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A new cultural festival will reach every county in Ireland this Easter Monday
By admin 24 March 2017
On Easter Monday this year, a series of cultural events will take place across the country as part of a new national day of culture and creativity. Cruinniú na Cásca – which directly translates as "A meeting at Easter" – will celebrate contemporary Ireland through a range of cultural and artistic events, focused on activities […]
The City of Galway to be launched as European Green Leaf 2017
By admin 22 February 2017
The City of Galway will be officially launched as European Green Leaf 2017, an environmental designation awarded by the European Commission in "recognition of the city's commitment to the environment". Galway was awarded the appointment in June last year, beating off competition from Mikkeli in Finland and Cornellà de Llobregat in Spain, but the status […]
Irish Tourism Industry Awards celebrates excellence and innovation
Ireland's tourism industry was celebrated at the Irish Tourism Industry Awards, where winners in 14 categories won awards for excellence and innovation at a gala event in the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road in Dublin. The Irish Tourist Industry Confederation (ITIC), the umbrella group for the tourism industry in Ireland, organises the awards, along with Fáilte […]
National Geographic MD visits 'Cool' Donegal to present official award
Donegal recently topped the 'National Geographic's Cool List for 2017', the prestigious magazine's annual roll call of places to visit in the coming year. Compiled by a panel of National Geographic's contributors, the list focuses on 17 must-see destinations for 2017 and details what the publication describes as "the culture capitals, hipster hot spot, wild
The Seventh annual Meath Business & Tourism Awards
By admin 7 December 2016
The Seventh annual Meath Business & Tourism Awards took place tonight at the Newgrange Hotel in Navan. Hosted by Blathnaid Ni Chofaigh, the awards provide an opportunity to recognize the talent and efforts of the business community throughout Meath. The Overall winner of the Business of the Year Award 2016 was Travalue from Navan, with […]
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Rising from the Ashes: The Athenaeum in Enniscorthy has officially re-opened following restoration
By admin 6 October 2016
Enniscorthy was the final garrison in Ireland to surrender in 1916. Today, the Athenaeum theatre and town hall, where the Volunteers made their brave stand, will once again return to a central position in Enniscorthy, following its re-opening on Friday, 23 September. The Athenaeum theatre is one of the nine capital projects developed as Permanent […]
Titanic Belfast voted Europe's best tourist attraction
By admin 5 September 2016
Titanic Belfast has been named 'Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction' at the prestigious World Travel Awards. The award was presented at a gala ceremony in Sardinia last night. Titanic Belfast beat off stiff competition from attractions like The Eiffel Tower, La Sagrada Familia and Buckingham Palace to claim top spot. Last year, Dublin's Guinness Storehouse was […]
All Aboard! Ireland's first luxury sleeper train launches today
By admin 30 August 2016
The Belmond Grand Hibernian, billed as Ireland's first luxury sleeper train, launched in Dublin today. The extravagant train includes 10 carriages, 20 en-suite cabins, two dining cars and an observation car, all refurbished by specialist outfitters. The Grand Hibernian's inaugural journey is a six-day 'Grand Tour of Ireland', with 40 passengers
Best 5 Summer Cruises for 2016
By admin 4 August 2016
1. Alaska The spring and summer months is when you can cruise to Alaska during ; the season runs from May and ends in September. If you're a fan of glaciers, wildlife, fascinating history and adventurous activities like ziplining and hiking, head north. Ketchikan is dubbed the "Rain Capital of Alaska," and the forecast can […]
Five places in Dublin to visit during the heat
By admin 19 July 2016
As the heat wave continues, temperatures have reached as high as 28C in parts of the country today! How are you spending your time in the rare Irish sun? Below , we've included a list of locations in Dublin for our readers to visit as they try to make the most of the Irish summer. […]
EU Nautical Tourism Delegates Make A Splash In Donegal
Delegates from FEDETON (EU Federation of Nautical Tourism Destinations) were treated to a warm Donegal welcome when they arrived in Ireland for their General Assembly meeting earlier this month. The event took place in Donegal Town, County Donegal. The AGM, which was held in the Central Hotel, was hosted by Donegal County Council with assistance […]
Cork to Host UNESCO's 3rd International Conference on Learning Cities
Cork has been chosen by UNESCO to host its International Conference on Learning Cities in 2017. This will be the very first time that the prestigious conference has been held in Europe. Hosting the conference will help strengthen Ireland's international reputation in the field of education, bringing particular attention to Cork's influence as a Learning […]
Galway wins European Capital of Culture 2020
Galway has been awarded European Capital of Culture in 2020, following a competition involving cities from across the island. The European Capital of Culture began in 1985 and has been awarded to more than 50 cities across the EU. Since its inception, every year the European Union designates one city in one European country to […]
Ireland Voted Best Travel Destination in US Awards
Great news for Irish tourism following the Travel Weekly annual Readers Choice Awards in New York as the country was named 'Best Destination: Europe'. Travel Weekly is the biggest weekly newspaper for American travel agents and travel professionals, meaning that Irish tourism should see an increase in footfall coming from North America in the coming […]
The Final Shortlist of European Capital of Culture Announced
By admin 24 November 2015
Great news for Galway, Limerick and the Three Sisters of Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny, as each city has been shortlisted to proceed to the next selection stage for European Capital of Culture 2020. Unfortunately, Ireland's only other entrant, Dublin, did not make the shortlist and has been eliminated from the runnings. The European Capital of […]
Engage, Discuss and Get Involved in Limerick's Bid for European Capital of Culture 2020.
By admin 3 June 2015
This summer the team supporting Limerick's campaign for the designation of European Capital of Culture 2020 is asking the broader Limerick community to engage, discuss and get involved in Limerick's bid for European Capital of Culture 2020. Limerick's bid needs to reflect the ideas, ambitions and values of its communities, and what Limerick can offer […]
Over 180 events in Donegal's Bealtaine 2015
Over 180 events stretching right across Donegal help make up an extensive programme for the 18th annual Bealtaine Festival which takes place throughout the month of May. Bealtaine is about celebrating creativity as we age and from dance to cinema, painting to theatre, it is a chance for people to make new and challenging work […]
Application process for 2015 funding opens for community tourism initiative for the diaspora
Limerick City and County Council today announced that applications for funding are now being sought under the Community Tourism Initiative for the Diaspora. The initiative builds on the community involvement legacy of The Gathering 2013 and is a joint partnership between Limerick City and County Council, IPB Insurance and Fáilte Ireland. Now in its second year, […]
Gay Byrne launches New Brochure and App for Donegal Tourism
The launch of a brand new tourism brochure, highlighting all that Donegal has to offer, was launched yesterday (Thursday) by none other than Mr. Gay Byrne in the magnificent setting of Glenveagh Castle. Gay and his wife, Kathleen Watkins, were in the county to promote this full colour brochure that has been produced by Donegal […]
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NEW DIRECTOR APPOINTED TO LIMERICK CITY GALLERY OF ART
By admin 28 January 2015
Limerick City and County Council has announced that Úna McCarthy has been appointed as Director/Curator of Limerick City Gallery of Art (LCGA). A native of Charleville, Co Cork, Úna McCarthy has worked as Head of Festivals with The Arts Council since 2004. She is due to take up her position as LCGA Director in Limerick […]