Rebuilding Lives in Northern Ireland
Posted in Travel News on Aug 30th, 2014
A Round Tower, dedicated to the dead of the Crimean War in 1857, stands on the site of the first Norman castle built in Ireland in 1169 in Ferrycarrig, 2 miles from Wexford town. It is a popular tourist attraction.
Posted in Travel News on Jun 16th, 2014
A newly developed tourist trail to mark the 1000th anniversary of the death of Brian Boru has been announced. A guide is available at all tourist offices and libraries. It features information on important sites and buildings associated with the legendary king including where he was born and where he was killed following his victory […]
Posted in Travel News on Apr 26th, 2014
Strokestown House, Co Roscommon gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of the gentry and in the stables a history of The Great Hunger with original documents and images which recall the lives of the peasants during the period.
Posted in Travel News on Mar 31st, 2014
Patrick Kavanagh was one of Ireland’s most gifted poets. There is a museum in his hometown of Iniskeen, Co Monaghan, which celebrates his work.
Posted in Travel News on Mar 9th, 2014
On March 14 Meadville, Pa will hold its annual Leprechaun Hat contest and St. Patrick’s Day parade. The coveted ‘Hat’ will be presented to the candidate with the best dexterity in jumping and other tricks. Votes are purchased for a dollar and 90% of the profit goes to a charity of the winner’s choice. The […]
Posted in Travel News on Jan 25th, 2014
A replica of the ‘Titanic’ will go on display in a theme park in China. It will have a museum and a simulation of the event.
Posted in Travel News on Dec 22nd, 2013
The popularity of the HBO series, ‘Game of Thrones’, has led the Northern Ireland Tourist Board to use the series to promote tourism since most of the series is filmed in Northern Ireland.
Posted in Travel News on Oct 9th, 2013
The local council in Bushmills, Co Antrim has raised 47,000 pounds, and with funds donated by Bushmills, colorful fake shop fronts of yesteryear now decorate the streets of the town. There is an old style cobbler, bakery, barbershop and farmyard animals in doorways and people looking out windows. The purpose is to boost tourism to […]
Posted in Travel News on Sep 24th, 2013
The Commissioner for Irish Lights announced plans to open Ireland’s lighthouses for tourists. The plan is to have 15-20 operating in the Republic as well as one on Rathlin Island and St John’s in Killough in the North.
Posted in Travel News on Sep 12th, 2013
The Burren Birds of Prey and Education Center is located in Aillwee Caves in Co Clare. It is known for its collection of hawks, eagles, and falcons. Visitors have a chance to see daily flight displays on the slopes of Aillwee Mountain.
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