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Dún Laoghaire Harbour celebrated a significant milestone as it welcomed its 100,000th cruise passenger. The lucky passenger, Melinda Berk from New York, stepped ashore from the Norwegian Dawn Cruise Ship on her first visit to Ireland. In honour of this momentous occasion, Melinda was presented with a hamper of gifts, including a beautifully crafted wooden […]

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Funding Awarded for After Hours at the Museum Grant Scheme

By Ryan Harmon 31 August 2023

The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin, has allocated awards of just over €620,000 to museums and galleries under the After Hours at the Museum Grant Scheme. The scheme aims to support museums and galleries to open their doors later by hosting innovative events to encourage people to enjoy a more […]

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Dublin City Council Launch Ireland’s First Augmented Reality Map

By Ryan Harmon 31 August 2023

Dublin City Council (DCC) has announced the launch of a new augmented reality (AR) map feature that allows users of the Dublin Discovery Trails app to open up a 3D map of Dublin on their device and allow them to explore the city in a new, innovative way. ‘DiscovAR Dublin’ is a first for Ireland […]

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Visit Mayo Was the Message to 100,000 Visitors at the Milwaukee Irish Festival

By Ryan Harmon 25 August 2023

Mayo was well represented at the largest Irish Festival in the world last weekend, when the Milwaukee Irish Fest saw over 100,000 guests descend on Henry W. Maier Festival Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from Thursday, August 17th to Monday, August 21st. A delegation from Mayo County Council led by Cathaoirleach Cllr Michael Loftus, Cllr Damien Ryan […]

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Rugby Legend Ronan O’Gara to Front New Tourism Ireland Campaign to Promote Cork in France

By Ryan Harmon 24 August 2023

Rugby legend – and Corkman – Ronan O’Gara is set to front a new Tourism Ireland campaign to promote Cork in France this autumn. The campaign will go live next month, to coincide with the Rugby World Cup. The campaign will include a new video featuring O’Gara visiting various locations in Kinsale and Cork city […]

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Tánaiste Urges Fans to TravelWise Ahead of Rugby World Cup

By admin 18 August 2023

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, has issued advice for fans heading to France for the Rugby World Cup, reminding those travelling to ‘TravelWise’ and prepare in advance of their trip. To support fans travelling to the Rugby World Cup, the Department of Foreign Affairs has created a consular information leaflet providing key […]

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Castleknock and Balbriggan Dublin Discovery Digital Trails Update Launched

By Ryan Harmon 18 August 2023

Fingal County Council, in conjunction with Fáilte Ireland and Peel X, were delighted to launch two new digital heritage trails for Castleknock and Balbriggan that are now live on the Dublin Discovery Trails app. The launch of the digital heritage trails for took place in County Hall in Swords as part of National Heritage Week. […]

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Tourism Ireland Partners with Huckberry to Showcase Ireland’s Outdoor Adventure and Food Experiences

By Ryan Harmon 17 July 2023

Tourism Ireland in the United States has teamed up with Huckberry – a major outdoor clothing and lifestyle brand – for an episode of its popular documentary travel series called ‘DIRT’. The episode highlights the island of Ireland’s outdoor adventure experiences, food and drink, as well as our rich culture. The special Ireland episode

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Galway Wows German Travel Journalists

By Ryan Harmon 10 July 2023

A group of German travel journalists has been exploring Galway city and Connemara, as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland. They were here to experience the outdoor and adventure activities and, in turn, to showcase these and some of the many things to see and do in Galway and inspire their German readers and […]

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First Sculpture in Cork’s Island City Trail Launched on Carey’s Lane

By Ryan Harmon 7 July 2023

Island City, Cork’s Urban Sculpture Trail has announced the unveiling of its first sculpture, as part of the biggest ever single investment in public art in Cork City. ‘Sentinels [flew through the ages in the shape of birds]’, by Irish artist Niamh McCann on Carey’s Lane is the first of five contemporary sculptures to be installed […]

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New €3m State of the Art National Surf Centre Opens in Sligo

By Ryan Harmon 4 July 2023

The new National Surf Centre, Strandhill, Co. Sligo was officially opened by Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Catherine Martin TD and Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys TD, in the company of Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council, Councillor Gerard Mullaney. This unique visitor experience, which has been developed

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€3m to Develop Over 300 Forest Parks, Walking Trails and Outdoor Amenities

By Ryan Harmon 4 July 2023

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced funding of €3 million to develop and upgrade over 300 forest parks, walking trails and outdoor amenities. Some €2 million will be invested in improving and maintaining 280 recreational facilities on Coillte-owned lands right across the country. And a further €1 million will be used to deliver

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South Dublin County Council Tourism Event and Festival Grant 2023

