Cork's Shandon Bells
Dating back to the 6th Century, the Church of St Anne in Shandon rises high above Cork city. 37 metres to be precise, and its steeple can be seen from all parts of the city. Shandon's 8 bells weigh over 6 tonnes and are commemorated in the song 'The Bells of Shandon'. Visitors can climb the tower and take in the stunning views below and you'll even get a chance to ring the bells yourself. Read on for more…
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Flights to Cork
OK, so you've decided on a holiday destination, perhaps it's a business trip, shopping trip or you're heading home. Where to?….destination Cork!
Find out which airlines fly to Cork, how to get from the airport and much more…
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Tickle Your Taste Buds At Cork's Old English Market
If you're into your food, then the English Market in Cork city centre is a paradise. Offering a variety of food and produce from the four corners of Ireland, and indeed, from all over the world. You'll love its buzzing atmosphere, sights and smells and some of the usual produce up for grabs fresh fish, meat, breads, cheeses, traditional white and black-puddings, jams, pastries, fruit & veg, organic produce and much more. It's a great spot for a bargain and you'll also get to meet other food lovers that flock to the market. For further details please read on...
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Why is Galway Crystal so famous?
Galway Crystal has earned a reputation as being one of the world's best quality and esteemed brands of traditionally crafted Irish lead crystal. Located in the heart of the richly scenic West of Ireland, on the shores of Galway Bay, Galway Irish Crystal is steeped in the rich and varied heritage of this unique landscape. The craftsmen of the celebrated brand are influenced by the varied history, landscape and folklore, which are associated with the City of the Tribes, Galway, and the surrounding areas of Connemara and Lough Corrib. At the Galway Crystal Visitor Centre you'll have a unique opportunity to view the craftsmanship of Galway Crystal’s highly skilled workers. Read on for more…
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Where to enjoy the Dublin music scence
Dublin's music scene isn't just confined to busking on Grafton Street! The city offers a wide and diverse variety of music venues to suit all tastes. Whether you're interested in rock n’ roll, pop, folk music, country music, classical music or jazz you'll certainly be spoilt for choice as Dublin has an ever-expanding list of venues.
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Top Tips For Hen & Stag Parties In Dublin
With your wedding day just around the corner and a hen or stag party to organise, look no further; Dublin is the place for every bride or groom to be. Take a well-deserved break from all of those wedding preparations, kick back, let your hair down and party in this exciting and vibrant city. Dublin has so much to offer, whether you like to party hard in the many pubs and clubs, to adventure and activity enthusiasts, or maybe you just want to be pampered and take in the many tourist attractions. No matter which option you choose, you won’t be disappointed and you're guaranteed a hen or stag party not to forget in Dublin's fair city! Read on for more…
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Map Of Dublin - Geography, Popular Locations
County Dublin is situated on the East Coast of Ireland and is bordered by counties Meath, Wicklow & Kildare, with the Irish Sea to the East. It's situated in the province of Leinster and is one of the smallest counties in Ireland. Its main town is of course Dublin city, Ireland's capital. Geographically Dublin is divided into the city centre and city suburbs, which are separated into north and south depending on which side of the famous River Liffey they're on (Southside and Northside), North County Dublin, South County Dublin and West County Dublin. Read on for more…
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What Are Dublin's Most Famous Literary Pubs?
Dublin is a city that can proudly boast to being home to many of the literary greats over the centuries. It's a city steeped in history and culture, and this can be seen wherever you happen to wander. The buildings and monuments are a constant reminder of some of the great works of literature that have stemmed from this fair city. In Merrion Square there's a monument to Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), notable for plays such as The Importance of Being Ernest and An Ideal Husband, an if you wander past the Grand Canal you will see Patrick Kavanagh sitting on the banks. Learn about Dublin's literary past and have a pint or two along the way in some of the city's best known pubs! Read on for more…
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Grafton Street, Dublin - shopping, dining & entertainment!
Grafton Street is at the heart of Dublin city and merges the areas of St Stephens Green to the south and Trinity College to the north. It's a shopper's paradise and lays claim to being the busiest shopping street in Ireland. But Grafton Street offers so much more than retail therapy! Read on for more…
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Drumcondra, Dublin - sport, colleges & former leaders!
The leafy suburb of Drumcondra is located about 2km from Dublin's O'Connell Street, north of the city centre. Both the River Tolka and the Royal Canal flow through Drumcondra, there are 4 colleges located in the area, namely All Hallows College, Mater Dei Institute of Education, St. Patrick's College and Dublin City University (DCU), it's where you'll find Bertie Aherne, former Irish Taoiseach, and it's only a hop, skip and a jump from Croker (Croke Park), home of GAA sport. If you fancy stretching your legs you'll find that the area is well within walking distance of the city centre, if not, it's well served by public transport links. Read on for more…
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