Incredibly sad news this morning as possibly the greatest sportsman of all time, Muhammed Ali, has just succumbed to Parkinson’s disease and passed away at the age of 74. He had a long connection with Ireland, having fought in Croke Park and trained here in advance of the fight.  This video sees him singing the praises of […]

10 years ago

Star Wars has been filming in the West, Top Gear too, and now the latest big name to jump on the Wild Atlantic Way craze is National Geographic.  You really do have to take your hats off to the folks doing the marketing, because the amount of tourists all these big budget productions will bring in will be significant.  Not to […]

10 years ago

We may not be in the big European finals, but two Irish teams did take part in the today’s game in Scotland, and it set Twitter buzzing.  The whole thing was a great advertisement for Irish rugby and, although not all sides of the country will be happy tonight, these tweets shows that it was a special day for many… The west be […]

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After Top Gear visited earlier in the year, and thanks to an ongoing marketing push, the Wild Atlantic Way is fast becoming one of the best drives in the world.  These four lads had the time of their lives as they took they motorcycles on tour along the scenic route, all the while filming their journey on GoPros.  […]

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Our little country looks absolutely beautiful when the sun shines. But to really see just how beautiful our country is, it helps to see it all from the skies. These photos from the Irish Air Corps prove that it really is one of the most stunning islands in the world. How could you possibly disagree? The Wild Atlantic Way […]

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A haven for all kinds of explorers, whether you’re more keen to stay on dry land or want to dive into the briny deep, Sligo is so much more than your average seaside county. Boasting an impressive stretch of the longest coastal driving route in the world, The Wild Atlantic Way, you know you’re getting your […]

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Is there anything more integral to Irish society than a GAA match? Be it in your local, Croker or the most scenic pitch of them all, Gaelic games is all about great sportsmanship and being at the heart of the community. From the corner forward’s parents making the sandwiches to the caretaker lining the pitch, nothing can capture these special moments like a great photo. […]

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In need of a break but lacking in funds? You’re not alone. However, it’s far cheaper to get away than you may think. There’s always tons of sites running amazing deals on staycations on Ireland, so here’s our pick of some that are available to purchase at the moment. Pack your bags! Liss Ard Estate Liss […]

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Staycation away, while also feeling like you’ve left the country with a lovely trip to the Aran Islands.  Beautiful beyond belief, this trio of land-masses boasts pretty much everything you could ever want from a trip away. Fun, scenic routes and bucket-loads of craic – the islands show you what Ireland was like 50 years ago, and we absolutely […]

10 years ago

While many lament the warm weather leaving us, and the days starting to get shorter, there is an undeniably innate beauty that descends on Ireland during autumn.  We’ve been seeing some stunning photos tagged on #lovinireland showcasing the changing colours, gorgeous scenery and the city getting ready for winter.  We thought we’d highlight some of the brilliant photographers […]

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Few comedy shows have so consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s acceptable more so than It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.  What started off as a group of young unaccomplished actors messing around, has turned into one of today’s most popular television series. The adventures of ‘The Gang’ of Dennis, Charlie, Mac, Frank, and Dee have frequently gone from […]

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I’ve never thought the fish restaurant scene in Dublin has been good enough for a small island. There’s been a few great additions of late, such as Fish Shop, Super Miss Sue and Klaw – but for the most part our fish offering on this side of the country is woeful. The good news, however, is that the further West […]

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