Top Irish Musicians in Worlds Richest Musician List

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This week it was announced that Irish Rock Band U2 are riding high at number 5 of the World’s richest musician list with Irish dancing superstar Michael Flatley not too far behind at number 9!

The world wide success of both entertainers from Ireland is no surprise when you consider that throughout the country and indeed throughout the year you can see live music and dancing at events up and down the country. With May fast approaching and the summer months upon us, there is an array of festivals in the calendar and sure to be one to be enjoyed wherever you are taking your vacation in Ireland.
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Rugby by the Sea!

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

As the May Bank holiday weekend approaches, the beautiful historic town of Kinsale situated on the southern coast of Ireland in County Cork prepares itself for the world renowned Kinsale Sevens!

A fun weekend for all – year on year the Kinsale sevens attracts players and visitors from around the world, some of whom decide to incorporate it into their friends and family vacation in Ireland.
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The Meitheal Irish Travel Trade Fair

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Last week in Dublin proved to be a busy and all important week in the Irish and international travel calendar as the annual Meitheal Irish Travel Trade Fair kicked off. Hundreds of travel industry representatives from industry areas such as Ireland vacations and abroad arrived in the capital for this annual two day travel trade workshop which took place in Hall 1 in the RDS Dublin on Tuesday 17th – Wednesday 18th April. Organised by Tourism Ireland in conjunction with Failte Ireland Meitheal is one of the biggest events of the Irish tourism calendar.

This years running of the event saw over 310 tour operators from over 18 countries meet with over 600 Irish accommodation and activity providers as well as promoters of Irish attractions for the two days. It proved to be the perfect opportunity for people working in the travel industry throughout Ireland and abroad to meet up and exchange ideas, give and receive feedback and make those all-important contacts. Continue reading →

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Many things to entertain this May

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

As we approach the start of spring and summer there are lots of events happening around the country for both locals and visitors on vacation in Ireland.

Focusing on the forthcoming May Bank Holiday weekend, which this year is the weekend of the 4th-7th May; Ireland has festivals happening up and down the country and include, to name but a few;
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Taste of Dublin gets Star Service

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

It has been announced that Jamie Oliver, celebrity British Chef, known for his drive and determination to educate about food – including changing the school dinner systems in the UK – will open the Taste of Dublin on Thursday 14th June.

Taste of Dublin is set to feature more than 25 Dublin city restaurants and restaurants from around the country who will pitch up in Iveagh Gardens for the event.

Following his duties opening the festival, Oliver will give a demonstration in the Chef’s tent. Other famous Chef’s to look out for during the festival include some of Ireland’s home grown talent such as Rachel Allen and Neven Maguire.
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Ireland’s McIlroy becomes world number 1

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Brit, Luke Donald needed a top 8 place in the RBC Heritage in the United States, but could only managed joint 37th and therefore surrendered his world number one ranking this week  to Ireland’s Rory McIlroy.

Despite sitting out this tournament, US Open Champion, McIlroy, overtook Donald at the top of the rankings to become World Number 1!
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Shindig Festival in Kerry 20-22nd April at Carlton Hotel

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland vacations are not complete without some Irish dancing! For fans of traditional Irish dancing and live Irish music, Tralee is the place to be this weekend. This upcoming weekend sees the shindig festival, a weekend of traditional music and set dancing takes place in the Charlton hotel in Tralee (scene of the Rose of Tralee).

Run on the 20-22nd April, the ‘Shindig’ is a fun packed weekend of great Irish music, singing, set dancing, Sean-Nos dancing, storytelling and the occasional pint of Guinness.
Throughout the weekend there are workshops on all aspects and styles of traditional Irish dancing, with classes to suit everyone from complete beginners to more experienced dancers wishing to improve their footwork and specialise in certain dances. Continue reading →

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West Cork for Walkers

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

There is no escaping the fact that walking vacations are becoming increasingly popular, with some 366,000 international visitors taking walking holidays each year.

Not surprisingly due to the beautiful scenery and varied landscapes of Ireland, it is a top destination for walking holidays and currently throughout Ireland there are now 43 National Waymarked Trails, which includes 120 looped walks.  21 of these walks are in County Cork, and in particular one area of the county that is often frequented by walkers on their vacation in Ireland is the wonderful region of West Cork.
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Increase in the number of Irish people holidaying in Ireland

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

ireland vacations and honeymoonRecently it has been reported that the number of Irish people spending their vacations in Ireland has increased. This comes as no surprise to most as the state of the economy in recent years has forced people to re-consider their extravagant holidays abroad as well as the amount of holidays per year.

On average most people took more than two vacations per year abroad during the Celtic Tiger years. However, those days are long gone now as more and more people are forced to holiday in their home country. Continue reading →

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5,000 gather in Cobh to remember the 123 passengers who boarded Titanic

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland Vacations Cobh“Of the 123 Irish passengers who boarded the Titanic only 44 of them survived.”

Yesterday, 5,000 people gathered in Cobh as the relatives of the poor Irish passengers who perished when the Titanic sank for a commemoration service. The services was led by Irish President  Michael D. Higgins and took place at the exact spot where the 123 passengers left in a small boat to board Titanic.

In his speech Mr. Higgins said: “We remember with respect all those who died on the Titanic and the thousands more whose lives were devastated by the loss of their loved ones in the Atlantic. We reflect on what it teaches us about the inherent fragility of human life in the face of nature”

One of the relatives in the crowd was Mary Woods, whose uncle Jeremiah Burke (19) boarded the Titanic. Mr. Burke from Glanmire, Co Cork was travelling as a third-class passenger along with his cousin Nora Hegarty (18) from Whitechurch, Co Cork. Both cousins tragically died on the ship. Continue reading →

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