01 Dec Annalong and the Silent Valley
On any tours of Ireland you may visit the Mourne Mountains. If you do you have a chance to view a couple of hidden gems ...
Hidden Gems
30 Nov The Sperrins , County Tyrone
The impressive , undulating Sperrin Mountains form the northeastern limits of County Tyrone. Wild, empty and beautiful, they reach 224ft at their highest , yet the smooth and gradually curving slopes give them a deceptively low appearance. The covering of bog and heather adds to...
23 Nov Bangor, County Down
Bangor is in Northern Ireland. It takes its name from its curving bay set between a pair of symmetrical headlands (beanna chor, "curved peaks") , and its sheltered position made it ideal for exploitation as a holiday resort. Have a look on any tours of Ireland...
18 Nov Lea Castle
Set on the banks of the tranquil River Barrow , between Portarlington and Monasterevin , the ivy clad ruins of Lea Castle , with its towered keep and outer walls leading down to the river , is an impressive sight. It is a real hidden gem...
16 Nov West of the Bann !
Sounds like the title of a western movie...
14 Nov Kilfenora
Kilfenora is a tiny village near Lisdoonvarna in the heart of the Burren. Kilfenora Cathedral is well wort a visit on any Ireland tours for its high crosses. Especially the twelfth century Doorty Cross which shows 3 bishops and what is probably Christs entrance into Jerusalem....
10 Nov Ballyferriter
The largely Irish speaking town of Ballyferriter (Baile an Fheirtearaigh) is a lively little village during the summer , its beach, the beautiful Wine Strand is a great spot for swimming in the fine weather. Well worth a visit on any tours of Ireland. The little...
03 Nov Dunbeg Prehistoric Fort
On any tours of Ireland there is a wealth of history to be seen. Dunbeg Fort is a prime example. A real hidden gem. This small but impressive fort is located on a sheer cliff promontory which projects South into Dingle Bay at the base of...
27 Oct MTV AWARDS BELFAST
In November 2011 the prestigious MTV award ceremony will be in Belfast. If you are visiting as a performer , as a manager , as a "roadie" , as a tecnician , or as a guest...
26 Oct Clifden , Connemara
Clifden is a beautiful little town on the Connemara coast. Its REAL IRELAND. It has restaurants and pubs that are amongst the best in Ireland. Local music and singing every night. The seafood is superb in Mitchells as it is in the Derryclare. However my favourite dish...