The Galway Arts Festival attracts over 100,000 visitors to its annual festivities. With over 500 performers last year, festival goers are looking forward to July for a jam-packed fortnight of theatre, dance, music, literature and comedy. Have a look at our guide for more information… The Galway Arts Festival takes place from July 13th to July 26th, 2009.This is an unusual festival, as participants are first of all invited to submit a CD or DVD, along with reviews, and financial costs to the Festival Artistic Director. He will then choose …
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Six Nations Rugby – Can Ireland Complete The Grand Slam?
After last weekend’s thrilling yet too close for comfort win over England at Croke Park, three 6 Nations fixtures have brought three wins for the Irish rugby team. The big question remaining is – can they replicate this form into the final two fixtures and win the Grand Slam for the first time since 1948? Read on for more… Its fair to say that expectations were low going into the Six Nations 2009 – Ireland had a new coach in Munster maestro Declan Kidney, and his aim at the start …
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St. Patricks Day – Is it Best to Celebrate in Ireland or Abroad?
St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching and Irish people at home and abroad are looking forward to celebrate the feast day of our patron saint! Ireland will see plenty of wonderful and vibrant festivals come March 17th but if you are not at home, don’t despair – there are plenty of St Patrick’s Day Festivals taking place around the world in remembrance of one of Ireland’s national icons. Read on for more… Celebrating St. Patricks Day at Home It is now time to take out those green clothes, tall hats, …
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Saint Patrick’s Day 2009 In Cork City
Cork city starts its St. Patrick’s celebrations on Saturday the 14th of March with 2 days of free family entertainment. Then there is a day of rest until the big day itself when the St. Patrick’s Day parade takes place bringing the city alive with marching bands, clowns, jugglers and community carnival groups. Have a look at our brief guide for more information… Cork city’s St. Patrick’s Day parade starts at 1.00p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day. The parade route begins at South Mall and will proceed along Grand Parade, St. …
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Why its Good to Get Off the Beaten Track in Ireland
Staying in the large cities such as Dublin and Belfast has its advantages, however you can add value to your holiday by “going off the beaten track” and exploring the hidden gems of Ireland. You’ll also get the opportunity to experience the great outdoors as well as visit some of Ireland’s most breathtaking and unspoilt regions. Read on for more… Our top “off the beaten track” destinations: · West Cork – Located in the southwest corner of Ireland, West Cork is home to some of Ireland’s stunning scenery. Add to …
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St. Patrick’s Day 2009 in Galway City
This year marks the 106th anniversary of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Galway city. With approximately 50,000 people due to attend, the carnival atmosphere will certainly carry through the one and a half mile parade route. Expect to see a very colourful parade featuring an international cast of pipe bands, dance groups and performing artists. Have a look at our brief guide for more information…The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Galway city today is a far cry from its humble beginnings back in 1903, when 10,000 people turned out …
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Top Surfing Destinations in Ireland
Ireland has roughly 3,500 miles of coastline with plenty of beaches to indulge in watersports – and particularly surfing! Unfortunately it’s not known for its sunshine or beach lifestyle, nonetheless surfing has become a very popular sport here. Check out our guide to the top surfing destinations, listed in no particular order. The rolling and cascading waves make the Irish coastline a perfect place for surfers to take on the swells. And even our weather can be viewed as a positive, providing another battle that surfers have to challenge! …
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Why Dublin Is Your Perfect Business Meeting Destination
For your next business meeting, why not consider Dublin city. You just wouldn’t believe how much it has going for it, such as a plentiful supply of accommodation, unique conference venues, regular public transport throughout the city and a good exchange rate. Have a look at our brief guide for more information… Dublin as a meeting place has got so much going for it. For starters there is the exchange rate, with the Euro holding its own with the major currencies. There is a wide variety of accommodation on …
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Bodies Exhibition at The Ambassador Theatre Dublin
For an exhibition with a difference, why not pay a visit to the Bodies Exhibition in Dublin. The exhibits on view were actually real people who very generously donated their bodies to science. Suitable for all ages, the exhibition provides an excellent educational opportunity to learn about our own bodies. Have a look at our brief guide to learn a bit more… This certainly is an exhibition with a difference. The bodies and specimens on view actually come from ordinary every day folk, who chose to donate their bodies …
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Irish Crafts – What To Buy And Where To Buy Them
You have come to Ireland and you are having the most marvellous time but you are still searching for that must have keepsake or fine example of Irish crafts to take home with you. Then look no further. Our guide below has a brief selection of where you might find that little gem… STUDIOS Ardmore Pottery Shop, Ardmore, County Waterford for a fine selection of hand thrown earthenware pots by Mary Lincoln as well as a selection of glass and wooden products by Irish artists and craftsmen.For further …
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