The dark, battlemented tower of Jerpoint Abbey rises above a bend on the road south from Thomastown. This is one of the most atmospheric religious ruins in the country, revealing an intimate picture of monastic life. The basic structure of Jerpoint is an excellent example of...
These wild hills on Dublin's doorstep are a great boon to city dwellers. From the southern suburbs you can gaze on them on clear days; by public transport or car they take just half an hour to reach. If you have time enough you can...
Fri 14th May travel 4 hours directly to Ballynahinch Castle...
The Easter Rising of 1916 was a curious event, tiny in comparison with the rebellion of 1798, for instance, with only about 2,000 people actively taking part in it. It was disastrously badly organised and commanded very little public support, but its martyred heroes glow...
If you are coming to Belfast on a cruise ship in 2010 why not check our tours. Coaches off the ships will simply take you to an attraction , feed you , then get you back to the ship. Why not see the real countryside and more...
St. Patrick's Day, 17th March, is the date when millions of people around the world, celebrate Ireland's Patron Saint. Why not celebrate this date with us in Northern Ireland at one of the many events, celebrations and activities being organized. Belfast - A colourful carnival parade (12 noon) from City...
North of Dundalk, a few minutes' drive takes you into the lovely scenery of the hilly, granite Cooley peninsula, attractive in its own right, but also overlooking tempting views of the Mountains of Mourne across the lough which divides the Republic from Northern Ireland. Cooley is...
This is a local pub in Holywood. It is situated on the shore of Belfast Lough. It has the most magnificent food...
This sounds almost a romantic notion of Ireland but the "Lakes" are well worth visiting. These smallish, watery counties - Cavan and Monaghan near the Northern Ireland border, and Westmeath, Laois, Offaly, Roscommon and Longford - form the geographical heart of Ireland, yet are usually portrayed...
SAINT PATRICKS DAY CARNIVAL - BELFAST CITY CENTRE 17TH MARCH 2010 Celebrate St. Patricks day with a carnival through the city of Belfast and a free concert featuring a mix of pop and traditional music. This is an event that would suit all the family. Then...