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This luxurious Galway manor is the Irish vacation rental of your dreams

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway for two, a big family vacation, or a friends trip, Galway Manor and Cottage is your dream Irish holiday rental - a home away from home.

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Aer Lingus welcome end of ban on travel to the US from Ireland

The Irish airline company is celebrating the lifting of travel restrictions for Irish tourists to the US by extending their September seat sale with flights from as little as €149 each way.

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What's your Irish County? County Kilkenny

All the basics and some fun historic facts about the home of "The Cats" County Kilkenny.

Politics

Fully vaccinated Irish tourists will be permitted to enter the US from November

The US ban on travel from the EU, including Ireland, and the UK, including Northern Ireland, will end in November for fully vaccinated travelers.

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Ireland's best pubs, restaurants, and hotels named in annual ranking

The 2021 Georgina Campbell Awards, described as "a kind of love letter to Irish food and hospitality," highlight Ireland's best restaurants, pubs, and hotels.

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The guide to Galway experiences for friends

Our guide of activities for friends venturing together to County Galway.

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Things you can still catch in Ireland before the year is over (so start planning)

Now is an ideal time to visit Ireland and we have a list of all the great things to do and see before the end of the year.

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Shannon Airport welcomes return of United's direct service from Newark

United Airlines is now selling nonstop, roundtrip Newark - Shannon flights for next spring.

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The guide to Galway experiences for couples

Our guide of activities you can experience together as a couple in County Galway.

Things to do in Ireland

The guide to Galway experiences for families

Our guide of activities you can experience together as a family in County Galway.

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Some of the longest and strangest place names in Ireland

From Galway's Glassillaunvealnacurra to Waterford's Scartnadrinymountain, these are the among the longest place names in Ireland.

Culture

These are the most popular breakfasts in Ireland

Celebrate Better Breakfast Month with one of these six tasty Irish breakfast options.

Roots

Remembering from afar - 9/11 memorials in Ireland

Many memorials were built after the realization that so many people would not be coming home. There are 5 in Ireland.

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NUI Galway - Explore one of Ireland's oldest universities

NUI Galway was founded in 1845 and is open to visitors to explore the campus grounds and the University's museums.

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Enjoy authentic Italian food at La Collina, Salthill, Galway

La Collina offers a wide range of delicious home-style Italian food in the town of Salthill, a seaside resort on the northern shore of Galway Bay.

Dream homes

Own your very own Georgian retreat in Cork on a lush 12-acre estate

Situated outside Leap in the heart of West Cork, Corran House dates back to the 1820s and is the perfect blend of tradition and modern comforts.

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Exploring all of Co Waterford and its Viking past

Waterford, Ireland's oldest city, has no shortage of places to visit and explore.

Community

The Irish pub that became home base for Ground Zero workers after 9/11

O'Hara's was badly damaged in the wreckage of 9/11 but built itself back up to become a haven for first responders and tourists alike.

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Irish American Congressman joins in on criticism of US ban on travel from Europe

US Congressman Brendan Boyle says that the ongoing US ban on travel from Europe "makes no sense."

Dream homes

The top 20 places to live in Ireland revealed

The long list of the Irish Times Best Place to Live in Ireland 2021 whittle down from a whopping 470 nominations.

Politics

AOH calls on President Biden to end the ban on Irish citizens coming to US

Citizens of Ireland are banned from entering the US since the beginning of the COVID pandemic. This has resulted in a major effort to end the ban.

Things to do in Ireland

High King Tours, Galway City & Cong

High King Tours is a family-run tour company that provides a guided tour to the village of Cong, Co. Mayo and the surrounding area.

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Irish words and slang to learn before you visit Ireland

Check out this expert guide to Irish words, phrases, and slang before you book your next trip to Ireland!

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Ireland’s Ambassador to the US says travel ban is "damaging relations"

While European officials, including Ireland's Ambassador, are growing more outspoken, the White House has made "no decisions" on ending its travel ban.

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Explore Ireland with Lally Tours, Forster Street, Galway City

Lally Tours is an award-winning tour operator, showcasing the west of Ireland through private tours, day trips, city tours & extended trips throughout Ireland.

WATCH: Mary O kicks off viral scone-making campaign with an Irish blessing

In letter to Pelosi, head of DUP says NI Protocol will sacrifice the Good Friday Agreement

COVID live updates: More than 9.6 million vaccine doses administered on island of Ireland

Anti-vaxxers remove COVID patient from hospital but he is now deathly ill

When a 1,000-year-old Viking sword was found at Co Cork's Beamish brewery

Granny, Countess Markievicz, and Me

Plant an Irish Heritage Tree for your beloved pet on the Feast Day of St. Francis

May the Road Rise Up to Meet You - the story behind the traditional Irish blessing

Irish women who lived as men in the US Civil War, British Army

When a 1,000-year-old Viking sword was found at Co Cork's Beamish brewery

WATCH: Mary O kicks off viral scone-making campaign with an Irish blessing

Plant an Irish Heritage Tree for your beloved pet on the Feast Day of St. Francis

May the Road Rise Up to Meet You - the story behind the traditional Irish blessing

Guinness and Jameson ice cream float recipe

Irish blackberry jam and custard donuts recipe

This luxurious Galway manor is the Irish vacation rental of your dreams

Aer Lingus welcome end of ban on travel to the US from Ireland

Some of the longest and strangest place names in Ireland

What's your Irish County? County Kilkenny

Shannon Airport welcomes return of United's direct service from Newark

Women's Friendship Day: Show you care with this thoughtful Irish present

Celebrating 10 years of The Irish Store with 10 days of unmissable deals!

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