How to Spend a Weekend Away in Limerick

Fri, Jul 16, 2021

At just a couple of hours' drive up the coast, Limerick makes the perfect holiday for those who want to keep it local, but still feel like they're exploring somewhere new. The staycation has seen a massive rise in popularity over the past couple of years and whilst there's lots to do in Galway, a little adventure never hurt anyone. Limerick has got a bustling city center, but is also surrounded by picture-perfect countryside. The perfect retreat for a couple who like the best of both worlds. We've prepared a few things that you shouldn't leave off your itinerary below, but feel free to get creative with the finer details of your own trip.

No holidays for over a year but west is still fave for majority of people

Thu, Jul 15, 2021

It has been well over a year since most of the people living in Ireland have taken a much-needed holiday. According to new research commissioned by Europcar Mobility Group Ireland, 52% of Connacht people have not taken a break since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The research shows that 44% of those in Connacht took a staycation in Ireland last year, but the length of stay was relatively short with the majority (40%) taking between two and three days.

SuperValu makes ‘staycationing’ a breeze this summer

Thu, Jul 15, 2021

BY DECLAN VARLEY
The Summer Staycation is set to be a staple for us all over the next few months. So, whether you’re swapping Gran Canaria for Rosslare, or Marbella for Dingle, SuperValu online shopping will deliver to you, wherever you holiday in Ireland this summer. So why not enjoy every minute of your holiday and leave the shopping to them?

The Summer Staycation is set to be a staple for us all over the next few months. So, whether you’re swapping Gran Canaria for Rosslare, or Marbella for Dingle, SuperValu online shopping will deliver to you, wherever you holiday in Ireland this summer. So why not enjoy every minute of your holiday and leave the shopping to them?

Foreign travel uncertainty increases house swap interest

Fri, Jul 09, 2021

The continuing uncertainty over foreign travel, combined with the shortage of available holiday homes, has led to many people considering a house swap as the solution to this year’s ‘where to holiday’ dilemma.

Cliffs of Moher develops new early booking system

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

A fully integrated ticketing, booking and capacity management system is being introduced at the Cliffs of Moher to further enhance the overall visitor experience for the 1.6 million annual visitors to Ireland's most popular natural attraction.

Clare County Council has engaged Vivaticket to roll out the Visitor Attraction Management System (VAMS) which will enable individuals and group tours to secure their visit and experience at an available time via a booking portal allowing for improved visitor flow and a better visitor spread. The new technology also offers a range of other features aimed at delivering economic and social benefits for the wider Clare tourism sector.

'Double Your Summer' in Limerick

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Limerick has issued a ‘Double Your Summer’ invitation to visitors to mark its new designation by Fáilte Ireland as a Wild Atlantic Way Gateway City.

Funding boost for Westport tourism

Thu, Jun 17, 2021

The Minister for Tourism Catherine Martin and Fáilte Ireland announced a total investment of €36.1million to develop a new world-class tourist attraction at Westport House and Garden Estate. Fáilte Ireland is investing €20.2million into the project.

It is expected that the first five years of this projected that €33m will be generated in direct tourism expenditure supporting 1,000 jobs in the area with 66 new jobs created.

Enjoy the delights of Sligo's Clayton Hotel

Thu, Jun 10, 2021

Being invited to spend the weekend with my family at the the four-star Clayton Hotel Sligo was such a treat.The drive from Moate in County Westmeath was smooth and the hotel was easily located. The hotel is a beautiful and historic building and has 162 spacious and comfortable bedrooms of which 96 are superior bedrooms and 66 are suites.

Enjoy the delights of Sligo's Clayton Hotel!

Tue, Jun 08, 2021

Being invited to spend the weekend with my family at the the four-star Clayton Hotel Sligo was such a treat.

Enjoy a Galway city tour

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

As we roll into the June Bank Holiday Weekend, we can almost taste the summer, those long bright evenings spent with friends and family, the hustle and bustle of Galway city streets, a drink sitting outside Taaffes as we watch the world go by or the luxury of a 99 from the Bon Bon while sitting on the Prom in Salthill.

