Where better to spend a Christmas break than in the beautiful city of Dublin. Regarded as one of the top city break destinations in Europe and one of the friendliest cities in the world, Dublin is a fantastic spot for a Christmas break. With lots of festive concerts, markets, pantomimes and fun family events to be enjoyed, Dublin is definitely a city that knows how to celebrate Christmas. Check out the main events happening in Dublin this Christmas… The Festival of Light This event is the official launch of the …
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Thinking of heading to County Kerry for a Christmas break? There’s a lot happening in Kerry this festive season. From magical Christmas festivals to winter wonderlands and Christmas markets, Kerry has pulled out all the stops once again for 2009! Read our guide to some of the top Christmas events taking place this Christmas… Christmas In Killarney Festival The Christmas in Killarney Festival is one of the top Christmas festivals in the south west of Ireland. The pretty tourist town of Killarney in County Kerry is a popular destination all …
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In seek of a magical Christmas adventure with her two boys, our resident blogger Mary-Fok-Seang recently headed for Crag Caves in Castleisland County Kerry, to check out for herself the much talked about Santa’s Winter Wonderland. Read on to find out how they got on….. On Sunday I took my boys to Crag Caves for our annual trip to see Santa. We went at about 5.30p.m. in the evening and my God, the excitement as we drove down the road was something else! The boys could see the outside lights in the distance and …
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Want to go Christmas shopping in Newry but don’t know where to begin your festive retail campaign? Check out our shopping guide to Newry as we roam through the top shopping centres and highlight the best shopping streets of the city. If you’re familiar with UK high street shops, but don’t want the hassle of flying across the pond at this time of the year, here’s a stress free travel option for you! Ever thought of heading up North to do your Christmas shopping? This year why not consider Newry? …
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Christmas in Killarney 2008 sees a whole host of event and shows taking place right throughout the Christmas season. So if you’re heading to Killarney for a Christmas shopping break, our guide to the top five festive events will help you make the most of the town’s unique Christmas atmosphere. The Christmas in Killarney Festival kicks off this November and runs all the way through to January 2009 with a fantastic range of events - here’s our guide to the top bits: (1) Children’s Torch Light Parade & Christmas Lights …
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If you haven’t had enough of shopping this Christmas in Ireland, then you’ve always got the January sales to look forward to! In Ireland, the ‘shopping frenzy’ that is the January sales, start on the first few days of January and last for about a month. Some stores even begin their sales on St. Stephen’s Day! The January sales are hugely popular in Ireland, with young and old turning out in force to take advantage of the bargains. During the January sales, you can enjoy some big savings on anything from electrical goods …
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If you’re looking for a fun, exciting and magical Christmas Festival to take the family to this festive season, then don’t look any further than the picturesque town of Killarney in County Kerry. Tucked away in the south west corner of Ireland, you’ll find the beautiful town of Killarney, sitting pretty at the edge of the three lakes under the shadow of the McGillycuddy Reeks - Ireland’s tallest mountain range. This colourful and vibrant town is a hub of activity all year round, but it especially comes alive at Christmas. …
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Whether it’s handbags, glad rags or indeed some shoe shopping you’re after, Cork City offers something for every shopper. It’s perfect for a December break where you can enjoy a spot of retail therapy at your leisure - and you certainly won’t come home empty handed! Cork is a vibrant city in the south of Ireland and has endless shopping possibilities. You’ll find all the usual high street stores, shoe shops, record stores, bookshops as well as designer boutiques, antique and souvenir shops. The majority of shops are open from …
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Dublin is a great city to visit any time of the year, but it’s a magical place at Christmas and the New Year. From carol singers on street corners and live music in pubs, wherever you go you’re sure to be entertained. The city really comes alive especially after dark, so just strolling around the city’s streets at night is an attraction in itself! As it’s becoming more and more popular to head away to ring in the New Year, why not let Dublin be the place that you welcome 2008! …
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The tradition of ‘Hunting the Wran’ or the ‘Wren’ is to some degree alive in Ireland at Christmas. Once a common event throughout Ireland, it now takes place in certain towns and villages on St. Stephen’s Day, the day after Christmas Day. People dress up in old clothes and paint their faces, wear straw hats and travel from door to door singing, dancing and playing music. Find out more about this very unusual age-old Irish Christmas custom… Long ago in Ireland, young boys and men known as ‘The Wren Boys’ would …
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