10 great reasons to visit Ireland in 2015 [Part 4]

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

It’s time to conclude are suggestions for the “10 best reasons to visit Ireland in 2015″, and the final two entries provide a fascinating perspectives of what visitors can expect on a trip to Ireland. From sampling the diverse and creative side of the Irish to experiencing the sheer natural beauty of the Northern Irish coastline.

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10 great reasons to visit Ireland in 2015 [Part 3]

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

To continue with our feature on “10 great reasons to visit Ireland in 2015”, part 3 takes us to the South Coast of Ireland and particularly to the counties of Cork, Kerry and Waterford.

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10 great reasons to visit Ireland in 2015 [Part 2]

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

To continue with our blog on the top reasons to take a trip to Ireland in 2015, we are highlighting some more of our top picks and reasons to take a trip to Ireland in 2015.

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10 great reasons to visit Ireland in 2015 [Part 1]

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

2014 proved to be a memorable for Irish tourism with record numbers visiting and planning vacations in Ireland. Riding on the back of the success of The Gathering in 2013, the last twelve months showed strong growth in visitor numbers from United States, the UK and Europe as well as long haul nations such as China.

2015 promises to be another busy year for the Irish tourism industry with growing popularity of attractions, festivals and activities  in Ireland. Over the coming few blogs we’ll predict some of the best reasons for continued growth in trips to Ireland.

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Dublin ranks fifth in the world for shopping

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

Dublin has received another positive review, this time from the readers at Condé Nast Traveller Magazine, who recently voted Ireland’s capital city in fifth place of the world’s top shopping destinations. Dublin also featured well ahead of New York, Paris and London which are seen as shopping meccas. This prestigious title comes soon after Condé Nast Traveller Magazine voted Dublin as one of the world’s friendliest cities.

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Irish Year of Design 2015

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those planning a vacation in Ireland over the coming twelve months then why not delve in to a year-long programme showcasing the Irish design and innovation at its very best. The year long celebration entitled Irish Design 2015  will be based in Dublin City and comprise a series of special events in Ireland, celebration activities, exhibitions plus much much more.

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Ireland makes Lonely Planet’s Top 10 countries for 2015

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The globally revered travel publication, Lonely Planet, has picked a vacation to Ireland in its Top 10 countries to visit in 2015. Ireland was ranked at number five of the travel publication’s Top 10 finishing behind destinations such as Singapore, Namibia, Lithuania and Nicaragua.

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2015: The year long celebration of the life of WB Yeats

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

2015 is the year for the celebration of the life and works of WB Yeats. Festivities for this year-long celebration are already underway with a range of events taking place in County Sligo. Organisers are estimating that the year-long event will attract up to 85,000 extra visitors this year and it is hoped that it will generate renewed interest and enthusiasm in Irish culture and literature.

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Irish musical extravaganza awaits at TradFest 2015

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those enjoying a mid winter vacation in Ireland, then why not be entertained by the cream of Irish traditional music talent with TradFest 2015’s Gala Concert at the iconic Dublin Castle on 1st February.

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Boost for Ireland’s 2,500km Wild Atlantic Way Route

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Seamus O'Murchu

The now famous 2500km Wild Atlantic Way route, along the West Coast of Ireland is set to feature in a top US adventure sports TV series, Facing Waves. The TV feature is set broadcast into 8 million US homes in the next few months, further promoting the route in a bid to encourage people to plan a trip to Ireland.

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