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Unearthing the ancient mysteries of the Burren
Dig up an authentic piece of Irish history by taking part in an exclusive archaeological excavation in the stunning Burren landscape. The history of human settlement in the Burren in Ireland’s rugged west stretches back thousands of years and is revealed in the artefacts and sites that have been excavated there by archaeologists. Now Ancient Odysseys is […]
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Forge special memories on Valentine’s Day in Ireland
Why not book a Valentine’s getaway and discover the many ways to celebrate romance on the island of Ireland. Where better to celebrate St Valentine’s Day than in the very city where the saint is buried. On a Dublin break you can visit the Shrine of St Valentine in Whitefriar Street Church and ask him for a […]
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Ireland is going green (and not just on St Patrick’s Day)
The world goes green on St Patrick’s Day to celebrate all things Irish, but the island of Ireland is also going green in a different way. Ireland has committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 and to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. It’s a commitment that is visible right across the hospitality […]
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Escape to Ireland for a cosy winter break
Off-peak, some of the finest accommodation on the island of Ireland offers great value stays and the chance to enjoy a relaxing break in the most scenic of surroundings. Luxurious castle stays If a stay in an Irish castle is on your bucket list, this winter might be the time to tick it off. Five-star Ashford […]
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Take a trip somewhere into forgotten Ireland
Outdoor adventure, tasty seafood, quirky shops, ancient castles and a magical shoreline – the coastal towns and villages of Dublin Bay promise unforgettable trips out of the city. Stretching from Malahide in the north to Bray in the south, the curving coastline of Dublin Bay provides a splendid setting for a string of charming coastal […]
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Historic 4 Star Luxury Royal Marine Hotel & Spa
The luxury hotel which is now the Royal Marine Hotel was first built in 1863. Dating back to 1828 however, a hotel known as Hayes Hotel stood on this magnificent site overlooking Dublin Bay. The hotel was purchased by William Dargan, builder of the first Railway in Ireland between Dublin and Kingstown (Dún Laoghaire) and […]
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Now is your chance to live on a beautiful Irish island
If the Oscar-nominated movie, The Banshees of Inisherin, made you hanker after a home on an idyllic Irish island, your luck is in. The Irish government has announced that it is offering grants of up to €84,000 to people willing to refurbish vacant or derelict homes on over 20 islands off the spectacular west coast […]
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Southern Peninsulas
Foaming seas, staggering cliffs, ancient constructs – experience the awe inspiring views of Ireland’s Southern Peninsulas… FOLLOW THIS FIVE DAY JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY COVERING 303 MILES Strike out from Tralee, and discover five impeccable peninsulas – Dingle, Iveragh, Beara, Sheep and Mizen – each with its own quirky identity. From the ancient and ethereal beauty of the […]
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Eamonn Ceannt’s iconic pipes marked the start of the 2023 Connacht Fleadh held in Ballina on the 28th July and played a haunting part in the story of one of the lesser known heroes of 1916.
My Granduncle’s unwitting part in the execution of Irish patriot and Proclamation signatory Eamonn Ceannt. For one brief spine- tingling moment; history was brought to life as the audience was held spellbound, as the plaintive tones of “The Foggy Dew” played on Ceannt’s ancient pipes by Eamonn Walsh, filled the small courtyard as Mary Gallagher, […]
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Ireland Illuminates
Watch iconic landmarks and monuments across the island ofIreland highlight the shared history, heritage and culturalconnections between Ireland and Canada #IrelandIlluminates Watch Now