Tourism Ireland’s new campaign to promote the Wild Atlantic Way

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

In a bid to further promote the now famous Wild Atlantic Way route, Tourism Ireland have teamed up with Classic FM, one of the UK’s largest radio stations as well as UK property guru Phil Spencer, co-presenter alongside Kirstie Allsopp of Channel 4’s series Location, Location, Location.

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A culinary paradise awaits at the Kinsale Gourmet Festival

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Cork is often referred to as the cuisine capital of Ireland and the town of Kinsale of the county’s southern coast is generally recognised as its gourmet capital with many foodies organising vacations in Ireland to visit the picturesque town.

Each year the County Cork town celebrates its rich culinary heritage and tradition with the Kinsale Gourmet Festival which is entering its 38th year and showcase all of the culinary delights that Kinsale has to offer between the 10th and 12th October 2014.

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Cork Short Story Festival

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Cork International Short Story Festival is set to take place from the 16th until the 20th September. An event dedicated to the celebration of short stories and named from one of Cork’s most beloved authors, the festival includes literary readings as well as a host of forums, discussions and workshops.

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Cork’s Folk Festival to celebrate its 35th year in style

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

This October sees the 35th annual Cork Folk Festival take place in Ireland’s southern capital, Cork City. The festivals will see Cork welcome some of Ireland’s finest folk and traditional Irish musicians will be joined by top class folk artists from abroad between 2nd and 5th of October.

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2014 Tourism Towns Awards Shortlist by Failte Ireland

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Failte Ireland has just confirmed the shortlist of towns in its Tourism Towns Awards for 2014. A total of ten towns will be in included in this prestigious award along with two towns sharing the accolade of Ireland’s top Tourism Town.

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2014 National Ploughing Championships

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The largest outdoor event in Ireland is set to take place in Ratheniska, County Laois, between the 23rd and 25th September. The National Ploughing Championships will be celebrating its 83rd year and will play host to a range of new and exciting exhibitors in addition to the numerous array of long standing companies who will be  showcasing their products and services.

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Taste of Northern Ireland Festival

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those currently taking a vacation in Ireland, Northern Ireland is well worth a visit this weekend.  The gourmet hotspot city of Belfast is set to host the Tesco Taste Northern Ireland Event with over 60 food and drink businesses showcasing their produce.

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Midleton all set for a “Feast in the East” this September

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

East County Cork has increasingly become renowned for its artisan food and culinary excellence while not forgetting its long standing whiskey making traditions at the Jameson Distillery in Midleton. The 2014 Irish Distillers Midleton Food & Drink Festival on Saturday, 13th September, aims to showcase the best of Midleton and the surrounding areas has to offer with a tantalising “Feast in the East”.

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A host of activites to be highlighted in new Wild Atlantic Way TV Series

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

A brand new Irish Travel Series showcasing the now famous 2,500km Wild Atlantic Way route, has begun filming in Kerry this week.  The eight-part series named “Kenny Wild” is set to feature best-selling author Dave Kenny who will swap his comfortable Dublin based home to explore the charm of the Wild Atlantic Way.

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Kilkenny clinches Irish Tidy Town award

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Kilkenny was named Ireland’s tidiest town after pipping almost 849 other contenders to the revered title. Kilkenny City, also known as the ” marble city”, was announced as the winner for the first time since 1985 at The Helix in Dublin.

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