HOW Ireland’s county LOUTH got its NAME
Louth comes from the Irish “Lú,” possibly meaning “small” or named after the Celtic god Lugh,…
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SPORTS in Ireland’s county LOUTH
County Louth’s sporting history is a compelling blend of Gaelic games, soccer, rugby, and more,…
GRAVEYARDS in Ireland’s county LOUTH
Edward Bruce, Faughart Graveyard, near Dundalk. Edward Bruce (c. 1280-1318), a military and political figure…
HISTORY in Ireland’s county LOUTH
Pre-1000 The Gaelic Nation County Louth, part of the ancient kingdom of Airgialla, was shaped…
TOWNS of Ireland’s county LOUTH
Drogheda: A large town on the River Boyne with a shrine to Saint Oliver Plunkett,…
DROGHEDA in Ireland’s county LOUTH: A walking tour
Begin at Drogheda Railway Station (MacBride Station), a 19th-century hub with a red-brick facade, centrally…
Travels PAST: Ireland’s county LOUTH in 1837
LOUTH (County of), a maritime county of the province of LEINSTER, and the smallest in Ireland,…
Louth Travels PAST: Ireland’s county LOUTH in the 1846 Parliamentary Gazetteer
A maritime county of the province of Leinster, is bounded, on the north, by Armagh…
Famous QUOTES from Ireland’s county LOUTH
“Lugh sáimh-ioldánach” (“Lugh equally skilled in many arts”). — Official county motto . Many circumstances…
Contact list for Ireland’s county LOUTH
Fáilte Ireland Regional Tourism Officer: General contact: 88-95 Amiens Street, Dublin 1, Phone: +353 (0)1…
Craft BREWERIES and DISTILLERIES in Ireland’s county LOUTH
County Louth hosts several chief craft breweries and distilleries that contribute to the local production…
Galway City council approves expansion at Galmont Hotel
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Apple releases second generation airtag with louder speaker
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Delta Air Lines orders 31 widebody aircraft from Airbus
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Storm Chandra causes 20 Flight cancellations at Dublin Airport on Tuesday
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IAAPA and Seatrade Cruise Global Form Strategic Partnership to Expand Entertainment Innovation and Cross-Industry Networking
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) and Seatrade Cruise Global have established a…
Hurtigruten adds Iceland to expanding tours portfolio with new tours and packages
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Ryanair reveals summer 2026 schedule for Norwich Airport
Ryanair has revealed its summer 2026 schedule for Norwich Airport, providing enhanced travel options for…
Global pause for peace initiative set for Saint Brigid’s Day 2026
Kildare tourism has called on individuals worldwide to observe a one-minute pause for peace at…
Hosts Global expands network with Paradis travel & events in Morocco
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Shannon Airport anticipates 14pc passenger increase for Saint Brigid’s bank holiday
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Pegasus Airlines launches direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen to Ljubljana in Slovenia
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TUI reveals top solo travel destinations for 2026
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Grafton Hotel in Dublin City Centre offers Valentine’s Packages
The Grafton Hotel confirmed Valentine’s packages available from 13 to 15 February 2026, starting at…
Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise launches Valentine’s promotion
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Questions raised over €400,000 spent on Tipperary Greenway Project with no plan
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Drone pilot successfully prosecuted over unauthorised flights
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Dublin Airport anticipates record numbers for St Brigid’s weekend
Dublin Airport expects to handle 382,000 passengers over the St Brigid’s bank holiday weekend, an…
Ryanair confirms January payday flash sale with discounts
Ryanair launched a 48-hour flash sale on Wednesday to mark January Payday, providing 20pc off…
Nominations close today 2026 Irish Restaurant Awards
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TOWNS of Ireland’s county MEATH
Navan: The county town and a growing centre with riverside walks along the Boyne…
SPORTS in Ireland’s county KILKENNY
Kilkenny’s sporting history is a compelling blend of hurling dominance with participation in Gaelic Football,…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county CORK
County Cork, Ireland’s largest county, offers a wealth of adventure tourism opportunities along its rugged…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county CLARE
County Clare, along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, offers a wealth of adventure tourism opportunities, with…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county CAVAN
County Cavan, in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, offers a range of outdoor activities that draw visitors…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county CARLOW
County Carlow, located in Ireland’s Ancient East, offers a range of adventure tourism opportunities for…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county ARMAGH
County Armagh, known as the Orchard County, offers a wealth of adventure tourism opportunities for…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county WICKLOW
County Wicklow, known as the Garden of Ireland, offers a wealth of adventure tourism experiences…
ADVENTURE tourism locations in Ireland’s county WEXFORD
County Wexford, known for its sunny southeast coastline and rich history, offers a wealth of…