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  • Irish Christmas Traditions
  • Irish customs and traditions
  • Don’t Forget Your Gift – The Ultimate Ireland Travel Bundle
  • At the bar –  Whiskey of the Month
  • Guest Bloggers Wanted
  • Around The Web:  Ireland’s travel secrets: Sherkin Island, Cork, Santa Claus Is Coming To Town Riding On A Bus, Explore County Dublin | Home of Molly Malone and more
  • Experience of the day – DoDublin Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Bus Tour
  • Irish Word of the Day – Rince
  • From Social Media – Oldest Pub in Ireland: Is it the Brazenhead or Sean’s Bar?
  • Irish Food You Will Love –  Powerscourt Townhouse set to welcome a cult favourite bakery
  • The Craic –  A Group of Galway Girls Flawlessly Irish Dance to Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You”

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Irish Christmas Traditions

Heading to Ireland or Northern Ireland for the holidays? Well here are some things to expect when you travel to Ireland for Christmas from the Christmas markets to the Christmas food of Ireland to the candles you will see in the windows. Merry Christmas! – From Mark Wolters


Irish customs and traditions

Irish customs and traditions have been passed down from generation to generation. They have been shaped by Irish history and the influences of other cultures. Irish customs and traditions include the Irish language, music, dance, food, drink, and sports. Irish culture is also known for its storytelling, love of nature, and sense of humor. These customs and traditions are an important part of Irish identity.

Irish Customs and Traditions

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At The Bar – Whiskey of the Month

From Thomas Connolly Sligo

Dingle Single Malt – Whiskey Of The Month

This Core Single Malt release has been years in the making and comprises of malt whiskey that has been matured in ex-Bourbon, and PX sherry casks. 39% Bourbon, 61% PX Sherry.

Bottled at 46.3% and non-chill filtered. This is a very interesting whiskey in which the component casks come to the fore at different stages.

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Ireland Treasure

Around The Web

Ireland’s travel secrets: Sherkin Island, Cork

Breath-taking vistas and flora & fauna on this special artistic retreat in Sherkin Island, off West Cork.

Ireland welcomes 6,000 new Irish citizens in ceremonies in Dublin this week

6,000 successful applicants have been invited to receive Irish citizenship across six separate ceremonies in the Convention Centre in Dublin

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town Riding On A Bus

Santa Claus – also known as Thomas Byrne – has been busy bringing festive cheer to Dublin commuters in the countdown to Christmas.

Heartwarming moment Belfast pubgoers come together for rendition of Christmas classic in tribute to Shane MacGowan

A heartwarming video captures a Belfast boozer coming together for a rendition of Fairytale of New York in tribute to Shane McGowan…

Staycation Review: Self-catering lodges in Galway with a luxury twist

Martin Crummy visits Galway with his wife and two daughters to review the new Lodges at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate.

Santa comes to Cork in an army tank as he visits local hospitals

Santa Claus ditched the sleigh and arrived in a more robust vehicle as he paid a special visit to three Cork hospitals.

5 festive markets to visit in Ireland before Christmas Day

With the big day just a week away, Christmas markets throughout Ireland will be in full swing

The truth about the “Nine Famous Irishmen” myth – It’s fake news mostly

For generations Irish and Irish Americans have believed the “Nine Famous Irishmen” story, but alas, it strays far from the truth.

Explore County Dublin | Home of Molly Malone

This iconic region home to the famous Molly Malone has long been celebrated for its charm and the rich stories that echo through its streets. From the bustling streets of Dublin’s literary and cultural heritage to the serene natural retreats along the coast, County Dublin promises a diverse and unforgettable adventure.

County Dublin
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Experience of the day

DoDublin Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Bus Tour with Live Guide

Maximize your time in Ireland’s vibrant capital with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. Discover Dublin’s spectacular sights and listen to entertaining commentary as you cruise around the capital. Whenever a landmark captures your attention, simply disembark to explore further; see attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green and then simply rejoin your bus tour at a time and stop that suits your schedule. Entry to the Little Museum and a Dublin walking tour are included with the bus ticket.

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Irish Word of the Day

rince – meaning = dance

Recommended by: Margarita, Castropol, Spain

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From Social Media

Oldest Pub in Ireland: Is it the Brazenhead or Sean’s Bar?

Sean's Bar

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Irish Food You Will Love

Powerscourt Townhouse set to welcome a cult favourite bakery

If you love nothing more than enjoying a good pastry, within a good aesthetic where you can consume it, then you’re going to be buzzing about the arrival of this cult favourite bakery landing in Dublin for the first time.

Powerscourt Townhouse set to welcome a cult favourite bakery

The Craic

A Group of Galway Girls Flawlessly Irish Dance to Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You”

8 Irish Dancers from The Hession School of Irish Dancing in Galway dance in the Heart of Galway, the Claddagh. Music: Shape of You- Ed Sheeran & A Lovely Madness- Beoga

Galway Girls

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