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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 area...

Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta

09 Jul 2009 - 12 Jul 2009

 

This is a bi-annual sailing event that has fast become one of the largest sailing events on the island of Ireland in only its...

Inisbiggle Island Festival

08 Aug 2009 - 09 Aug 2009

 

A yawl Race (unique boats to Achill) takes place, and also a mini fun marathon. On Sunday, there will be a welly-throwing...

 

 

 

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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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Sharkhunter
Sharkhunter

Boat Fishing competitions in recent years have seen up to 30 species...

Lough Derg Powerboat School
Lough Derg Powerboat School

We run a power boat and motor cruiser training courses. Courses vary...

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Clearwater House - 2 night short break B&B (Euro, pps)

Clearwater House - 2 night short break B&B (Euro, pps)

Offer from the Northern Ireland Tourist Board 2008 Short Breaks promotion. 2 night short break B&B (Euro, pps) - contact premises...

Did you know?

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