Top water sports locations in Galway
With its miles of beaches and unspoilt stretches of ocean, Galway is an ideal location for water sports enthusiasts. You can enjoy swimming, surfing, sailing, rowing, and even scuba diving in clean water and pleasant surroundings. Check out our guide to the best places to visit and the most popular water sports activities.
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Cahersiveen Celtic Music Festival 2008
The Cahersiveen Celtic Music Festival is a family festival celebrating all things Irish, with traditional Irish music concerts & sessions, various workshops, set dancing (a form of Irish dancing), busking competitions, street entertainment, a fireworks display, a dancy dress competition, kids olympics, a deep sea angling competition and much more. It started in 1995, was a huge success, and has been growing from strength to strength ever since. The festival takes place over 3 days during the August Bank Holiday weekend, which falls on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of August in 2008. Read on for more…
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The Rose of Tralee Festival 2008
Much more than a beauty pageant, the Rose Of Tralee Festival is very much an institution and is most definitely a part of Irish culture. With representations from all over the world, the Rose Of Tralee Festival draws large crowds on an annual basis with loads of concerts and events which culminate in the crowning of the 'Rose Of Tralee' herself! The 2008 Rose of Tralee takes place from Friday 22nd of August to Tuesday the 26th August. Read on for more…
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Cork Jazz Festival 2008
Ireland's largest jazz event, the Guinness Jazz Festival, will take place in Cork for four days over the October Bank Holiday Weekend, promising a top line-up of jazz musicians. In 2008, up to 1000 musicians from all over the world will entertain jazz fans in various venues throughout the city from October 24th to the 27th. Acts taking to the stage include The Yellowjackets, Cindy Blackman, David Murray and Paco Peña Flamenco. For a fun packed weekend, non-stop jazz and lots more, the 2008 Cork Jazz Festival is a must. Read on for more…
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How to kiss the Blarney Stone
Do you know that by simply kissing a stone you can acquire the eternal gift of eloquence! It's not just any old stone, The Blarney Stone, one of Ireland's greatest treasures, is a block of Bluestone which is embedded in the walls of Blarney Castle. Blarney, home of Blarney Castle, is roughly about 8km northwest of Cork City. According to legend, kissing the world famous Blarney Stone gives you the gift of the gab or the gift of eloquence. Ever wondered how it's done, read on for more…
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Kerry Festivals in August 2008
County Kerry, often referred to as The Kingdom, is host to many festivals and fairs throughout the month of August. So if you're planning a trip to Kerry at this time of year it's not all about the magnificent sights and scenery, your visit will also be steeped in traditional dance, music and "craic". Read on to find out more about the choice of fun and entertainment that will make your short break in Kerry one to remember.
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The Bram Stoker Dracula Experience
For the ultimate Dracula experience, a visit to the Bram Stoker Dracula Experience is a must. Check out our guide to this ghoulish encounter, how to get here as well as information on the famous Irish author and the world's biggest selling novel.
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Molly Malone Statue
One of Dublin's most famous landmarks is of course the statue of Molly Malone. The statue portrays Molly, a fishmonger, wearing a seventeenth-century dress pushing a wheelbarrow. Check out our guide to Molly Malone, a semi historical and legendary Irish figure.
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Dublin City Hall
If historic buildings are your thing then Dublin City Hall is a must. With stunning Georgian architecture and designed by Thomas Cooley it was originally the Royal Exchange, now it's the administrative headquarters of Dublin Corporation. It's right next to Dublin Castle on Dame Street (top of Parliament Street). Read on for more…
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James Joyce Museum in Sandycove
After your visit to the James Joyce Centre, maybe there's still a bit more to learn about one of Ireland's most famous authors. Why not pay a visit to the seaside suburb of Sandycove and to the James Joyce Museum at the Martello Tower?
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