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SCOTLAND’S NEWEST WHISKY DISTILLERIES IN 2018
You may already know that Scotland is rightly famed for producing the world’s finest whiskies, but did you know that each year there are more and more whisky distilleries popping up around the country? In 2017, seven new distilleries – Torabhaig, Isle of Raasay, Dornoch, Lindores Abbey, Clydeside, Bladnoch and Ncn’ean – started production. This […]
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The story of potato
When the Irish potato – as the Solanum tuberosum is widely known – was first introduced to these shores in 1586, it was initially thought of as animal feed. But we Irish quickly developed a love of the spud, which can be as delicious as it is nutritious. It is an excellent source of digestible […]
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Great Lighthouses of Ireland ‘Shine a Light’ on Summer
Shine A Light on Summer Festival is taking place from top to toe on the island of Ireland at five of our Great Lighthouses Shine A Light on Summer Festival is taking place from top to toe on the island of Ireland at fiveour Great Lighthouses – at Fanad Head in the wilds of Donegal, at […]
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Heart of St Laurence O’Toole Has Joyful Homecoming at Christ Church Cathedral
The heart of St Laurence O’Toole, Dublin’s patron saint, returned to its rightful home in Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin The heart of St Laurence O’Toole, Dublin’s patron saint, returned to its rightful home in Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Thursday April 26. The relic was stolen from the cathedral in March 2012 and after a six […]
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Director’s cut of landmark TV ad celebrates 25th anniversary of The Cranberries debut
One of Ireland’s most memorable and best-loved tourism ads has been shared for the first time ever The director’s cut of one of Ireland’s most memorable and best-loved tourism ads has been shared for the first time ever today, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Cranberries seminal debut album, Everybody Else is Doing it, […]
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Highland Games
What do you get when you combine international athletes, local communities and visitors at a Highland games? A warm welcome and a cracking family-friendly day out! The Highland Games are getting closer and in preparation for the activities plan your trip today! With Highland Festivals taking place from BC to Nova Scotia and beyond you have your pick… […]
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BritBox’s April Slate Announced
BritBox, the subscription streaming service from BBC Worldwide and ITV, is set to celebrate the spring this April with an array of top UK titles. Starting the month with the annual Easter From Kings event, the roster will also include a political stunt featuring one of the UK’s most popular political programs (Question Time) and […]
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Roast Leg of Lamb with Spicy Topping ~ A great recipe to spice up your Sunday roast!
Roast Leg of Lamb with Spicy Topping – A great recipe to spice up your Sunday roast! Serves 10-12 Preparation time: 90 minutes Ingredients 1 leg of lamb approx. 2 ½kgs Salt and freshly ground black pepper Spice Mixture 1 tablesp. ground turmeric 1 tablesp. ground cumin 1/2 teasp. chilli flakes 1 teasp. cayenne 1 […]
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Hit the road: Five fantastic driving routes for 2018
It’s not the destination, it’s the journey goes the old adage. It may be a well-worn cliché, but when that journey finds you road tripping through a landscape as epic as Scotland’s, it’s hard to think of a truer statement. A road trip isn’t just the secret to awakening your spirit of adventure. From a […]
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Why you should travel to Ireland in the spring!
What’s not to love about Ireland in spring? New Tourism Ireland video explores why you should visit this season! Crisp mornings and sun-filled blue skies are just two of the reasons that make the island of Ireland the perfect place to visit in the spring, between March and June! Tourism Ireland’s lovely new video celebrates […]