‘Rebels And Rivals’ At Bunratty Castle
July 26, 2023 No Responses

‘Rebels And Rivals’ At Bunratty Castle

By Barry Coughlan Life in a Norman village a thousand years ago will be created at Bunratty Castle, County Clare this coming Saturday (July 29), so for any visitors to the west of Ireland history lessons beckon strongly. The origins...
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The National Surf Center Opens In Strandhill, Co Sligo
July 8, 2023 No Responses

The National Surf Center Opens In Strandhill, Co Sligo

By Barry Coughlan The first of a kind surf center has positioned Strandhill, County Sligo, as a world-class surfing destination that will yield millions of dollars for the county on an annual basis going forward. Surfing in Ireland was once...
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United Airlines And Shannon Airport Celebrate 25 Years, Aer Lingus Announces New Shannon-Paris Service
June 29, 2023 No Responses

United Airlines And Shannon Airport Celebrate 25 Years, Aer Lingus Announces New Shannon-Paris Service

By Barry Coughlan United Airlines and Shannon Airport have had reason to celebrate after marking the 25th anniversary of the airline’s nonstop service between Ireland and New York/Newark. The airline has already celebrated a passenger traffic milestone, carr...
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The Irish Wake Museum Opens In Waterford
June 23, 2023 No Responses

The Irish Wake Museum Opens In Waterford

By Barry Coughlan For anyone, the subject of death is never an easy one, but the tradition of wakes in Ireland has gone on through the centuries and continues today albeit mostly in rural locations. Now, visitors to the country...
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Richly Steeped In Irish History And Tradition, Castlemartyr Resort Is A Must Visit Destination In Co. Cork
May 25, 2023 No Responses

Richly Steeped In Irish History And Tradition, Castlemartyr Resort Is A Must Visit Destination In Co. Cork

By Barry Coughlan “Nestled amid East Cork’s woodlands, the luxury 5-Star Castlemartyr Resort is a destination richly steeped in Irish history and tradition. “Situated on 220 acres, Castlemartyr Resort consists of a grand 18th century country manor house ...
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Irish Tourism News: Blackwater Valley Opera Festival Kicks Off In Lismore On May 30
May 24, 2023 No Responses

Irish Tourism News: Blackwater Valley Opera Festival Kicks Off In Lismore On May 30

By Barry Coughlan The Blackwater Valley Opera Festival is committed to bringing opera to everyone with its accessible and imaginative program of events over a week from May 29 to June 5. With 21 events at 12 venues across the...
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Normandy Is ‘Invading’ Ireland In June, Bringing The Very Best Of Its Food And Drink
May 18, 2023 No Responses

Normandy Is ‘Invading’ Ireland In June, Bringing The Very Best Of Its Food And Drink

By Barry Coughlan The Normandy Food Tour June 3rdSt. Patrick’s Park, DublinFrom midday to 7 pm June 4thCathedral Square, WaterfordFrom midday to 7 pm June 5thNew Ross QuaysideFrom 11 am to 6 pm A friendly invasion of a kind has...
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‘The Local’ In Dungarvan Goes From Strength To Strength With A Menu That Has Made It A ‘Must-Visit’ Experience
April 28, 2023 No Responses

‘The Local’ In Dungarvan Goes From Strength To Strength With A Menu That Has Made It A ‘Must-Visit’ Experience

By Barry Coughlan Don’t expect wall to wall televisions adorning one of Dungarvan, County Waterford’s most recognized pub restaurants these days. Pre-Pandemic ‘The Local’ in Dungarvan County Waterford was known as a popular pub in the attractive harbor...
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Mount Congreve House Now Open To Visitors After $7m Renovation
April 27, 2023 No Responses

Mount Congreve House Now Open To Visitors After $7m Renovation

By Barry Coughlan Visitors to the stunning Mount Congreve Gardens in County Waterford can now linger a little longer as the Georgian Gate Lodge has been redeveloped to offer a two-bedroom sanctuary in the midst of the majestic 70 acres...
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Easter On The Island Of Ireland Has Surprises For Everyone
April 6, 2023 No Responses

Easter On The Island Of Ireland Has Surprises For Everyone

By Barry Coughlan For anyone interested in nature, discovery and adventure, Birr Castle Demesne might provide an option for families over the coming Easter weekend in Ireland. As always, particularly with an improvement in temperatures and, hopefully, a cessat...
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