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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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Hawthorn Cottage - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

€180 three night midweek self-catering break. Guided walking tour of Killavullen Loop and maps for two self-guided walks in...

Lyrath Estate - General Offer

 

HAVE IT ALL AT LYRATH: €139 pps,1 B&B, 1 D & one 30 min Spa treatment each, also includes a €20 Lunch Food Voucher per person.Rate...

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...

CARRIG COUNTRY HOUSE

 

JOIN US IN CELEBRATING OUR GEORGINA CAMPBELL HIDEAWAY OF THE YEAR 2009 AWARD WITH OUR WONDERFUL AUTUMN VALUE ADDED PACKAGE YOU...

Pines Country House Hotel - weekend maddness

 

weekend maddness 4 nights B&B 4 X 4 COURSE MEAL AND YOU ONLY PAY FOR 3 NIGHTS B& B THIS IS ONLY TO BE GOT AT THE PINES PLEASE NOTE...

WEST CORK HOTEL - Weekend 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...

Cullintra House - General Offer

 

HEAVENLY CHRISTMAS HIDEAWAY €300pps, 4 nights bed & breakfast & a five course candlelight dinner each evening, plus tea and coffee...

The Inish Beg Estate - The Courtyard Cottages - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus visit to Heritage Centre & Escorted Heritage Tour* Enjoy 2 nights stay in a self catering...

Glebe Farmhouse - 2 nights B and B

 

Glebe Farmhouse is a comfortable farmhouse in a quiet scenic area, situated 1km off Killarney-Tralee Rd, route N22, 5kms from...

RAHEEN HOUSE HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

MIDWEEK SPECIAL: €45.00 pps - Bed & Breakfast.: €105.00 pps - 2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner. Children under 12 sharing, Meal Charge...

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...

Hawthorn Cottage - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

€160 two-night weekend self-catering break. Guided walking tour of Killavullen Loop and maps for two self-guided walks in...

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

 

FANTASTIC MIDWEEK OFFER: €79 PPS of 2 nights B&B + dinner on one night .up to 2 children under 12 can stay free and just pay for...

Tower Hotel and Leisure Centre - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

WEEKEND LEISURE BREAK: €75.00pps for 2 nights B&B and dinner on one evening. Rate subject to availability.€75.00 for two nights...

Ambassador Hotel & Health Club - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

MIDWEEK LEISURE BREAK: €99pps 2 nights B&B plus 1 evening meal. Rest & relax at the 4* Ambassador Hotel. Enjoy 2 nights luxury...

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...

Manor West Hotel Spa & Leisure Club - Mid-Week 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...

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...

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...

Seafield Golf and Spa Hotel - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

MIDWEEK SPECIAL: €45 pps for 1 night B&B, unlimited access to Thermal Suites at Oceo Spa. (Sunday -Thursday)

Garryvoe Hotel - Midweek 3 nights B&B+2DNR

 

Enjoy a relaxing midweek break in beautiful east Cork, overlooking Ballycotton Bay, full Irish breakfast each morming and dinner...

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

 

WINTER WEEKEND BREAK: From €145pps for 2BB1D. Enjoy a winter weekend break for 2 nights B&B and one evening meal in a woodland...

Cliff House Hotel - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

2 nights B & B1x 3 course evening meal in the BarFull Body Massage OR Voya Reviver Facial Complimentary use of 15mt swimming pool,...

ATHENAEUM HOUSE HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Luxuriate for two nights including breakfast in an Executive Guest Bedroom with candlelit dinner for two in Zaks restaurant on the...

ASHFIELD - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

€180. Three-night midweek self-catering break. Maps for self-guided walks in the Fermoy area of Blackwater Valley. Based on four...

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 Malton - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Two night stay €340.00 includes: Accommodation in a deluxe bedroom, breakfast each morning and evening meal on one evening of your...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

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

Sheen Falls Lodge

 

This package includes overnight bed and breakfast in a luxurious Deluxe room with full Irish breakfast with a complimentary 30...

