Galway’s literary festival Over The Edge continues to grow

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

January 2014 will see the 11th anniversary of “Over The Edge” a series of monthly literary readings in Galway City Library. The event has continued to grow over recent years to become Ireland’s leading literary reading series. Organised by poets Susan Millar DuMars and Kevin Higgins, the event was founded as a platform for emerging poets and fiction writers. Over 300 authors been involved and over 40 have gone on to have their work published in book form.  Continue reading →

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Ireland popped the cork on 2014 in dazzling style

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland welcomed the New Year with a host of celebrations across the country with Limerick City leading proceedings kick starting its honorary role as Ireland’s first ever National City of Culture.   Continue reading →

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2014 US promotional campaign for Irish Vacations commences

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Following the considerable success of The Gathering 2013, Tourism Ireland has already commenced its US promotional campaign for 2014 with a week-long national TV campaign. Tourism Ireland has stated that the televised promotional campaign will hopefully be seen by millions of Americans who might be persuaded to plan Ireland vacations during the coming year.   Continue reading →

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Irish based digital firm Storyful acquired by News Corp

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Irish digital company Storyful has been acquired by News Corp in a deal worth €18 million ($25 million). The social media news hub, which is based in Ireland, aggregates real-time news stories from around the globe found on social media such as Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook, while also verifying the sources in the process.   Continue reading →

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Ireland is awash with Theatre & Panto this Christmas

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Over the Christmas period Ireland is always packed with joyous festivities and events. The people of Ireland have always been to known to embrace the Christmas spirit with great exuberance and really know how to enjoy the festive season.   Continue reading →

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Connemara offers something different this Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Christmas is almost upon is but that’s no excuse for staying indoors with lots happening across the country over the festive season and into the New Year. In the far west of Ireland they will be celebrate the Christmas spirit in a very unique way at the Connemara Four Seasons Walking Festival.   Continue reading →

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Aer Lingus announce Cork Airport Expansion

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Aer Lingus Regional, which is operated by Aer Arann, has today announced that it is to significantly expand its services at Cork Airport, including the addition of 50,000 seats.

The airline said it expects to grow total passenger numbers by 20% from Cork to over 300,000 by the end of next year.

Aer Arann’s chief commercial officer, Simon Fagan, said its Cork expansion programme was a key part of the airline’s growth plan, and will provide further choice for passengers.

“Our decision to move ahead with expansion in Cork is directly related to the recent Government decision to abolish the travel tax, and is further evidence that sound policies can contribute to solid growth.”

The growth of the airport along with the vast choice of hotels near Cork airport makes it a central hub for people coming in and out of Ireland on a vacation.

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Ireland West Music TV to air Christmas Night special

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

For a traditional Irish night of entertainment this Christmas why not switch from all the Hollywood make believe and go back to the roots of Irish ancestry. TV viewers across Europe can tune into Sky Channel 191 at 10 p.m. for a Christmas Night treat… Ireland West Music TV will present a two-hour Christmas Night special, hosted by Paul Claffey and Gerry Glennon. The show will treat viewers to conversation and music from Nathan Carter, Michael English, Seán Keane, Brendan and Emily Shine, Patrick Feeney, Conal Gallen, Jimmy Buckley, Des Willoughby, Brendan Quinn and Carmel McLoughlin.   Continue reading →

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Ireland tops Euro poll on Business Social Media usage

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

In this new age of digital communication it appears that Irish businesses lead the way with the use of a formal social media policy according to new figures released by the EU’s statistics agency Eurostat. Ireland has the highest percentage of businesses surveyed for the report.   Continue reading →

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Some Ireland Vacation ideas this Christmas

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Many of us think holidays are only for the summer and an ideal break is sun, sand, and sea. But we all get time off over Christmas which provides us with a break from work and a time to relax, but do we really relax? First we have to decorate the house, do the Christmas shopping in busy over crowded shops, and of course cook the biggest turkey to accommodate the whole family, not exactly relaxing…   Continue reading →

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