Archive for February, 2012

From the 16th to the 26th of February 2012, the Jameson International Film Festival will be held at a number of venues around Dublin. This festival, the largest of its kind in Ireland, will take celebrate everything related to movies, with many premier screenings in Dublin’s top cinemas. There will also be a variety of movie-related awards and events. Many well known actors will attend, to discuss the business and take part in question and answer sessions.

The St Patrick’s Festival will be celebrated around the country from the 16th to the 19th of March 2012. This is the largest celebration of everything that makes Ireland special. Street performers, competitions, song, dance and live music are just some of the events to look forward to in Dublin. The festival incorporates Ireland’s national day on the 17th of March (St Patrick’s Day), when musicians and teams of performers walking or riding on floats will begin the main parade at midday. They will depart from Parnell Square and make their way up O’Connell Street, then Dame Street, to reach their final destination of  Saint Patrick’s Cathedral.

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Near the rugged Connemara yet also down the road from Galway City, the 5 Star Glenlo Abbey Hotel is truly a place to get away from it all. It was voted ‘Best Restaurant in Connaught’ in 2010 by the Good Eating Guide and is the perfect base for a holiday, whether you just want to chill out or if you prefer being more active. In this resort, luxurious surroundings and facilities are the name of the game. A warm welcome and friendly service are guaranteed, whether you are here for a great value midweek or weekend break, business or are using the wedding facilities. The beautiful abbey, which dates from the 17th century, is the perfect place for a wedding ceremony as it can house up to 30 people.

The peaceful surroundings of the 4 Star Ardilaun Hotel will ensure that you return home from your break refreshed and restored. Wander around the magnificent lawns or work out in the leisure centre, complete with gym and 18 metre pool – it’s up to you. It is ideally situated between Galway Bay and the centre of Galway, making it perfect accommodation for conferences or as a base when attending one of the many events and festivals on the Galway social calendar. For half a century the Ryan family has been welcoming visitors and ensuring that the hotel’s traditional standard of service is maintained.

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