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

 

Enjoy a midweek break with two nights bed and breakfast with one dinner at this historic hotel overlooking Cork harbour. Indoor...

Rochestown Park Hotel - Weekend 2B&B 1Dinner

 

2 nights Bed & Breakfast with dinner on 1 evening

Vienna Woods Hotel - Fitzgerald Group celebrating 25 years in Business

 

An offer which only happens once every 25 years!!! We are delighted to announce that we are offering B&B every Sunday night for as...

ASHFIELD - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

€160. Two night weekend self-catering break. Maps for self-guided walks in the Fermoy area of Blackwater Valley. Based on four...

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...

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

 

2 nights stay at Inish Beg Estate plus ferry trips to both Cape Clear and Sherkin islands Enjoy 2 nights stay in one of the...

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...

Achill House - 3 nights B&B midweek

 

3 nights midweek special - Bed and breakfast in our luxurious guesthouse.

St Anthonys Lodge - 3 nights B and B

 

Enjoy a three night stay at Saint Anthony's Lodge, Killarney. Offer includes three nights accommodation and breakfast on each...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

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

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

 

FANTASTIC WEEKEND OFFER: €89 p.p.s. 2 Nights B&B +1 Dinner .Up to 2 Children Under 12 Can Stay Free and just pay for breakfast at...

GLEANN FIA COUNTRY HOUSE - 3 nights B and B

 

Why not take a relaxing break at Gleann Fia Country House, located only two kilometres from Killarney. Ideal base for sightseeing....

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

 

2 Nights Bed&Breakfast, 1 dinner package

Seafield Golf and Spa Hotel - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Girl Meets Joy: €199. 2 nights Bed & Breakfast, Dinner & a Signature Spa Treatment. Escape and unwind with the Girls in luxury at...

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

 

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

Pines Country House Hotel - 4 Night Midweek Break

 

4 Nights Bed and Full Irish Breakfast with Dinner Included on Each Evening.

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...

Castle Hotel - Midweek at The Castle Hotel

 

Spoil yourself with a midweek retreat to the market town of Macroom Cork...afternoon tea, pre-dinner swim........tempted?.....

WHITFORD HOUSE HOTEL HEALTH & LEISURE CLUB - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

MIDWEEK SPECIAL: €99pps 2 nights B&B +1 Dinner.Enjoy full Irish breakfast and gourmet dinner on one night of your choice in the...

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...

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...

Treacy's Hotel - Weekend 2 Night Break

 

Weekend Break. 2 Nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast with dinner on an evening of your choice.

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

 

€99.00 per Adult sharing Two Nights Bed & Breakfast and One Evening Dinner................€149.00 per Adult sharing: Three Nights...

LAKE HOTEL - 3 nights B and B

 

MIDWEEK WINTER BREAK: From €134pps for 3 nights B&B. Enjoy a midweek getaway at the Lake Hotel Killarney at a special rate of...

Cahernane House Hotel - 3 Nights for the Price of 2

 

Two nights Bed & Breakfast & get the Third Free. Offer is based on two people sharing in a Double \ Twin Room You Must stay a...

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

 

NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATIONS:€159.pps. 2 nights B&B + Dinner on one night up to 2 children under 12 can stay free and just pay for...

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...

WHITFORD HOUSE HOTEL HEALTH & LEISURE CLUB - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

MIDWEEK SUNDAY & MONDAY SPECIAL: €89pps Sun & Monday 2B&B +1 Dinner.Enjoy full Irish breakfast and gourmet dinner on one night of...

KATHLEENS COUNTRY HOUSE - 2 nights B and B

 

Golf Offer - 2 nights B&B + Golfing in Killarney from €150.Our 4 star Residence is truly A Golfer’s paradise Ideally located at...

The Farm Cottages - Rock 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...

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Hawthorn Cottage - 3 nights Self-Catering

Hawthorn Cottage - 3 nights Self-Catering

€180 three night midweek self-catering break. Guided walking tour of Killavullen Loop and maps for two self-guided walks in...

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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.