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New Irish Whiskey With A French Connection – Writers’ Tears Copper Pot Deau XO Cognac Cask Finish
Walsh Whiskey has released Writers’ Tears Copper Pot – Deau XO Cognac Cask Finish, a super-premium edition of its universally popular Writers’ Tears Copper Pot Irish whiskey. It is the fourth expression released under the Writers’ Tears range. On this occasion Founder Bernard Walsh has finished his unique blend of aged Single Malt and aged […]
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Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
High above the waves The creak of wooden slats in the rushing wind. The waves swirling in beneath your feet. The salty spray in your nostrils. Can you handle Carrick-a-Rede? The Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge has woven its way between Carrick Island and the County Antrim mainland for over 250 years. Swaying 30 metres above the […]
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‘Report confirms massive economic windfall from reunification’ – O’Neill
The reunification of Ireland would lead to a massive economic windfall for the whole island while Brexit will have disastrous consequences, a major new international research study has concluded. The report, ‘The Cost of Non Unification – Brexit and the Reunification of Ireland’ was conducted by a team of political science and economics researchers led […]
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New Game of Thrones legacy attractions announced
New Game of Thrones legacy attractions announced Filming locations from the hit HBO series are to open as tourist attractions in Northern Ireland next year. As Game of Thrones finishes filming after a decade in Northern Ireland, TV network HBO has revealed that it will create a major boost to the show’s legacy […]
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Irish Style
Is there anything better than crisp leaves under your feet, fresh clean air and the smell of spices in the neighbourhood? For many Canadians, Autumn is the best time of the year. Summer has come and gone and Winter is still not in sight. There are those few months in between the two harshest seasons […]
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Boxing Ontario! Boxing was born when first a person lifted a fist against another in play.
Boxing Ontario. Boxing was born when first a person lifted a fist against another in play. Different eras of the sport have been distinguished by the various incantations of rule sets. Carvings and paintings show people lifting their fists over 5,000 years ago in ancient Sumeria and over 3,000 years ago in ancient Egypt. It’s […]
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Charming towns and villages of Northern Ireland
Framed by dramatic landscapes and steeped in history, Northern Ireland’s towns and villages are perfect stop-off points on an unforgettable adventure Belleek, County Fermanagh Straddling the border of counties Fermanagh and Donegal, Belleek is a lively market town on the banks of glittering Lough Erne. Home of world-famous Belleek Pottery, this is where exquisite parian […]
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Ireland’s Cities!
Buzzing streets, easy-going locals and culture around every corner – Ireland’s cities are all about personality. When it comes to cities, you’ll find that small is mighty here in Ireland. From the busy streets of Dublin, Ireland’s capital city, to the colourful character of Galway city, there’s a blend of modern living and time-old tradition […]
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A Ulysses Blog! By Ireland’s Ambassador Daniel Mulhall~
Daniel Mulhall is Ireland’s Ambassador to the United States shares his Ulysses Blog with us…a very enjoyable read! I first heard tell of James Joyce’s Ulysses when I was at Secondary School at Mount Sion CBS in Waterford around the year 1970. A teacher known for his radical views recommended it to a group of […]
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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 […]