Garnish Island, located off the West coast of Cork, is noted for it mild and temperate climate. It is quiet an unusual place. The Gulf Stream ocean current strikes Ireland directly at this point, giving the the region a uniquely mild climate. The owners of the Island at the turn of the last century decided [...]
Ireland is a spectacularly beautiful country which fully deserves exploring if you get the chance, and there is no better way to do so than to rent a car and go on a road trip. But where should you go? Here are a few of the best driving routes in Ireland to help you to [...]
Hayfield Manor in Cork City is one of Ireland’s finest 5 star hotels. Set next to the grounds of UCC amongst its own park land, it feels as if you are in the countryside; a stately manner at the end of a tree lined drive rather than 10 minutes from the heart of Ireland’s 3rd [...]
County Cork is very much the culinary and artisan food capital of Ireland. Towns like Kinsale feature some of the best restaurants in Ireland; the dairy farms produce many excellent cheeses and even an Irish Mozzarella. The English Market has been a staple of Cork’s food scene for generations and is quiet unique in Ireland. [...]
Stating in an authentic Irish Cottage is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend a vacation in Ireland. Stepping out from under the thatched roof, and looking over beautiful mountains or a lake, contemplating it all and just relaxing in utter peace and quiet. There are many options for you to look at when [...]
The Cork Swansea Ferry Service has announced its Schedule for 2012. The service run by the Fastnet Line and organized and paid for by a collective fundraising from tourism businesses across Cork and Kerry and South Wales who own the Fastnet Line Co. The Cork Swansea route has a long history and the brief interlude [...]
One of the most visited tourist destinations and probably the one that is most know in America. Blarney Castle is intimately tied in to Irish history of the last 1000 years. It is mostly know for the “Blarney Stone” which is built in to its wall of its leading turret. The photograph of the person [...]
The Ashley Hotel, located on Coburg street in Cork, is one of the most established hotels in Cork City. Run by Anita Coughlan, it has been in the family for generations. Previously called the Munster Hotel. The Ahsley Hotel is just minutes walk from the main shopping and social streets of Cork City. The [...]
The Ambassador Hotel and Health Club in Cork City is considered one of the finest hotels in Cork. Situated at Military Hill, overlooking Cork City, with excellent views of the lights at night. Built in the 1870’s, it’s ornate red brick facade is emblematic of that period. The Ambassador Hotel is one of the Hotels [...]
Allcorns Country home is a bed and breakfast in Blarney, County Cork. It is just moments outside Blarney Village, situated beside a river in a green and lush setting. Allcorns country house is located on 3 acres of gardens and is surrounded by a 20 acre woodland, which is 250 years old and is a [...]
