The Irish government declared the coastal waters of Ireland a whale and dolphin sanctuary during the early 1990’s. The first of its kind in Europe. Since then it is one of the ‘must do’s when visiting the south-west of Ireland. Our coastal waters are a summer feeding ground for a number of whale species and a year round home for […]
Cork county is spoiled with some of the best walking routes in the country allowing for some of the best walking holidays in Ireland. There are 40 designated waymark trails alone, not to mention countless unofficial walks dotted amongst the mountains and along the Wild Atlantic Way. In fact there are more than 1,200 KM’s of coastline much of which can be […]
The south coast of Cork offers a number of options for those who want to get in to our crystal clear seas and have some fun. West Cork Surf School The school is situated on the pristine blue flag sandy beach of Inchydoney which is located just two miles from Clonakilty in the heart of West Cork. Lessons are all year round […]
Pristine waters, abundant sea life, whales, seals, dolphins, the largest diveable ship wreck in the world. Anything here grab your attention? Baltimore Diving Located on the West Cork coast of Ireland, Baltimore is the perfect choice for a scuba diving adventure. Whether you are an experienced diver or someone new to the sport, Diving in Baltimore has got everything you need. […]
Do you already sail as a hobby or is it something you would love to learn while on holidays. There are a number of options in Cork that will suit everyone. Schull, West Cork The Fastnet Marine and Outdoor Education Centre. Schull is a charming village with shops, pubs and restaurants and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, golden beaches and […]
Cork Harbour is one of the finest natural harbours in the world (said to be the second largest natural harbour on the planet) offering a wide variety of watersports. Its many islands and tranquil river estuaries, prisons, forts, pretty towns & scenic coves, beaches and bays as well as incredible marine and bird life make for a fascinating environment waiting to […]
Eventhough Ireland is a small island and Cork is an even smaller part, I bet you did’nt know … The Sea… – Cork Harbour is said to be the second largest natural harbour in the world after Sydney Harbour. – Cork has the oldest Yacht Club in the World founded in 1720. – The first motor boat race in the […]
Trident Hotel Kinsale, A Select Hotels of Ireland Property The Trident Hotel is spectacularly set on the water’s edge in Kinsale, in a prime location for guests to enjoy the stunning views. Recently refurbished the Trident has 75 guestrooms including an executive wing comprising 30 rooms and penthouse floor of 11 luxury suites, all with breath-taking views of the harbour […]
Marengo Bed and Breakfast, Ballyhea, Charleville, Cork. Marengo Bed and Breakfast is a beautiful country house bed and breakfast overlooking beautiful Ballyhoura Hills on the Cork Limerick road. Marengo is one-hour drive from Cork, Kerry and Shannon Airports. Convenient for golf, hill walking and fishing. Marengo is situated overlooking the Ballyhoura Hills which have 1500 kms of way marked walks […]
Join us on a wonderful journey exploring some of the lesser known parts of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way – the longest defined coastal drive in the world. Arriving into Cork Airport on the south coast, it is just a 25 minute drive to your 5 star resort – Fota Island. The hotel is only a 15 minute drive to the […]
Hello everyone! I’m a Spanish guy living in Cork City. Last weekend I went to Dublin with a friend, as we had never been there before. As you can expect, in two days I couldn’t see all I wanted to in Dublin, but still, we visited the main places of Dublin and we had great fun. We walked along many […]
Top 10 most popular places to visit in Ireland for Spanish people The Spanish public are looking to come to Ireland for many different reasons. Some of them want to come to enjoy a trip along the Wild Atlantic Way, or to visit some of the many places located along the route. Some examples are the Cliffs of Moher or the […]
Hola a todos! Soy un chico español que está viviendo en Cork City. La semana pasada he ido con un amigo a Dublín ya que nunca habíamos estado antes allí. Como podréis esperar, no pude ser capaz de ver todo lo que esconde Dublín en dos días, pero aún así, mi amigo y yo visitamos los lugares principales de Dublín […]
Los 10 lugares más populares de Irlanda entre el público español El público español quiere venir a Irlanda por muchos motivos diferentes. Algunos de ellos quieren venir para disfrutar de un viaje por el Wild Atlantic Way, o para visitar alguno de los muchos lugares situados a lo largo de la ruta. Algunos ejemplos son los Acantilados de Moher o el […]
The Montenotte Hotel & Leisure Centre, located in a superb location overlooking Cork City, offers extensive free customer parking and is just minutes walk to the City centre. The hotel captures the true essence of Cork City combining a contemporary feel with a charming old word twist.
Combining more than 50 years experience in collecting, booking, reserving, finding, serving, minding, caring, fixing and generally making things happen correctly for customers, we know how to get things done. There are many different aspects to the Corporate Market each with its own specific nuances and needs, but one thing that can never be compromised is attention to detail. Whether […]
Rumleys Open Farm provides a great location for many different occasions from birthdays to school tours and is one of the best family things to do in Cork no matter what the season. The farm has a wide range of activities for children of all ages and has many exotic and domestic animals. Apart from the public areas there are […]
Situated 8 km from Cork City, the historic Blarney Castle is most famous for it’s stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The word Blarney was introduced into the English language by Queen Elizabeth I and is described as pleasant talk, intended to deceive without offending. The stone is set in the wall below the battlements, and to kiss […]
El suroeste de Irlanda acoge uno de los paisajes naturales más motivadores que ver, siendo un punto destacado el Anillo de Kerry. La combinación de los terrenos montañosos y la línea de costa con sus espectaculares vistas a lo largo de la Ruta Costera del Atlántico nos ofrecen suntuosos lugares para descubrir. Con una belleza que cubre todo el territorio, recorrer […]
Cork has been voted one of the top 10 cities in the world to visit according to the Lonely Planet Guide and after a short break here you will certainly be looking to come back again. On this itinerary we bring you the best of the city combined with a relaxing break in the country. Cork City is a compact […]
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