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The Top 3 Reasons to Visit Ireland

3. The Castles From restored masterpieces to untouched gems, Ireland has plenty to offer when it comes to castles. They are plenty of castles scattered around the country but the most famous would be Blarney Castle in Blarney, County Cork … Continue reading

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History of Kinsale, Co. Cork

Kinsale is a town steeped in history and colour and a popular tourist destination. Kinsale was the battlefield site where the English forces defeated an Irish/Spanish force in 1601. Charles Fort, which is a now a popular location for events, … Continue reading

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Celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver to open restaurant in Dublin

Dublin will soon get a new restaurant, as top celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to open a new Italian themed restaurant this autumn in Dundrum Town Centre, creating approximately 75 new jobs for local people to join their team … Continue reading

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Damien Duff’s 100th Ireland Cap

For Ireland there was very little to celebrate at Euro 2012 but despite losing the game and coming last in their group one of the players had something to celebrate – a personal milestone. Damien Duff won his 100th cap … Continue reading

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Become an Islander for a weekend with a trip to West Corks Islands

Become an islander for a weekend on the 23rd and 24th June as the main islands of West Cork invite people of all ages to explore all that is on offer letting visitors during this weekend only avail of islander … Continue reading

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New Airline Service Between USA and Ireland

United Airlines have been busy celebrating the announcement of their new USA to Ireland service. The new daily nonstop service between Washington and Dublin Airport will begin shortly. The director of sales at United Airlines, Sharon Pierce claimed “Our launch … Continue reading

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Euro 2012- Opening Game: Ireland Zero Points

It has been a tough opening match for the Irish team in their long awaited opening game in the Euros against Croatia. Ireland’s first match in the Euros since 1988, proved disastrous with Ireland suffering their first ever opening match … Continue reading

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Westport Festival County Mayo Ireland

On 23rd – 24th June in Westport House, Westport, County Mayo a music festival to rival any other will take place and will see more than 50 international and Irish acts play on 3 stages over just 2 days! Acts … Continue reading

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EURO 2012: Roy Keane believes Ireland has a good shot

In a telling interview, Irish veteran football player Roy Keane shared his thoughts on Ireland’s Euro 2012 chances. Keane believes it will be very difficult for Ireland to come out of their extremely tough group but he noted that Ireland … Continue reading

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Olympic Flame Burns Bright in Ireland

Over the past few days the Olympic Torch has been touring Northern Ireland, passing through the areas of Port Rush, Derry and Belfast and this morning at 6:30am, Olympic Games Hero’s from 1992, medal winning boxers Wayne McCullogh and Michael … Continue reading

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