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Discover food as fresh as the air in the picturesque South of Ireland. Famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty, the South offers endless opportunities for exceptional landscapes and mouthwatering gourmet delights.

Dunbrody Famine Ship
Kilkenny Castle and Gardens
Beara Peninsula
Cottage Garden in Stradbally

From left to right: Dunbrody Famine Ship, Kilkenny Castle and Gardens, Beara Peninsula, Cottage Garden in Stradbally

The picturesque South of Ireland is famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty. Encompassing the counties of Carlow, Cork, Kerry, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford, the South promises a wealth of variety whether you want to chow down on delectable local dishes, tee off on a lush coastal links or take some precious pampering time in a world-renowned spa.

The south is fast gaining a reputation as Ireland’s top gourmet spot. And with Farmers’ Markets  popping up all over the area, you should keep your eyes peeled for foods that have a well-deserved reputation for excellence, such as soda breads, smokehouse specialities, mouthwatering cheeses and an abundance of fresh fish and seafood! 

Each county offers up its own special magic. For pure indulgence, Kerry boasts a wealth of incredible spas; Cork replenishes the body with a plethora of critically acclaimed restaurants; while Waterford and Wexford are celebrated for their sun-warmed beaches and adorable coastal villages. 

Inland lie the vibrant counties of Kilkenny, Tipperary and Carlow with their ancient heritage, endless festivals, cracking pubs and peaceful riverways. Tipperary, in particular, rings out the land of the horse, as this is the soil where many of our racing thoroughbreds first found their feet! 

Ridiculously easy to get to by air or sea, throughout the South, you’ll be thrilled with endless opportunities for sightseeing, exceptional landscapes, great shopping, and some real gourmet delights, of course!
 

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The Shindig Traditional Music and Set Dance Festival Weekend

22 Jan 2010 - 24 Jan 2010

The 'Shindig' is a fun packed weekend of great Irish music, dancing singing, story telling and the occasional pint of Guinness. It...

Snowdrop Week at Altamont Gardens

08 Feb 2010 - 14 Feb 2010

Spring is in the air and what better place to witness it first hand than at Altamont Gardens who celebrate their eagerly awaited...

Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh

17 Feb 2010 - 21 Feb 2010

Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh is a traditional music school held in the Corca Dhuibhne Gaeltacht over 5 days, concentrating on teaching...

The Gathering Festival

24 Feb 2010 - 28 Feb 2010

A weekend of traditional music & dance with workshops, sessions, live shows and much more. Concerts and sessions will feature acts...

Enniscorthy 1500 Celebrations

06 Mar 2010 - 06 Mar 2010

During 2010, Enniscorthy Town Council plans to mark the 1,500th anniversary of the existence of Enniscorthy since it was founded...

Waterford Festival of Food

16 Apr 2010 - 18 Apr 2010

The Waterford Festival of Food is to take place in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford The Tempting aroma of the very best of locally...

Ballyhoura International Walking Festival

30 Apr 2010 - 03 May 2010

Ballyhoura’s International Walking Festival takes place annually over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Straddling parts of counties...

Heineken Kinsale Rugby Sevens by the Sea

01 May 2010 - 02 May 2010

International rugby seven a side competition. The Heineken Kinsale Sevens is the largest seven a side rugby competition in Europe....

Cork City Marathon

07 Jun 2010 - 07 Jun 2010

26.2 mile road race for individuals and for teams of up to 5 runners, making the event the marathon for everyone. Runners, joggers...

Cork Midsummer Festival

12 Jun 2010 - 27 Jun 2010

The 2010 Cork Midsummer Festival will explode into the city in June with 16 days and nights of music and mayhem. Running from 12th...

Wexford Strawberry Festival

25 Jun 2010 - 27 Jun 2010

The Strawberry Festival . Expect music, theatre, street entertainment, markets and many of the events traditionally associated...

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...

