Articles related to "Galway"

Galway has a vibrant Irish arts and culture scene and it is perfectly situated to explore the West Coast of Ireland, like the Aran Islands and Connermara.

County Galway combines the natural beauty of sandy beaches and rugged green hills sprinkled with sheep and castle ruins with the warmth of old-fashioned Irish villages.

The Volvo Ocean Race around the globe will come to Galway for the first time in May 2009 for a two week stopover - the west of Ireland prepares for a boost in tourism.

The speaker in Galway Kinnell's "Blackberry Eating" compares the experience of eating blackberries to that of pronouncing his favorite words.

The lunar landscape of the Aran Islands may leave visitors wondering if they've left the Irish mainland or planet Earth entirely!

Grace O'Malley (1530-1603) defied belief, resisted definition, despised convention, and ultimately took on the greatest enemy her land had yet encountered. And won!

Irish Fest is the world's largest celebration of the culture of Ireland. Enjoy 100+ entertainment acts, artists, music, dance, drama, sports and kid's activities.

The first national legislation in the world to penalize cruelty to animals received Royal Assent July 22, 1822 in England.

At a time when all she knew was being obliterated in the path of a huge English push for power in her land, O'Malley knew only one response - face like with like.

For the first time in 35 years there will be a Chinese title sponsorship of a team for this prestigious global event.

R. Todd Felton's Journey into Ireland's Literary Revival is a fascinating and well-written account of the rebirth in Irish literature between the 1890s and 1920s

Though only a small town, Maynooth has been enormously influential in an Irish history populated by a rich mixture comprising Lords Bishops Rebels and Halley's Comet.

The Claddagh ring is an Irish cultural icon and a popular symbol in engagement rings and other jewelry thanks to Buffy and Angel of television's Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

A bed in breakfast can escort a lovely holiday, or can be a nightmare. The Churchfield brings Doolin to life, and the hostess makes the trip feel like a home away.

This spectacular part of County Clare and the Shannon Area are home to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and the Shannon River Delta with the mystical Lough Dergh.

Rent a bike in Ireland for a guided or self-guided holiday of a lifetime. Choose the area you like and one of many tour or bike rental companies to suit your pocket.

Castles, battlements, designer gardens and clifftop libraries - a collection of ten places to visit on an Irish trip.

The Aran Islands are situated off the west coast of Ireland and are part of County Galway. There is no other part of Ireland that resembles these three small islands.

3/5: The stark intimacy of Johnny Cash’s posthumous release, Personal File, will appeal to connoisseurs, but leave the average listener feeling bored and intrusive.

All of Rwanda's high society were out in force for the country's first organised St. Patrick's Day ball in the capital city.

The sacred shamrock, Celtic cross, Claddagh ring from Galway, and ancient harp are all symbolic of Ireland.

Edged by vertical cliffs surrounding unique landscapes and prehistoric tombs, County Clare is ideal for lovers of natural beauty and historical relics.

Regan Reilly finally marries the man of her dreams and takes off for an idyllic Irish honeymoon. However, the couple can't seem to leave crime at home.

Legendary Irish Tenors -CD takes us back to golden age of singing. Two Disc set features Irish ballads and standards sung by John McCormack and others.

There may never be a definitive answer to this question but it has been proven by explorer and author Tim Severin to be physically possible.

Christmas and New Years Eve can be romantic affairs, and luxury vacation deals in wintertime Ireland make a trip there more affordable than ever.

The last few legs of the 2008-09 Volvo Ocean Race are underway and before the event concludes in St. Petersburg Russia, teams will spend nearly a month in Boston, MA.

Although Garmin-Chipotle took a strong team to the Tour of Ireland, they couldn't compete with Team Columbia's firepower.

Ireland is known for the vivid greenness of its countryside. Head west to the Burren's wild landscapes of rugged beauty and bask in warm Irish hospitality in Ballyvaughan

European journalists and filmmakers Basil Gelpke and Ray McCormack deliver a visually stunning view of the consequences of reaching Peak Oil.

Anjelica Huston comes from an acting dynasty and has successfully carved out her own career to become a much loved and respected actor.

Belfast in Northern Ireland has never matched Dublin for city break appeal but its pubs, music, old buildings and new waterfront make for a great vacation destination.

Low cost carriers such as Easyjet, BMIbaby, Flybe and Ryanair mean that flying to Scotland's capital for the festival in August needn't be too expensive.

We've all felt the weight of the world on our shoulders one time or another, Ken Bruen's P.I. from Ireland carries his 24/7, in his aptly titled mystery-thriller "Cross".

Hiking, on any terrain, is pleasurable but when you factor in rugged mountains and green vistas you have an extraordinary experience awaiting you.

Often, the more one consciously tries to write a poem, the more diminished the poem becomes. This article is about how to let the poem emerge by writing into the unknown.

Taste the true Irish culture, language and traditions. Head for the Dingle Peninsula - in a Gaeltacht - perfect for hiking, cycling, exploring and warm Irish hospitality

Cork's English Market sells meat, fish, black pudding, drisheen, Irish cheeses & soda bread. Here too is the Farmgate Cafe & Restaurant, for the best lunch in the city

For the native speaker of English who wants to study abroad, but isn't interested in or comfortable with speaking another language, there are plenty of cities out there!

Tourists wishing to travel from Belfast to other parts of Ireland can do so by coach, rail, or air.

To visit the Cliffs of Moher is to stand on the edge of Ireland and be awed by their magnificence.

Amateur genealogists, especially those who are new to the endeavor, will discover amazing variations in the spelling of their family names.

Stem cells from a person's skin, bone marrow and nose are being used to develop treatments without the ethical and health-risk complications of embryonic cells.

A brief history of the pioneering thrash metal band Anvil, profiled in Sacha Gervasi's recent documentary, Anvil! The Story of Anvil.

What started as a show has become a phenomenon. Celtic Thunder is returning to the US in the fall of 2009 and their following continues to grow. The Thunderheads await.

Cryptosporidium parvum is a tiny parasite that causes outbreaks of diarrhea. Drinking water is one source of this parasitic disease, but there are others.

Temple Bar, Guinness Brewery, St. Stephen's Green, Tattoos - Dublin, Ireland is a city of entertainment, where the old and the new live comfortably side by side.

Ireland is the perfect destination for golfing vacations, trips and packages - a paradise for the golfer - from beginner to professional at all price ranges,

Even in a down economy, it's possible to dine out at some of Chicago's finest restaurants without paying full price. Many top eateries offer bargains on every week night.

While perhaps influenced by writers of revenge tragedy before him, Shakespeare produced in "Hamlet," a work that was altogether new. Bold. And defining all its own.