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Dream of Ireland with Ireland of the Welcomes magazine this summer

While we all battle COVID-19 by staying safe at home Ireland of the Welcomes bring you the beauty and wonder of the Emerald Isle.

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What makes Matt Damon's Dalkey so special

The South Dublin suburb is one of the most affluent areas in Ireland's capital and boasts some of the most beautiful architecture in the country.

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These are the places in Ireland you have to visit

These are the top attractions in Ireland that no visit to the Emerald Isle would be complete without.

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Celebrate Golfer's Day by exploring Ireland's best golf courses

While you might not be able to get out right now to celebrate Golfer's Day, the next best way to celebrate has to be to start planning your dream golfing vacation in Ireland!

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WIN a trip to Ireland with Specialized Travel Services

Enter to win a six-night trip to Ireland worth $3,000.

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As important as Newgrange or Tara - an ancient Irish site you’ve never heard of

Most tourists, both Irish and international, will be unfamiliar with Rathcroghan in County Roscommon, but it used to be Ireland's ancient royal capital.

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Irish words and slang to learn before you visit Ireland

From Irish words for love and Irish words for drunk to just general Irish phrases, learn this Irish slang off and you can't go wrong.

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New trail in Massachusetts to celebrate Irish heritage on South Shore

The South Shore in Massachusetts hopes to get a major tourism boost with a proposed Irish Heritage Trail, stretching from Weymouth to Plymouth.

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Milwaukee Irish Fest - 2020 line-up and BOGO ticket sale!

The Milwaukee Irish Fest has announced their entertainment line-up for the 40th festival, as well as a BOGO Ticket Sale!

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Take a tour of St. Patrick's Ireland and follow in the footsteps of our patron saint

Will you be spending this March 17 in Ireland? How about taking a sabbatical from the parades and traveling Ireland in the footsteps of the man himself.

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Where was the movie "The Quiet Man" filmed?

The Quiet Man filming locations in Ireland are some of the most lovely to visit anywhere in the country.

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The best pubs in Dublin for a pint of Guinness and a bit of craic

Be sure to check out these pubs in Dublin on your next Irish vacation.

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Facts about Cong, Co Mayo - the home of "The Quiet Man"

Are you a superfan of "The Quiet Man?" Time to take a trip to Cong in Co Mayo!

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Ireland's first “Tourism Day” means free entry to top attractions

Ireland’s first ever Tourism Day will be on April 17.

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Ireland of the Welcomes March / April 2020 issue is in full spring mode

The March / April 2020 issue of Ireland of the Welcome is officially a celebration of things springtime in the Emerald Isle.

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Ireland's ancient holy wells of Saint Patrick

Thousands of ancient holy wells in Ireland that serve as sites of worship and prayer continue to attract visits from miracle-seekers.

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Dublin voted among best places in the world to visit in March

“The spiritual home of St. Patrick's Day… Expect street parties, craft beer and live folk music almost anywhere in town."

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St. Patrick’s Day pilgrimage in Connemara - the trip of a lifetime

Connemara holds on to the ancient traditions of St. Patrick at a shrine nestled deep in the Maumturk Mountains. Literally magic!

History

Historic Irish tavern in Philly celebrates its 160th anniversary

Philly’s oldest continuously operating tavern and one of the oldest in the United States, owned by only two families, and opened when Lincoln was in power.

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IrishCentral's tourist attraction of the week: St. Michan's crypts, Dublin

Forget about Egypt! There are mummies, who are believed to have inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula, right in the heart of Dublin city center.

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8 Irish hotels features on 2020 Forbes stars awards list

These eight Irish hotels feature on the 2020 Forbes Stars Awards list - a prestigious ranking of some of the world's best hotels.

Culture

Ireland's St. Patrick's Festival 2020 officially launches its theme and five-day program

St. Patrick’s Festival 2020, Ireland’s biggest annual festival, reveals five great days and nights celebrating the nation’s treasures.

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Love-seekers show up at St. Valentine's resting place in Dublin

St. Valentine, the patron saint of love, was executed in Rome and buried there in the 3rd century. His body was later exhumed, however, and taken to Dublin.

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The most romantic destinations in Ireland for Valentine's Day

The top romantic spots, sights, and areas in Ireland that are the perfect place at any time of year for a lovestruck getaway

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Why the new home of Guinness is right here in the US

What happens when you combine over 260 years of Irish brewing experience with American beer creativity?

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Physical distancing advice will have drastic impact on capacity in Irish pubs

TUNE IN: Final panel discussion in Trinity's “Rethinking Democracy” series

"We are all connected " - Irish American donates water tank to Navajo Nation

Priest in Ireland pens touching poem about coronavirus lockdown

GAA player becomes first Irish person to win full US college football scholarship

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Is the Celtic symbol for new beginnings entirely made up?

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The five brave Sullivan brothers who died in WWII serving the US Navy

What do Ireland’s county names mean?

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New documentary tells the story of Ireland's pro-choice abortion referendum campaign

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Baileys chocolate cheesecake pots recipe

Indulgent salted caramel and Irish whiskey cake recipe

What do Ireland’s county names mean?

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Cork town named one of Europe’s most beautiful small towns

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Ireland named as Forbes Best Bucket List Trip

These are the some of the best walking trails in Ireland

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How to support your local Irish shops right now

Find the best Irish clothing and giftware this St. Patrick’s Day

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