Cork Week

10 Jul 2010 - 16 Jul 2010

The amazingly competitive racing in the challenging waters, in, around and outside Cork Harbour is a magnet for sailors, while...

Kinsale Arts Week

10 Jul 2010 - 18 Jul 2010

The festival features a vibrant programme that includes visual art, music, dance, comedy, literature, film, theatre, children’s...

Beast of Ballyhoura

30 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

The Beast of Ballyhoura is a 28+ hour non stop adventure race designed to challenge top adventure racers and provide teams new to...

Cahersiveen Celtic Music Festival

31 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

This festival offers musical entertainment, art exhibitions, workshops in Irish music, dance and language, children's...

Kilkenny Arts Festival

06 Aug 2010 - 15 Aug 2010

Kilkenny Arts Festival - 6 to 15 August 2010. Kilkenny Arts Festival, is ten days of the best in music, art, theatre, craft, dance...

A Taste of West Cork Food Festival

13 Sep 2010 - 20 Sep 2010

Highlighting all that is good in West Cork food.

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Travel Offers

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CAHERNANE HOUSE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Our special weekend break includes two nights accommodation in a spacious room, full Irish breakfast and dinner in The Herbert...

The Farm Cottages - Sand Cottage - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

From €250. 3 night midweek self-catering break in one of the 3 bed detached cottages. One day mountain bike hire at Ballyhoura...

Pines Country House Hotel - LOYALTY

 

loyalty offer if you or your family stay at our hotel using this offer three times on seperate weeks you are entitled to 3 nights...

Cahernane House Hotel - 3 Nights for price of 2

 

3 Nights Bed and Full Irish Breakfast for the price of 2. Based on two people sharing. Must stay 3 nights to avail of offer

Sherwood Park House - 2 nights B and B

 

MIDWEEK/WEEKEND LEISURE: €75pps: 2 nights Bed & Breakfast.Ideal location for a romantic break with local attractions such as...

Glebe Country House - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Dog Holiday (bring your owner)! €140pps 2 B&B 1 dinner (owner). Dog treats for you. Be a pampered pooch,relax with your owner in...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

Sensation Spa Special - Enjoy Overnight Accommodation with Dinner at the award winning Kayne's Bistro located next door that...

OSHEAS HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a romantic Valentines Weekend break at O’ Shea's Hotel, ideally located in Tramore, Co. Waterford. This offer includes two...

Manor West Hotel Spa & Leisure Club - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a relaxing weekend break at the 4 Star Manor West Hotel Spa & Leisure Club. Ideally located on the outskirts of Tralee town...

KILLARNEY PARK HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

WEEKEND LEISURE BREAK: €240pps for 2 nights B&B with 1 evening meal. Enjoy two nights bed and breakfast with one evening meal for...

Kilcoran Lodge Hotel - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a weekend 2 bed and breakfast and one evening meal break. Kilcoran Lodge approximately 1 hour from Cork, Kilkenny, Limerick...

DROMHALL HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

2 Nights Deluxe Accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast each day plus Dinner on an Evening of Your Choice.Full use of the...

Athenaeum House Hotel - Romance Package

 

Something special for that someone special. Enjoy one night in one of our luxurious guest bedrooms with champagne and housemade...

WESTLODGE HOTEL - General Offer

 

Stay & Play for just €99.00 per person sharing.(includes bed & breakfast and Golf)Guaranteed Tee off times at Bantry Bay Golf...

FELS POINT - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy two nights accommodation with full Irish breakfast and a four-course table d'hote dinner on one evening of your choice in...

Garryvoe Hotel - Dinner, bed and breakfast

 

This 1 night special getaway includes dinner in our contemporary designed restaurant overlooking the Ocean

The Inish Beg Estate - The Lodge - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus 2 rounds of golf Enjoy 2 nights stay in a self-catering cottage on the private island...

FOLEYS TOWN HOUSE

 

For the month of November and December: special rate for double rooms or twin rooms or triple rooms: 50 euros per person sharing...

