Rivers run green for St Patrick’s Day

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

With less than 4 weeks to go to the yearly celebration of St Patrick, on March 17, Guinness will flow from Malin to Moscow, the Chicago River will run green and parades will be held worldwide to celebrate the fifth-century preacher and patron saint of Ireland. Continue reading →

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Ireland & Britain to collaborate in Dual Visa Scheme

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Irish Tourism board is entering into a new Dual Visa Scheme with the British authorities to help increase visitors from the further flung countries of the globe. Currently visitors from China, India, Brazil and other regions are required to obtain separate Irish and British visas to make a trip to Ireland and Britain, respectively.  Continue reading →

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Donald Trump purchases the iconic Doonbeg Golf Club

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

US property developer and entrepreneur Donald Trump has confirmed the news that he has purchased the iconic Doonbeg Golf Club in County Clare. It was also confirmed that Doonbeg Golf Club will be rebranded as the “Trump International Golf Links, Ireland”  in a similar to his other Celtic golf resort near Aberdeen in Scotland. Following the announcement Mr Trump went on to say:  Continue reading →

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Top 10 romantic locations to pop the question in Ireland

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching on Friday, 14th February, plenty of loved up couples in Ireland are in search of an unforgettably romantic location to pop a certain ‘question’. With a choice of scenic countryside, serene lakes, majestic mountain scapes and historic castles, Ireland has a host of romantic hideaways to inspire a proposal to remember or even to celebrate a special Irish honeymoon.

So if you are considering popping the big question on Valentine’s Day in Ireland then here are our top ten suggestions:   Continue reading →

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O’Connor shines for Ireland at Winter Olympics

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

After our recent blog on the Irish Olympic team that will be competing at the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia we report back with an update and the news that Ireland’s Seamus O’Connor born in San Diego, California his grandparents are from Ireland – Drogheda and Dublin.   Continue reading →

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Ireland march on to Twickenham after victory over Wales

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland remain unbeaten in the 2014 Six Nations Championship following a hugely impressive 26-3 victory over the reigning champions Wales at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Saturday. The match had been hugely anticipated with both sides recording first round wins against Scotland and Ital, respectively, plus the Irish provincial rugby sides had been in such good form during the European Heineken Cup competition which preceded the Six Nations.   Continue reading →

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New Aer Lingus transatlantic service between Boston & Shannon launched

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

There was good news for those seeking to plan a trip to Ireland over the coming months as Ireland’s national air carrier, Aer Lingus, launched a new Boeing 757 transatlantic service between Shannon airport and Boston’s Logan airport. The launch of the Shannon to Boston service signifies the commencement of a major expansion for the airline’s transatlantic offering including flights to San Francisco and Toronto, all this in addition to their current scheduled flights.   Continue reading →

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Ireland’s Top 10 most & least romantic places in Ireland

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

It’s that time of year again when you might be contemplating  your options as to the most romantic Irish location to visit on Valentine’s Day. According to a survey conducted by the supermarket chain Tesco, Bailieborough in Co Cavan has been named the most romantic town in Ireland.   Continue reading →

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The Wild Atlantic Way – Ireland’s latest tourist attraction

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s tourist board, Tourism Ireland, will be launching the world’s longest defined coastal touring route in March which will be known as The Wild Atlantic Way. Stretching for almost 2500km along the unspoiled and rugged western coastline of Ireland, The Wild Atlantic Way is set to be one of the country’s most awe inspiring coastal routes.  Continue reading →

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Ireland look to make an impact at the Winter Olympics in Sochi

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The 2014 Winter Olympics starting next Friday, 7th February,  in Sochi, Russia will see Ireland sending a 5 person strong team to take part in several events with the hope of bringing back some medals for their efforts. Although the Irish team will be generally young and inexperienced at a Olympic level each member has had outstanding success in mainly junior competitions.  Continue reading →

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