All Ireland Football Final 2008: Kerry V Tyrone
Like the rest of Ireland, you may well be aware that this Sunday, September 21st, is the occasion of the Senior and Minor All Ireland Finals, at Croke Park in Dublin. Kerry, who are bidding for a historic three titles in a row, and their 36th title in all, play Tyrone, who are appearing in their 5th final since their first final appearance in 1986. Tyrone are going for their third win at this level, having previously won the famous Sam Maguire Cup in 2003 and 2005. Read on for more...
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Guide to Clontarf
Clontarf is a lovely little coastal suburb located just 3km north of Dublin city centre. It's one of many seaside gems surrounding Dublin’s fair city and offers much to see and do. Clontarf is steeped in history and was the site of ‘The Battle of Clontarf’ in 1014 where Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland, is said to have defeated the Viking invaders.
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Guide to Lucan
Lucan is a suburb of Dublin located about 16km west of the city center, on the N4 and very close to Dublin’s ring road ‘The M50’. It's a picturesque town situated on the banks of the River Liffey and is made up of two parts ‘Old Lucan’ and ‘New Lucan’. Old Lucan consists of smaller roads and little shops and is the main town centre, whereas New Lucan, located outside of the valley and stretching out as far as Clondalkin, is home to the many new housing developments and major roadways. Read on for more…
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Holiday Apartments in Dublin – Why book one?
If you want to enjoy a historic, lively city with a vibrant nightlife, with plenty to see and do, then a visit to Dublin is a must. And if you'd like to travel independently and are looking for somewhere to call your own for the duration of your stay, a holiday apartment in Dublin is an excellent option. Dublin has everything any visitor could wish for and you can experience the buzz and 'craic' of the city by renting one of the many self catering apartments that are available to book through GoIreland.com!
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Travelling from Belfast to Dublin
You may be aware that Belfast, Northern Ireland’s capital city, is approximately 100 miles (167 Km), and a 2½ hour drive from Dublin city. Unfortunately there are no direct flights connecting Belfast and Dublin, unless you want to fly via London. You can bus it, there's a 24 hour bus service, take a train, or if you prefer total independence, you can hire a car. Read on for more…
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Malahide – a colourful Dublin village by the sea
Malahide is a wonderful and vibrant seaside town located just 16km north of Dublin city centre. It's situated on a beautiful estuary and is today a very fast growing town with an increasing population. At the same time however, it has remained and continues to maintain a ‘village like’ appearance. With so much to see and do here it's understandable why it gets such an influx of visitors from near and far and attracts the many rich and famous people who appreciate the good scenery, an abundance of activities and much more.
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Smithfield Chimney Viewing Tower - a birds eye view of Dublin!
Smithfield is an area on the Northside of the city centre in Dublin 7. It's one of the most historic parts of the city and its focal point is Smithfield Square, now called Smithfield Plaza. This has been a thriving market place since the late 17th Century and in recent years has been redeveloped to become one of Dublin's premier commercial and cultural districts. Here you can stroll through the many food markets, art galleries, shops, pub’s and café’s or take a tour of the two main attractions in Smithfield; The Old Jameson Irish Whiskey distillery, or why not reach new heights and take a trip up to the Smithfield Chimney Viewing Tower? The views of Dublin's fair city from here are stunning to say the least. Read on for more…
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The GAA Museum
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- On: 04/Sep/08
- In: Dublin Travel Tips
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Calling all GAA fans! Why not take the opportunity to visit the GAA Museum at Croke Park and complete your knowledge on all you ever wanted to know about our national sports and their origins and not forgetting the heroes who made the games so memorable.
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Blanchardstown Shopping Centre
Located just 10km west of Dublin city centre, Blanchardstown is a growing suburb of Dublin. The most recent example of this is the very impressive Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, situated just off the M50 ring road. The centre opened its doors in 1996 and has today become one of the main shopping centres in the country. In its first year alone it welcomed over 10 million visitors. Read on for more about the Blanchardstown Shopping Centre…
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Dublin weather – what to expect!
Ireland’s weather is highly influenced by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream and the south westerly winds that come from the Atlantic Ocean. Predicting the weather in Ireland can be tricky as there are days when you can experience all four season’s in one! Our advice is to always expect rain! So if you're wondering what to pack for your trip to Dublin we suggest you bring warm clothing, layers are probably best, waterproof gear is a must (make sure you take an umbrella), and if you're traveling late spring, summer or early Autumn the sun may just be shining. Read on for more…
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