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Drogheda Arts Festival

29 Apr 2009 - 04 May 2009

The 4th Annual Drogheda Arts Festival will take place over the May Bank Holiday Weekend in the town of Drogheda, County Louth. The...

Volvo Ocean Race

23 May 2009 - 06 Jun 2009

The Volvo Ocean Race - Galway Stopover Festival will take place in Galway City from the 23rd May - 6th June, 2009 and the docks...

Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta

09 Jul 2009 - 12 Jul 2009

Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta 2009 is Ireland's biggest regatta and every two years attracts over 500 boats to the capital's waters....

 

 

 

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Why Ireland?

Listen to the roar of the waves in your ears or the hush of the barge as it passes you by, and you'll know why Ireland is a water-lover's haven

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Surfing

When the white horses rush in from the Atlantic Ocean, get ready for some adrenalin-induced action in Ireland 

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Sailing

With the wind in your sails, check your sheets as it’s time to experience a voyage around Ireland

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Canoeing/Kayaking & Rowing

Get those paddles out and experience all that Ireland’s waterways have to offer

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Sub-Aqua Diving

Discover sunken wrecks and a plethora of sea life when you make Ireland your very own waterworld

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Water-Skiing & Wakeboarding

Nothing beats the exhilaration of skimming the water while water-skiing or wakeboarding, and there’s no better place to get the rush than Ireland

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Windsurfing

If you’re serious about windsurfing, then make Ireland your number one destination – after all, it’s the professionals’ choice

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Safety first

Splashing about on the water is great fun, but no matter what you like doing, always remember safety comes first

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Athlone Marina
Athlone Marina

A new marina in Athlone, located between the town bridge and the...

Ards Leisure Centre
Ards Leisure Centre

Three swimming pools, Harpers Fitness Suite, multi purpose halls...

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DEER PARK HOTEL GOLF & SPA - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

DEER PARK HOTEL GOLF & SPA - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

Deer Park Hotel is within easy access of Dublin City and Airport. This great value family break include 2 night stay with a full...

Did you know?

There are over 5,600km of coastline, lakes, rivers and waterways around Ireland.