The Ballynahinch Castle Hotel
September 13th, 2006Located in stunning landscape, Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is a lovely luxury hotel in the centre of Connemara. The hotel is ideal for anyone who hopes to relax and enjoy the beautiful Connemara landscape. It is situated in 350 acres of woodland and it rests on the banks of the lovely Ballynahinch Salmon River, in the valley of the Twelve Bens Mountain. Rooms are elegantly decorated with four-poster beds, and they offer visitors the chance to relax in a luxurious, yet cosy atmosphere. The Ballynahinch Castle Hotel also boasts a lovely restaurant and the quaint Fisherman’s Pub. The hotel is ideally located for scenic walks, fishing trips and wildlife watching.
Inishbofin Island
September 12th, 2006The island of Inishbofin is located off the coast of County Galway. In the 7th century, island was chosen by exiled English Abbot St Colman for its remoteness, and today, the island still feels distanced from the mainland. On the site of St Colman’s original monastery, visitors can find a lovely medieval church, well and graveyard. Resting in the harbour of Inishbofin Island is the impressive ruins of a castle, which, in the 16th century was occupied by Spanish Pirate Don Bosco. The island boasts a number of pretty beaches, and it is surrounded reefs and islets, making it a popular destination for divers.
The GPO nightclub
September 11th, 2006For those interested in enjoying a night out in Galway City, a trip to the GPO nightclub is a must. A restaurant by day, the Drumbar area of the club becomes the perfect place to see the city’s finest DJs by night. The GPO nightclub boasts hectic dance floors, inviting bars and a relaxed chill-out area. Featuring a varied list of performers, the club attracts household names, as well as supporting up and coming artists. Located on Eglington Street in the heart of Galway City, the GPO nightclub is the perfect location for a safe and fun night out.
Eyre Square
September 8th, 2006In the heart of Galway City lies the newly redesigned Eyre Square. The square surrounds a charming park popular with both tourists and picnicking locals alike. The striking buildings surrounding the square mainly date back to the 19th century. On the north-western side of Eyre Square is the Browne Doorway. This is an entrance from a mansion on Abbeygate Street Lower, dating back to the 17th century. The square is a handy landmark for negotiating your way around Galway City, and it is located close to bus and train stations and numerous hotels.
Portumna
September 7th, 2006Located in the southeast of Galway on the border of North Tipperary, Portumna is a charming market town, with plenty of sites to entertain visitors. For nature lovers, the town is home to the lovely Portumna Forest Park, a perfect spot for hiking and wildlife watching. Portumna also rests on the banks of Lough Derg, boasting a pretty marina, and it is a popular area for water sports. The town is home to plenty of fascinating historic sites, as well as numerous welcoming cafes and pubs.
St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church, Galway city
September 6th, 2006Visitors to Galway city should take a trip to the heart of the charming old city, to visit the lovely St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church. This impressive Church of Ireland church is the largest medieval church in Ireland to operate as a continuous place of worship. The church was founded in 1320 and was dedicated to the patron saint of Seafarers, Saint Nicholas of Myra. St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church has played an important role in the history of the city, and it was the site of mayoral elections in which members of the Galway families known as the Tribes of Galway voted.
Galway Arts Festival
September 5th, 2006The Galway Arts Festival takes over Galway city in July each year. The festival started in 1978 and has since become one of the country’s most popular attractions. The festival is organised by Galway Arts Festival Ltd, a non-profit organisation and registered charity. Each year the Galway Arts Festival boasts a large number of street performers, comedy acts, musical performers, plays and parades. The festival caters to both adults and children, and offers something to suit all tastes.
Hotels in Galway
September 5th, 2006Hotels in Galway are a great way to explore this magical city and county. Galway has a wide and varied selection of hotels that cater to all budgets and tastes. Choose from a city centre location to a hotel in Salthill overlooking Galway Bay or if you want something more romantic and remote Hotels in Glaway can offer all of the above. We of course recommend our own site which offers excellent value and choice for all Hotels in Galway.
Be sure to check out Connemara, Silver Strand, The Quays Bar and Eyre Square during your visit.
Galway Guide
September 5th, 2006Galway is perhaps Ireland’s favourite city especially among young people. It is a vibrant city full of live, arts and music. Located in the West of Ireland Galway should be a must on any serious travellers itinerary. The city has excellent restaurants, a pub a day for ever, a great traditional music scene and is of course home to the largest racing event in Europe-The Galway Races. Check out Galway for more details on this great city.
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