THE HEIGHTS HOTEL KILLARNEY - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

MIDWEEK BREAK: €75pps for 2 night midweek including B&B and one evening meal. 2 nights bed and breakfast and one evening meal on...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

One Nights Deluxe Accommodation with Full Breakfast each morning. Includes our NEW YEARS EVE EVENT; Champagne & Mulled Wine...

Mount Brandon Cottages - No.1 - 7 Days Self-Catering

 

WINTER RECESSION BUSTER: €355, 7 nights’ Stay including bottle of wine on arrival - quote "Recession Buster Offer".Family break...

The Brehon - General Offer

 

EXPERIENCE...LUXURY: From €65pps midweek B&B. Be amazed at The Brehon & Angsana Spa. Relax and unwind midweek with one night bed...

Seafield Golf and Spa Hotel - General Offer

 

SEAFIELD GOLFERS TONIC: €130.00 per person sharing; 1 B&B, 1 dinner, round of golf.1 night's bed & full Irish Breakfast; a...

THE CARLTON MILLRACE HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Euro 159.00 per person sharing for 2 Nights BB, 1 Dinner and 1 Hour Spa treatment.The above rate includes full access to our...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

Exceptional Offer. Enjoy 3 Nights Accommodation, Full Breakfast each morning and Dinner 1 Evening of your Choice at Kayne's Award...

FENNESSYS HOTEL

 

3 nights B&B E90 per person sharing

CLONMEL PARK HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Two Nights Bed & Breakfast with one 4 course evening meal at Howards Restaurant, free use of leisure centre, gym & ample free...

Kinsale Pottery & Arts Centre - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Crafty Hens Weekend: Get dirty at Kinsale Pottery with a three-hour craft class, full of fun, and take away a memento of your Hen...

The Farm Cottages - Rock Cottage - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

From €230. Two-night weekend self-catering break in one of the 3 bed detached cottages. One day mountain bike hire at Ballyhoura...

LAKE HOTEL

 

Midweek Dinner B&B Special

The Inish Beg Estate - The Boat House - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus sea kayaking Enjoy 2 nights stay in one of the properties at Inish Beg plus half day sea...

WESTLODGE HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy 2 Nights at the Westlodge Hotel & Leisure Centre, your rate includes Full Irish Breakfast with dinner on an evening of your...

GARRYVOE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

€145 pps Enjoy 2 nights bed and full Irish breakfast with 1 evening meal at the Garryvoe Hotel. Relax with refreshing walks on the...

Courtmacsherry Angling Ltd. - General Offer

 

Enjoy a day’s fishing from Courtmacsherry in West Cork. Special off season rates of €395 for exclusive charter for up to 12...

Churchtown House - Mid Week B/B

 

Stay any 2 nights mid week and get 3rd night at half price.. offer valid Monday through thursday up to 2oth October

The Inish Beg Estate - The Boat House - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus 2 rounds of golf Enjoy 2 nights stay in a self-catering cottage on the private island...

THE FITZWILTON - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

LEISURE CITY/MIDWEEK SPECIAL: €119pps, 2 nights B&B + 1D at the 4* Fitzwilton Hotel and get the 3rd night FREE.Enjoy 2 nights of...

The Farm Cottages - Billy's Cottage - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

From €250. 3 night midweek self-catering break in one of the 3 bed detached cottages. One day mountain bike hire at Ballyhoura...

KELLYS RESORT HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Spring/AutumnMidweek Offer Only!2 nights B&B, one Dinner, One hour spa treatment Free access to the thermal suite €242 p.p.Valid...

Foley's Townhouse - AUTUMN

 

SPECIAL OFFER: SUPERIOR DOUBLE OR TWIN ROOMS WITH JACUZZI BATHS ARE EUROS 60.00 PER PERSON PER NIGHT; STANDARD DOUBLE OR TWIN...