By Ryan Harmon 4 July 2023

South Dublin County Council have supported a variety of events through their Tourism Event and Festivals grant so far this year. Supported events include Mother Tongues Festival held in February, Canoeing Ireland Liffey Descent held in May, Dublin Masters Basketball International Tournament also held in May and Corkagh 5 Mile Road Race held in June. […]

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Over 50km of Greenway to Explore with New Kerry and Limerick Link

By Ryan Harmon 3 July 2023

The Kingdom of Kerry Greenways and Limerick Greenway are uniting to invite visitors to enjoy an extended Greenway experience this summer. The two Greenways, which connect in Abbeyfeale, together cover more than 50km off-road to offer holidaymakers the chance to explore both County Kerry and County Limerick while taking in some of the most stunning […]

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Burren and Cliffs of Moher Bids for Redesignation as UNESCO Global Geopark

By Ryan Harmon 27 June 2023

An evaluation team from UNESCO concluded a five-day visit to County Clare as part of a revalidation process for the Burren and Cliffs of Moher’s designation as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Headed by Dr. Babis Fassoulas of the University of Crete and Adina Popa of Hațeg Country UNESCO Global Geopark in Romania, the review team met with […]

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Cork County Council Unveils New Year-Round Outdoor Dining Facilities for Bantry

By Ryan Harmon 26 June 2023

Cork County Council has announced the successful completion of new European-style permanent outdoor dining facilities in Bantry town centre. The facilities, funded by Fáilte Ireland under the ‘Local Authority Weatherproofing and Outdoor Dining Infrastructure’ scheme, will greatly enhance the dining experience for residents and visitors alike. Located at the Quays in

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A Working Holiday in Donegal Has Never Been More Rewarding!

By Ryan Harmon 20 June 2023

The 2023 Working Holiday campaign launched in gteic@ CarraigAirt, by Donegal County Council in collaboration with the wide network of world-class digital remote working hubs located across the county and Healthy Ireland. This campaign will run until the end of October and will aim to provide opportunities for people to enjoy everything that Donegal has […]

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Kiltimagh Velo Rail Project Officially Opened

By Ryan Harmon 15 June 2023

The Kiltimagh Velo Rail Project was officially opened by Michael Ring TD on Friday 9th June 2023. The Velo Rail is a new sustainable tourist attraction located in Kiltimagh, County Mayo. It offers a unique and fun experience for visitors of all ages through the hinterland of Kiltimagh. The Velo Rail allows users to pedal along […]

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Dursey Island Cable Car Reopens Following €1.6m Upgrade

By Ryan Harmon 15 June 2023

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Danny Collins and Chief Executive of Cork County Council Tim Lucey have cut the ribbon marking the reopening of the Dursey Island Cable Car, the only cable car in Europe that crosses open seawater, following an extensive €1.6m upgrade. The Dursey Island Cable Car was originally […]

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Dún Laoghaire Ready for Record-Breaking Cruise Ship Season

By Ryan Harmon 14 June 2023

Over 90 cruise ships will call to Dún Laoghaire this year bringing a total of 164,000 passengers and 71,000 crew to the area. With 44% of passengers who tender ashore visiting Dún Laoghaire Town and the surrounding area, the cruise industry is generating significant income and creating a range of job opportunities. The benefits of these […]

Dún Laoghaire Harbour Welcomes 100,000th Cruise Passenger

Funding Awarded for After Hours at the Museum Grant Scheme

Dublin City Council Launch Ireland’s First Augmented Reality Map

Visit Mayo Was the Message to 100,000 Visitors at the Milwaukee Irish Festival

Rugby Legend Ronan O’Gara to Front New Tourism Ireland Campaign to Promote Cork in France

Tánaiste Urges Fans to TravelWise Ahead of Rugby World Cup

Castleknock and Balbriggan Dublin Discovery Digital Trails Update Launched

Tourism Ireland Partners with Huckberry to Showcase Ireland’s Outdoor Adventure and Food Experiences

Galway Wows German Travel Journalists

First Sculpture in Cork’s Island City Trail Launched on Carey’s Lane

New €3m State of the Art National Surf Centre Opens in Sligo

€3m to Develop Over 300 Forest Parks, Walking Trails and Outdoor Amenities

South Dublin County Council Tourism Event and Festival Grant 2023

Over 50km of Greenway to Explore with New Kerry and Limerick Link

Burren and Cliffs of Moher Bids for Redesignation as UNESCO Global Geopark

Cork County Council Unveils New Year-Round Outdoor Dining Facilities for Bantry

A Working Holiday in Donegal Has Never Been More Rewarding!

Kiltimagh Velo Rail Project Officially Opened

Dursey Island Cable Car Reopens Following €1.6m Upgrade

Dún Laoghaire Ready for Record-Breaking Cruise Ship Season

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