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Stunning scenery and legendary landscapes are made all the more breathtaking by the wistful sound of rushing water

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Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race

01 Jul 2010 - 09 Jul 2010

Ten months, 35,000 miles of ocean racing and around 400 people facing the challenge of a lifetime. Setting off from the Humber on...

Out to Lunch Festival

06 Jan 2010 - 30 Jan 2010

The Out to Lunch Arts Festival opens its doors once again this January with a new and expanded ‘menu’ on offer for those living...

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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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Shannon Princess
Shannon Princess

Aboard the 10 passenger SHANNON PRINCESS enjoy elegant spacious...

Coney Island
Coney Island

Lying 1km off shore from Maghery Country Park, this island is an...

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GALWAY BAY HOTEL CONFERENCE AND LEISURE CENTRE - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

GALWAY BAY HOTEL CONFERENCE AND LEISURE CENTRE - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

WEEKEND SPECIAL - € 159 pps. Enjoy 2 nights B&B & 1 evening meal.Dine in the award winning Lobster Pot Restaurant on the night of...

Did you know?

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