Archive for the ‘Ireland’ Category
Dublin Named UNESCO City of Literature
Toronto, ON (August, 2010) — Dublin has been designated a city of literature by the cultural arm of the United Nations, UNESCO, making it just the fourth city in the world to receive this award! “The city of Dublin attracts visitors from around the world for its heritage attractions, cosmopolitan feel and friendliness,” says Jayne Shackleford, [...]
August 11, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
City Celebrates historic win as Derry is crowned first UK City of Culture 2013!
Toronto, ON (July, 2010) – Derry~Londonderry made history on Thursday last when it won the bid to be the first ever UK City of Culture. The Northern Ireland City will take its prestigious title in 2013 after winning the judging panel’s vote, having been shortlisted among three other cities; Birmingham, Norwich and Sheffield.
July 20, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
FREE Rail Travel Launched in Northern Ireland for over 66s
Toronto, ON (July, 2010) — Travelling on the island of Ireland has just gotten even easier and more affordable thanks to the extension of the Golden Trekker initiative into Northern Ireland. Launched July 1, Tourism Ireland is helping Canadians over the age of 66 travel by rail in Northern Ireland for FREE thanks to the [...]
July 14, 2010
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Europe’s HOT but Ireland’s on FIRE this summer
Toronto, ON (June, 2010) — It’s time for Canadians to check Ireland off their bucket list this year thanks to the soaring dollar – up by a record 14 per cent against the Euro and at a 25-year-high against the Pound Sterling. Now Canadians have no excuses – this is the summer to experience Ireland [...]
June 9, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
Festivals and Events in Ireland Summer 2010
Dublin City isn’t the only town on the island celebrating sport in 2010 – read on for the sporting highlights throughout the Emerald Isle! Clipper Round the World Race Ten months, over 56,000 km of ocean racing and approximately 400 people are facing the challenge of a lifetime in the 09-10 Clipper Yacht Race. The [...]
May 26, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
One City, One Book festival – Dublin Goes Wilde
April in Dublin does not only bring spring, it also brings literary heroes to life. This year’s honour goes to Oscar Wilde’s Picture of Dorian Gray. A festival will complement the reading initiative, well worth of the candidate for UNESCO City of Literature status.
April 12, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
Canada Goes Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Toronto, ON (March, 2010) — St. Patrick’s Day is the one day of the year when everyone feels a little bit Irish. Celebrations are held around the world with parades, music and dancing. Landmark buildings – from Sydney’s Opera House to the London Eye, New York’s Empire State Building to the Eiffel Tower – are [...]
March 15, 2010
Posted in: Canada, Ireland
Ireland’s Ashford Castle Offers Two Traditional Irish Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day
County Mayo, Ireland – March 9, 2009: With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, Ashford Castle is offering two quick and easy recipes from Executive Chef Stefan Matz that are sure to bring Irish tradition and great taste to every table:
March 10, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
Head to Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day and Stay in a Castle
Cong, Ireland – February, 2010: Ashford Castle, set on 350 acres in Ireland’s verdant County Mayo, knows how to celebrate a holiday, especially the most quintessentially Irish fest of all, St. Patrick’s Day. To add to the fun, Ashford Castle is offering a “Green with Envy” package guaranteed to make friends long for a trip [...]
February 17, 2010
Posted in: Ireland
A Tale of Two Cities: Georgian Dublin & Victorian Belfast
Toronto, ON — Two luxury cross-border hotels have teamed up to provide visitors to the island of Ireland with a fantastic deal. The Merrion Hotel (Dublin) and Culloden Estate & Spa (Belfast) are offering two different five-star, four-night packages that show the best of Georgian Dublin and Victorian Belfast.
December 8, 2009
Posted in: Ireland