Calling all golfing fanatics! Killarney is the place to be next year with the prestigious Irish Open taking place on the August bank holiday weekend (July 29th – August 1st). This is the third time the competition will be hosted in Killarney and it will once again return to the magnificent championship Killeen Course where the national park, lakes of Killarney and McGillycuddy Reeks (Ireland’s highest mountain range!) form the perfect backdrop. The pretty tourist town of Killarney in County Kerry proved to be an irresistible choice for the Irish …
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If you are heading to the South-West of Ireland , then a tour of the magnificent Dingle Peninsula is a must. This rugged and beautiful corner of Ireland is host to a myriad of activities, from walking & hiking to breathtaking day trips..   One of Ireland’s  top tourist hot-spots, the Dingle Peninsula was included by Tripadvisor as one of the top twenty world destinations in 2008. Here is a small sample of what is in store for those who wish to travel to this corner of the Emerald Isle. …
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Kenmare in County Kerry is one of Ireland’s most visited towns and  it’s with little wonder. We bring you the top attractions in this tourist mecca which are sure to have you returning time and time again…     Molly Gallivans Cottage and Traditional Farm Visitor centre located in Bonane just a few miles from Kenmare. You will be treated to an audio visual presentation which depicts rural life in Ireland before the days of electricity. Visit Molly’s cottage which is over 200 years old before taking a stroll to her …
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This year the world-renowned International Rose of Tralee Festival is celebrating 50 years and promises an even bigger and better festival than ever before.  Popular as ever, The International Rose of Tralee Festival is one of Ireland’s longest running festivals of its kind.    For further details on The Rose of Tralee Festival 2009 please read on…. Each year the town of Tralee, located in southwest Ireland, in the beautiful County of Kerry, plays host to the International Rose of Tralee Festival.  During the month of August, Tralee welcomes women …
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Yes folks, it’s that time of year again as the Killarney Summerfest, renowned as the most entertaining and family oriented festival in Ireland’s south western region draws near! Now in its 8th year, the Killarney Summerfest is one of the major annual events in the Cork Kerry region of Ireland. The festival will run from July 3rd to the 18th in 2009 and the Summerfest events calender is bursting with fun filled activities for all the family. Read on for more… The historic town of Killarney is known all over …
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Kerry is a county that is located in the southwestern corner of Ireland, and is famed for its majestic scenery, wonderful mountain ranges, dramatic coastlines, stunning beaches, charming towns and villages and cascading lakes and rivers. However, there may well be some facts about this wonderful county that you are not totally aware of – so read on to find out more! 1. Kerry is the 5th largest county in Ireland and takes up an 11% portion of Ireland’s landmass. The county has the longest coastline of any Irish County! 2. The three highest …
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Killarney is located in the southwest corner of Ireland in the beautiful County of Kerry, also referred to as ‘The Kingdom’.  Killarney is famous the world over for its unique beauty and seeing it from a jaunting car is an unforgettable experience! Read on to find out why… What better way to explore the beauty of Killarney than by jaunting car! Go back in time with these horse drawn carts when you journey by jaunting car through the streets and parks of Killarney.   No trip is complete until you …
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Killarney will sure be a busy spot for the first Bank Holiday weekend in May, with thousands of spectators descending upon the town to catch a glimpse of the 2009 Rally of the Lakes. Have a look at our brief guide to see what’s in store…   The Killarney International Rally of the Lakes takes place on the first May Bank Holiday weekend (2nd and 3rd of May) this year. Thousands of spectators will descend upon Killarney town to watch tarmac rally crews compete for the top prizes.  Competitions taking place …
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The stunning good looks of picture postcard Kerry have featured in some of Hollywood’s most popular blockbusters. Ryan’s Daughter and Far and Away have used the rugged beauty of the Dingle Peninsula where as Excalibur and The Dawn head south to Derrynane and Killarney respectively. To follow is a brief selection of films that have transferred fabulous images of our glorious county to the “silver screen”… Ryan’s Daughter What an advertisement for Kerry tourism. This film was mostly shot on location on the stunning Dingle Peninsula. At the time there …
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Why should you choose self catering in Ireland for your holidays this year? Well for starters most holiday homes are located close to some of Ireland’s most scenic areas. Add to this freedom and flexibility as well as the opportunity to get your hands on some local wholesome produce to create your own fabulous culinary dishes and you’ll see why!  Many of our self catering properties are surrounded by the beautiful Irish countryside. Imagine waking up to the breathtaking rugged scenery of the Connemara Region, the tranquillity of the Lakes of Killarney or be …
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