FELS POINT

 

3 Nights accommodation with full Irish breakfast and four course table d'hote dinner on one evening of your choice in Morels...

Dundrum House Hotel, Golf and Leisure Resort

 

Enjoy a short mid week golfing escape. Take advantage of 1 night Dinner, Bed & full Irish Breakfast plus 1 round of golf on our...

The Brehon - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

WINTER BREAKS AT THE BREHON: From €169pps for 2BB1D wonderful winter weekends at the Brehon. Take a break this winter and escape...

Pines Country House Hotel - 2BB 1D 1 ACTIVITY

 

2 NIGHTS B&B AND 1 4 COURSE MEAL, WITH A ACTIVITY OF YOUR CHOICE HORSE /PONY RIDING OR QUADBIKING THERE IS FUN FOR EVERYONE FREE...

The Inish Beg Estate - The Lodge - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus sea kayaking Enjoy 2 nights stay in one of the properties at Inish Beg plus half day sea...

Ring Of Kerry Hotel - 3 Nights & 2 Dinners

 

Enjoy 3 Nights at the Ring Of Kerry Hotel, a 23 bedroom boutique style property. Your rate includes Full Irish Breakfast with...

Stanville Lodge Hotel - Outdoor

 

Two nights bed and breakfast and one evening meal package includes either one hours horseriding at Shelmalier Stables or two and a...

DARBY O GILLS COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a weekend break, two nights bed and breakfast and one evening meal in this charming country house hotel within five minutes...

Walter Raleigh Hotel - Free Bottle of Wine

 

Enjoy a well deserved Family Break to East Cork. This offer includes a Complimentary Bottle of House Wine with your Evening

Hotel Kilkenny - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

CHRISTMAS RESIDENTIAL OFFERS: €349 pps. This 2 night package includes 2 nights B&B, dinner on the 24th and Christmas Day dinner on...

The Inish Beg Estate The Garden Retreat - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus sea kayaking Enjoy 2 nights stay in one of the properties at Inish Beg plus half day sea...

Stanville Lodge Hotel - GOLF BREAKS

 

Enjoy two nights bed and breakfast and one evening meal with a round of Golf at either St Helens Bay or Wexford Golf Club - O...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

2 Nights Deluxe Accommodation with Full Breakfast each morning. Includes our NEW YEARS EVE EVENT; Champagne & Mulled Wine...

KILKENNY RIVER COURT - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

WINTER MIDWEEK SPECIAL:€ 159 pps for 2 night midweek including B&B+1D, 1Lunch, massage or hot towel shave pp, 4pm C/O. (Sunday...

Riverside Hotel Killarney - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a relaxing break at the Riverside Hotel. This offer includes two nights accommodation, breakfast on each morning of your...

WEST CORK HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

WEST CORK GETAWAY BREAK: €94pps for 2 nights B&B + 1 dinner. Escape to West Cork and enjoy two nights B&B in one of the uniquely...

Channel View - General Offer

 

Enjoy 2 nights / 3 nights mid week break bed & breakfast in ensuite room overlooking the bay. Enjoy complimentary tea / coffee and...

Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa and Country Club - 3 B&B & 2 Dinners

 

FAMILY FUN: €259.00 p.p.s 3 Nights B & B & 2 Dinners.Enjoy three nights accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast and two dinners in...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy 2 nights Luxury Accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast each morning and a Four Course Table D hote Dinner In Checkers...

Nano Nagle Cottages- Cottage B - 5 + Nights

 

The Nano Nagle Centre is offering a five night stay including continental breakfast for €100 per adult (normal cost €150). This...

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CAHERNANE HOUSE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

CAHERNANE HOUSE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

Our special weekend break includes two nights accommodation in a spacious room, full Irish breakfast and dinner in The Herbert...

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The Blasket Islands are on the very edge of Europe and were inhabited until 1953 when persistent emigration of its young people meant only 22 inhabitants remained.