The beautiful Co Kerry has been named as one of the top three places you ‘must visit before you die’ by a leading travel site. The south-western county, which is famous for its stunning scenery and many beauty spots, finished ahead of destinations such as Paris, Dubai and The Maldives in the list.
Author: Michael Kehoe
Why do the Irish speak English?
While the Irish language still exists, with tens of thousands of people in the country able to speak it, the vast majority of Irish people use English. So why is this? When did English become the most used language in Ireland?
Ireland ‘good value for money’ for tourists
Ireland has been given a strong seal of approval from overseas visitors, according to a survey from tourism organisation Fáilte Ireland. The majority of people are very satisfied with their visit to Ireland with many saying it exceeded their expectations.
Study says Irish tourists are among the grumpiest in the world
Irish holiday makers have been named as the second grumpiest in the world by data analysts RewardExpert. While the Irish have a great reputation for friendliness and hospitality towards visitors to Ireland – it seems they are quick to complain if they don’t get the same treatment when they are abroad.
Ed Sheeran speaks about the importance of his song writing process
Ed Sheeran says being a songwriter has not only brought him fame and success but has also been a source of therapy for him. The star from Suffolk, England, also revealed that he always like to stay in touch with his Irish roots and makes time to see his relatives whenever he is in Ireland.
Why planes dim the lights before landing…it’s for a very good reason
We’ve all got used to the safety routines on planes before take-off and the rules we have to abide by during the flight and just before landing. There’s the obligatory demonstrations by a stewardess and then the insistence of seat belts fastened, food trays folded back and all lockers closed etc. The reason for most… Continue reading Why planes dim the lights before landing…it’s for a very good reason
Ed Sheeran sings his global hit Thinking Out Loud in Irish
Singer songwriter Ed Sheeran performed an Irish language version of his smash single Thinking Out Loud on RTÉ 2fm. It was a great gesture from Sheeran to learn his own song in another language – and his performance came after a classic radio prank.
Take a video tour of Michael Flatley’s Co Cork mansion
Irish dancing legend Michael Flatley opened the doors to his mansion in Co Cork to give the public a glimpse into his home life. The Chicago born star allowed the Irish Times to create a video tour of his home in 2015, when he put the property on the market.
Bishop hits out at Irish schools that teach yoga as it is ‘not Christian’
A Catholic bishop has hit out at schools in Ireland that encourage yoga and ‘mindfulness’ as they are not Christian. Bishop Cullinane wrote a letter to parish schools in Waterford that yoga is inappropriate ‘especially during religious education time’.
Celebrity Irish chef puts moaning customer in his place
It seems there are so many moaning customers these days who just want to complain and pick fault…and review sites gives them the perfect opportunity to air their views.
