5 star Cork hotels can be found in both Cork city and in the peaceful countryside of County Cork. Hotels with a 5 star grade offer a luxurious standard of accommodation with those little extra touches that make you feel that you’re the most important guest in the world! Choose to relax in 5 star Cork hotels in the heart of the vibrant Cork city or in the midst of rural bliss, Cork hotels are top of the list when it comes to serving up a break of self-indulgent luxury. Hayfield …
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Cork city is located in County Cork Ireland. It’s the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland (after Dublin) and has so much to offer the visitor, with lots of historic buildings, wonderful architecture, a buzzing nightlife scene and lots of opportunities for the avid shopper! Cork city is a superb shopping destination. The city centre is compact and walkable with many of the streets pedestrianised. The main shopping street in the city is Patrick Street – which is Cork’s main thoroughfare. It runs from Grand Parade in the …
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Only in its 4th year – “Live at the Marquee” is definitely holding its own with some of the more established festivals on the International Festival calendar in Ireland. This year it runs from the 18th June to the 7th July and will be hosted in the Cork Docklands in Cork city, Ireland. No different to previous years – the organisers have once again pulled out all the stops to provide you with a superb line-up of world famous performers, includingEric Clapton, Dolly Parton, Lou Reed, Meatloaf, Neil Young, Paul …
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When in Cork city, Ireland, make sure you stop off at the Cork City Gaol – a 19th century prison, which depicts what life in jail was like for women prisoners in Cork from pre famine times to the civil war times. Step back in time to experience gaol conditions from the past centuries.  Cork City Gaol founded in the 1840′s is complete with grim corridors, iron stair cases, barred windows and many cells with original graffiti on the walls.  A must-see attraction, the cells contain life size models and …
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A gastronomic paradise showcasing the city’s best restaurants! If this sounds like your kind of festival, then get yourself to Cork city from the 27th June to the 29th June, 2008. Now an international event – the Taste Festival comes to Cork city from Friday the 27th of June to Sunday the 29th of June. This 3-day event, held in Cork City Gaol Heritage Centre, is home to over 60 food and drink exhibitors. Special features include:  Drumms Chef Demonstration Theatre where you can pick up some handy tips for “try …
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Some of Ireland’s best-loved spas are located in County Cork, so if you’re in need of some pampering, choose from one of the following hotels in Cork for your stay. Hotels in Cork city with spas The Imperial Hotel & Spa claims to be one of the oldest hotels in Cork city! It’s located on South Mall, just steps from all that Cork city has to offer. Guests can relax in the hotel’s Aveda Spa with its tropical showers, aroma and salt grottos and its exclusive Evian Hydrotherapy Pool. The Maryborough …
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Searching for hotels in Cork with leisure facilities? Well, you’re search ends here!  There are lots of hotels in Cork with leisure facilities whether you want one in the city or in the country. Most come with their own gym and swimming pool so you won’t have to neglect your fitness regime while on holidays. Hotels in Cork city with leisure facilities There are lots of hotels in Cork city with leisure facilities. If you hotels in Cork city centre then choose The Gresham Metropole Hotel, The Clarion Hotel or The Jury’s Inn Hotel …
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With our Cork accommodation you can book anything from a luxury Cork hotel to a cosy bed and breakfast in Cork. There’s something to suit everyone’s taste and budget whether you’re heading to the Rebel County for a family holiday, a romantic weekend or even just a night’s stop over. All Cork accommodation is Tourist Board approved so matter what you choose you’ll receive value for your money. Read more on Cork accommodation… Also known as ‘The Rebel County’, Cork can be found on the south coast of Ireland in …
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Witness some exceptional singing at the 54th Cork International Choral Festival. Spanning the May Bank Holiday weekend – the festival begins on Wednesday, the 30th of April 2008. With approximately 85 performances, and choirs from 22 countries on this year’s programme, it’s no small wonder that the event has been instrumental in developing choral music in Ireland.  During the festival, national and international choirs will take part in gala concerts, school concerts, and competitions, thus celebrating all aspects of choral music. The beauty of the event, is that the visitor has the opportunity …
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Cork city is the 2nd largest city after Dublin in the Republic of Ireland. Whether you love culture, heritage, historic attractions, or you simply want to enjoy eating out, some good nightlife and a bit of shopping, then Cork city is definitely the place for you!        “By the banks of my own lovely Lee” Cork city founded by St. Finbarr over 1000 years ago – has so much to offer the discerning tourist.  A haven of stunning architecture, for example take a look at the City Hall, St. Finbarr’s …
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