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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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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...

Pines Country House Hotel - FAMILY ROOMS

 

OUR SPECIAL FAMILY ROOMS WE HAVE A TWIN ROOM SENARIO DOUBLE FOR PARENTS AND A JOINING DOOR LEADING TO A ROOM WITH 3 SINGLE BEDS TV...

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

 

2 NIGHT MIDWEEK CITY ESCAPE: €99pps, 2B&B & 1 evening meal.Enjoy 2 nights of boutique luxury in the Heart of Waterford City. A...

Parknasilla Resort - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Midweek Offer Only!2 night B&B, one Dinner, One hour spa treatment Free access to the thermal suiteValid until the end of 2009...

KENMARE BAY HOTEL - 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

RELAXATION BREAK: €155pps for 2 nights' B&B, 1 evening meal, glass of wine + 1 mini pamper treatment. Enjoy dinner in the Bay...

Garryvoe Hotel - SPECIAL 2 NIGHT BREAK

 

Enjoy miles of sandy beach and spectacular coastline directly across from the hotel during your 2 day break and dinner 1 evening....

BELLA VISTA HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy 2 nights bed and full Irish breakfast with dinner on an evening of your choice in Bella Vista Hotel. The East Cork Bird...

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...

KATHLEENS COUNTRY HOUSE - 2 nights B and B

 

Cycling Offer - 2 nights B&B + Cycling in Killarney National Park from €115.Relax, distress & Enjoy 1 day cycling through nearby...

Athenaeum House Hotel - 1Bed & Breakfast

 

Enjoy an Overnight Stay in one of our individually designed Guest Bedrooms inlcusive of Full Irish Breakfast

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

Glebe Farmhouse - 3 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...

IMPERIAL HOTEL WITH ESCAPE SALON AND SPA - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Girls Night InDescription: Enjoy a two night stay with full Irish Breakfast, Dinner on one evening in the Pembroke Restaurant and...

BLEACHFIELD HERITAGE AND HOLIDAY COTTAGES - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

WEEKEND SHORT BREAK: €275 per cottage, 3 nights self catering. Sleeps 6. Enjoy a short break in a luxury traditional style cottage...

Corrán Tuathail Guided Ascent - General Offer

 

Friday and Saturday nights guesthouse / B&B accommodation in the Gap of Dunloe / Beaufort area (10 mins from Killarney). Guided...

Trident - 3 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy 3 nights accommodation in one of the sea view guest rooms. Indulge in an extensive breakfast each morning including a cold...

COMMODORE HOTEL - 3 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

WEEKEND LEISURE BREAK: €129pps for 3 nights bed and breakfast + 1 dinner. Enjoy 3 nights bed and breakfast (until 11am...

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

 

MIDWEEK LEISURE BREAK: €79.00pps for 2 nights B&B and Dinner on one evening. Rate subject to Availability.(Sunday-Thursday)€79.00...

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...

River Valley Farmhouse - 3 nights B and B

 

Enjoy a relaxing break at River Valley Farmhouse, based in the scenic town of Killarney, County Kerry. Guests can enjoy three...

The Inish Beg Estate - The Foresters House - 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...

Riverside Hotel Killarney - 3 nights B and B

 

Enjoy a relaxing break at the Riverside Hotel in picturesque Killarney, a haven for sightseeing on the Ring of Kerry. This offer...

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...

INVERARAY FARM GUESTHOUSE

 

3 Nights Bed and Full Irish Breakfast with 2 Dinners Best Home -cooking Tastefully decorated ensuite rooms in a family home ,with...

RANDLES COURT CLARION HOTEL

 

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

Muskerry Arms - 1 B&B + 1 Dinner Midweek

 

1 Nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast with dinner on an evening of your choice.

BLEACHFIELD HERITAGE AND HOLIDAY COTTAGES - General Offer

 

MIDWEEK SHORT BREAK: €275 per cottage, 4 nights self catering. Sleeps 6. Enjoy a short break in a luxury traditional style cottage...

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...

Pines Country House Hotel - O A P

 

OAP SPECIAL 3 NIGHTS B&B 3 X 4 COURSE MEALS PER PERSON FOR OAP ONLY FULL USE OF GYM SAUNA STEAM KIDS PLAY AREA TRAMPOLINES BOUNCY...

The Inish Beg Estate - The Foresters House - 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...

Lyrath Estate - 2 nights B and B

 

ROMANTIC WEEKEND GETAWAY: €230 pps 2 nights weekend including B&B, champagne breakfast served to your room on Saturday.Begin your...

Channel View - General Offer

 

Enjoy 2 nights midweek break. Bed & breakfast in ensuite room for 2 or 3 people overlooking the bay. Enjoy complimentary tea /...

Channel View - General Offer

 

Enjoy two nights weekend break bed & breakfast in ensuite room for 2 overlooking the bay. Enjoy complimentary tea / coffee and...

FELS POINT - 2 nights B and B

 

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

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...

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...

The Malton - 2 nights B and B

 

Two day package available all year , your package includes:Two nights accomodation in a Junior Suite. Breakfast each morning and...

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...

LAKE HOTEL

 

3 nights B&B and one evning meal

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

 

Enjoy 2 nights bed and full Irish breakfast plus one evening meal in our Old Mill Restaurant which specialises in Irish and...

River Valley Farmhouse - 2 nights B and B

 

Enjoy a relaxing break at River Valley Farmhouse, based in the scenic town of Killarney, County Kerry. Guests can enjoy 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...

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)

LAKE HOTEL

 

3 Nights Bed & Breakfast + 1 Dinner on the evening of your choice.

FELS POINT

 

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

Cullintra House - General Offer

 

ROMANTIC COUNTRY HIDEAWAY: €225 pps, three nights bed & breakfast, & a five-course candlelight dinner each evening, plus tea and...

ISAACS APARTMENTS - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

APARTMENT LEISURE BREAK: €250 for 2 nights / €350 for 4 nights (accommodation only) in a 2 bedroom apartment. Sleeps 4 max. No...

Stanville Lodge Hotel - Midweek 2BB1D

 

Two Nights Bed & Breakfast with Dinner on One Evening in O Nuaills Bar or Bistro Offer does not include Evening Meal for...

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...

Nano Nagle Cottages- Cottage A - 5 + Nights

 

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

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...

CARRIG COUNTRY HOUSE

 

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

Ireland (Go-As-You-Please / Self-Drive Itinerary)

 

INCLUDES: Return economy class flights from Johannesburg to Dublin on Etihad * All pre-payable airport taxes and current fuel...

GORMAN'S CLIFFTOP HOUSE & RESTAURANT - 2 nights B and B

 

Enjoy a short festive break at Gorman's Clifftop Guesthouse and Resturant.This offer includes two nights accommodation and...

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 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...

Europe Hotel and Resort - 2 nights B and B

 

Enjoy 2 Nights of Luxury in a Superior Lakeview Room, Full Breakfast Buffet each morning and 1 A La Carte Evening Meal during your...

Dundrum House Hotel, Golf and Leisure Resort - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Escape on a relaxing weekend break comprising of two nights Bed & Irish Country Breakfast,and dinner on an evening of your choice....

CASEYS HOTEL - 3 nights B and B

 

Autumn special. 3 nights B&B €90 pp. Subject to availability. Excluding October Bank Holiday weekend.

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

 

Enjoy a midweek break including two nights bed and breakfast and one evening meal at the Grand Hotel, ideally located overlooking...

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St Anthonys Lodge - 3 nights B and B

St Anthonys Lodge - 3 nights B and B

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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.