope that 2015 will be a bonanza year for tourism in Ireland with as many as 7.74 million visitors will make the trip to Ireland in 2015. Continue reading →

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Increase of direct flights to Ireland

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Aer Lingus have recently announced new direct flights from Washington DC, San Francisco, New York and Orlando. These are planned as part of the airline’s Summer 2015 schedule. The Washington DC flight in particular is set to run four times … Continue reading →

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Kenmare Choral Festival

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those planning a vacation in Ireland and the south west of the country, Kenmare town which is situated in County Kerry is well worth a visit. Not only does the town act as a gateway to the spectacular scenery … Continue reading →

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New additions to Ireland’s Blue Book’s collection of country houses, hotels and restaurants for 2015.

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s Blue Book is an elite collection of the countries finest country houses, hotels and restaurants. Entries into this prestigious guide are selected on strict criteria with a major emphasis on properties with a strong individualistic style, atmosphere and character … Continue reading →

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The success of the recent Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The renowned Guinness Cork Jazz Festival recently took place on the October Bank Holiday Weekend in Cork. The globally renowned festival saw over 1000 jazz musicians who made the trip to Ireland to take part in over 400 music sessions … Continue reading →

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The Sligo Choral Music Festival

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Visitors to Sligo in November are in for a musical treat. The Sligo Choral Music Festival is Ireland’s second largest choral festival and sees national and international choirs converge on the town of Sligo to compete in competitions.

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Condé Nast Traveler Magazine names four Irish hotels in their Top 10 European Resorts

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Condé Nast Traveler magazine has named four of Ireland’s prestigious hotels amongst their Top 10 European Resorts. The hotels featured include Sheen Falls in County Kerry which topped the poll at number 1, Ashford Castle in County Mayo reached second … Continue reading →

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