Kells is a very important town for Irish heritage, especially well known because of the Book of Kells which is widely regarded as Irelands most important national treasure. The Kells Summer Festival is a great opportunity to experience Irish culture and learn something about Irish history all at the same time as having lots of [...]
Ireland is perhaps most famous for it beautifully scenic countryside and what better way of exploring this wonderful landscape than to get out and walk through it. The Castlebar Walking Festival, being held in early July, is an excellent way of seeing the picturesque scenery that can be found in the west of Ireland. The [...]
Driving in a foreign country can seem like a frightening endeavour especially when they insist on driving on the other side of the road! We have put this little guide together with the hope of letting you know all you might expect when driving in Ireland. Driving on Irish Roads:Historically Ireland’s roads were of poor [...]
When driving on Irish roads you will also have to deal with Irish Drivers. In most cases they are not as crazy or impatient as drivers around the Mediterranean or from Central and Eastern Europe, but they do have their moments. Check out this guide and get an inkling of what to expect. Irish Motorists:Other [...]
Ireland has a great tradition for music but for something a little different why not head to Bantry for the West Cork Chamber Music Festival that is taking place in late June early July, and consists of a wide range of classical performances from a broad range of international and local groups. The West Cork [...]
Galway is Irelands 4th largest city and is often through of as the cultural capital of the country. The Galway Sessions festival will be taking place in Mid June. This festival consists of a large number of trad bands playing in a variety of venues located throughout the city. Galway Sessions is running from the [...]
One of the biggest annual events in Cork City is the Midsummer Festival. The festival takes place over the course of a 3 week period in the second half of June and early July. The festival will include all many of events such as a huge picnic, a number of theatre productions, comedy gigs and [...]
Ireland is a small island located on the westernmost fringes of Europe. Often called the Emerald Isle, once you are driving through the countryside it is easy to see why. Ireland has a long and rich history just waiting for you to discover. Ireland is the 3rd largest island in Europe and it is a [...]
There is a rather unusual event taking place in mid June this year in Merrion Square Park, Dublin. It is the AIB Street Performance World Championship 2008. This event brings performers from all over the world to compete for the coveted title of Street Performance World Champion! The AIB Street Performance World Championship, takes place [...]
One of Irelands most famous sons is the irrepressible writer James Joyce. There is an annual festival every June to celebrate his life and this festival is called Bloomsday after the day, June 16th, in which the events of Ulysses take place. If you are in the city, be sure to head down to the [...]