Picturing all that, you’d be forgiven for thinking the world was as it once was, and although the prospect of jetting off to an exotic land for a week’s sun, sea and sangria may be off the cards this year we have this wonderful Island we call home offering some of the greatest holiday options around. We are lucky enough to have the greatest little city in the world right here to explore and experience this summer, so is it time to be a tourist in your own town?

Dunguaire Castle - a picturesque stop along the Wild Atlantic Way

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Rumoured to be Ireland’s most photographed Castle, Dunguaire Castle, located just outside the picturesque fishing village of Kinvara, sits perched on the shores of Galway Bay.

One of the 10 best things to do in Connemara this summer…

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Farm Tours and Oyster Picnics serving up a Taste of the Atlantic

With the reopening of hospitality, the weather up and the June holiday weekend approaching, the summer holiday feeling is finally in the air.

Never a better time to enjoy exciting city break experiences and attractive rates

Thu, May 27, 2021

With packages and attractive rates offering great value coupled with a range of interesting and exciting things to do, a break in Dublin makes more sense than ever.

Book your break in the midlands

Thu, May 20, 2021

Explore the heart of Ireland this summer from your home away from home, The Prince of Wales Hotel, situated centrally on Church Street in Athlone. The hotel can be found alongside the River Shannon in a beautiful location. This stunning four-star hotel is the perfect choice for your break this summer.

The hotel is situated adjacent to Athlone’s train station and the Athlone Town Centre which offers guests the opportunity to leave the car at home, enjoy a perfect overnight getaway, and shop until you drop all nearby.

The Skeffington Arms remains a Galway landmark

Thu, May 20, 2021

Ideally located in Eyre Square, the gateway to Galway city, The Skeffington Arms Hotel has been a pillar of hospitality for generations.

West of Ireland to host leg of 2021 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series

Thu, May 20, 2021

Ireland will once again host a leg of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series on September 12 2021 at Downpatrick Head in County Mayo, broadcasting across the globe live on Red Bull TV. The series was last held in the west in 2017. Pictured during that series is Sergio Guzman of Mexico diving from the 27.5 metre platform during the first rounds of the first stop of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series at the Serpent`s Lair, Inis Mor.

Shop Local and Stay

Wed, May 19, 2021

“Since the first lockdown, I have gained a renewed appreciation for Drury street and our neighbours. Brooks Hotel is located on Drury Street and the surrounding streets of Stephen’s Street, Fade Street, Exchequer Street, and South William Street combined create a charming part of Dublin.

Staycation in style at Hotel Woodstock

Thu, May 13, 2021

Hotel Woodstock is an award-winning hotel run by husband and wife team Sean and Elaine Lally and their son Oisin who is studying hotel management. The hotel is part of the Choice Hotel Group and is situated 4km from the market town of Ennis on the grounds of Woodstock Golf and Country Club.

Aran Island Ferries set to launch new Galway city to Inis Mór route

Thu, May 13, 2021

Aran Islands Ferries, Ireland’s largest and longest operating year round ferry service to the Aran Islands launches a brand new Aran Islands route from Galway City Docks to Inis Mór inclusive of a cruise along the Cliffs of Moher, on Friday June 4.

As part of the new route announcement, the company has announced that ‘Saoirse na Farraige – Freedom of the Sea’, a state of the art, purpose built, 400 seater passenger ferry, will join five other high quality vessels in carrying passengers on this new seasonal route complementing the existing business from Ros a’Mhíl. The new route will have a departure time of 9.30am daily from Galway City Docks to Inis Mór.

Gadgets continue to change the way we travel in 2021

Thu, May 13, 2021

Today’s world is showing no signs of slowing down in terms of innovation. New gadgets and various forms of tech are continually brought our way, with the travel industry on the receiving end of numerous tech-related offerings in recent times. The future of travel is certainly changing, with technology making its mark on the industry also.

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