Category Archives: West Cork Islands

Staycation Destinations

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Seamus O'Murchu

The summer is a time to switch off and explore unique destinations. We have compiled a list of must-visit destinations for Summer 2020. 

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Top Places In West Cork To Visit For A Romantic Adventure

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Seamus O'Murchu

The happiness of the big day is still in the air and the love makes everything magic to keep dreaming about the future together…. There is no better place than West Cork to make you feel these emotions. The sea, … Continue reading →

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Inchydoney Beach in Clonakilty named Ireland’s best beach by Tripadvisor

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Seamus O'Murchu

If you are looking to take a vacation in Ireland, Tripadvisor have just announced its users’ favourite beaches from all over the world, including the top 10 beaches in Ireland. In the survey Clonakilty’s Inchydoney Beach came top of the … Continue reading →

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LA Times feature on the spectacular West Cork region

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The West Cork region is known for boasting some of Ireland’s most stunningly beautiful, scenic and rugged coastline. The area attracts many people taking a vacation in Ireland due to the fantastic whale watching and sea kayaking and coastal walking … Continue reading →

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West Cork Literary Festival

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

A range of international talent is set to descend upon the scenic West Cork region of Ireland this July with the return of the now world-famous West Cork Literary Festival. The town of Bantry is set to come alive with … Continue reading →

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Recipe for success: Kinsale to feature on Canadian Gourmet TV Show

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Images of the south west coast of Ireland are set to feature on Canadian TV this year. Particularly images of Kinsale and Cork will be seen on 1.5 million Canadians. This is due to one of Canada’s most successful TV … Continue reading →

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The Annual Cape Clear Storytelling Festival

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Situated off the South West coast of Ireland, Cape Clear Island is Ireland’s southernmost inhabited island, located just 8 miles off the coast of Baltimore in West Cork.  Now in its 20th year, the annual Storytelling Festival takes places from … Continue reading →

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Escape to the rare beauty of Garnish Island in West Cork

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

While on an Ireland vacation in West Cork, you may be surprised to discover a hidden and quite unexpected gem… Garnish Island. The island is home to a garden of unique beauty, so much so, that garden lovers from all over the globe … Continue reading →

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West of Ireland to become more connected thanks to new routes to Knock!

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ryanair have announced new routes to the West of Ireland, with three new services to be rolled out at Knock Airport, as well as additional flights to and from existing destinations.

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West Cork man Steve Redmond is first to complete Oceans 7 Challenge

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

With the Olympics just a few days away, Irish sporting pride is already on a high with news that an Irish amateur swimmer has made history by completing the gruelling Seven Oceans challenge. Steve Redmond from Ballydehob in the scenic … Continue reading →

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