Great Outdoors

THIS IS OPEN COUNTRY The Open Championship is the oldest and greatest of golf’s four Major Championships – the very biggest tournaments in the sport - and probably the hardest one to win, played on amazingly nuanced courses in astonishingly varied weather conditions. One might say it’s a bit of lottery, except for the fact that it requires incredible skill...

Discover the elemental beauty of Ireland’s Blue Flag beaches Ireland’s 89 Blue Flag beaches range from windswept golden strands on the Wild Atlantic Way to sheltered coves and rocky gems. With over 7,500km of coastline, it’s not surprising that the island of Ireland boasts so many spectacular beaches. Whether you're after a brisk walk on a golden strand, a thrilling surf...

Thompson Dock, known as the birthplace of Titanic, is getting ready to become awash with light and sound as the immersive outdoor show “Shadowdock” puts the city’s maritime heritage in the spotlight. Hundreds of tickets have set sail as showgoers from across Northern Ireland are expected to make their voyage along the Maritime Mile to attend a world first for...

  Top diving spots on the island of Ireland The waters around the island of Ireland offer divers an underwater world of fascinating shipwrecks, dramatic undersea cliffs and an abundance of marine life.   From the Wild Atlantic Way to secluded Dublin Bay, there are great diving sites around the island of Ireland. And for those seeking a sustainable adventure, scuba diving...

Unearth the Hidden Charms of Cobh, Co. Cork this summer -Picture-perfect from every angle, the scenic and historic town of Cobh has more to offer visitors per square metre than any other town in Ireland. -In addition to all the well-known attractions there is lots more to discover this summer off the beaten track! Perched gracefully on the edge of Cork Harbour,...

Dive into Dungarvan - a Summer Family Break Destination   Outdoor Movie Nights, Family Yoga, Cycling the Waterford Greenway, Parks and Playgrounds, Castles and Gardens, Swimming in the Pool or in the Sea, there is so much to do on a Summer Getaway to Dungarvan Park Hotel As school holidays are swiftly approaching, it's time to start thinking about your Irish summer...

  10 Great Beaches on the Wild Atlantic Way   Take a break on one of the Wild Atlantic Way’s majestic beaches. Here are 10 to try...     Scalloped-shaped beaches lapped by crystal clear waters, endless strands pounded by the crash of frothy Atlantic waves, pebbly shorelines with majestic views – beaches along the Wild Atlantic Way are as varied as they are beautiful....

First Female Admiral of Royal Cork Yacht Club, former Minister Simon Coveney, and key partners launch an action-packed programme for Volvo Cork Week 2024, which will welcome 10,000 sailors and attendees to Crosshaven and beyond. Volvo Cork Week, one of the most anticipated events on the global sailing calendar, is gearing up for a thrilling spectacle on Cork Harbour once...

Dramatic diving on display on Northern Ireland’s stunning Causeway Coast In July, Northern Ireland’s spectacular Causeway Coast will be the backdrop to the fourth stop on the adrenaline-charged Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. The famous Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series has chosen picturesque Ballycastle, County Antrim, as the location for a mid-season stop (19–20 July) that is expected to...

Reconnect with nature at the Wander Wild festival   Set against the stunning backdrop of the Killarney National Park, Ireland’s unique adventure and wellness festival offers a mix of thrills and mindfulness. The Wander Wild festival runs from 22–24 March 2024 in Killarney and this year has added 30 new events, an extended wellness hub and a bigger base camp in the...