Tag Archives: Kinsale

Shortlist for 2014 Top Tourism Towns unveiled

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

A short-list of 15 towns and villages from across Ireland has been unveiled by the national tourist board, Fáilte Ireland, all of which are being put forward for consideration in the 2014 Tourism Towns Awards. Continue reading →

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Planning a summer vacation in Ireland?

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland is a perfect destination for summer holidays and offers some of the lushest emerald scenery in the world… and it comes in all shapes and sizes. 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. Continue reading →

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Top 10 things to do in Ireland in 2014 – Part Two (Cuid a Dó)

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Following on from Part One (Cuid Amháin) of the Top 10 things to do in Ireland during 2014, we complete the list with our final five recommendations for those planning a trip to Ireland:. Continue reading →

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Kinsale Arts Festival July 2013

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

An annual celebration of international and local arts and culture, the Kinsale Arts Festival will take this year between the 6th and the 14th July.

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Kinsale Arts week promises food for thought and a host of entertainment

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Situated only 20 minutes from Cork city and on a direct road from the airport, Kinsale is the gateway to West Cork. This delightful harbour town with its narrow winding streets, colourful quaint houses and rich history and culture proves … Continue reading →

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History of Kinsale, Co. Cork

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

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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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 … Continue reading →

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Ireland a culinary pleasure

Posted on January 22, 2008 by Maria Lieb

Excellent culinary and Ireland, a few years ago these were two different things, which did not fit together. Up to recently when people considered Irish cuisine, people always thought first of the traditional bacon and cabbage, colcannon, brown soda bread … Continue reading →

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Banks of the Foyle Halloween Carnival: October 31-Nov 1

Posted on November 23, 2007 by genevieve.tuit

With no plans for Halloween and never having been North of the border I was delighted to be invited to Derry for the Banks of the Foyle Halloween Carnival by the Derry Visitor & Convention Bureau. I was greatly looking … Continue reading →

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