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Going abroad for major dental treatment from Ireland: how to do it and cut your bill in half
Tourism
You have to do your research with care - but the savings can be enormous
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Catherine Martin criticised for missing key EU gathering of ministers on sustainable tourism
Tourism
Ms Martin’s spokesman said the minister had prior engagements and couldn’t attend, so she sent an aide to the tourism sustainability declaration signing in Palma in her place
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Critically endangered species among 99 animal deaths at Dublin Zoo and Fota Wildlife Park last year
Dublin Zoo
An Amur tiger, two cheetahs, a male lion and a Rothschild's giraffe that broke its leg in a paddock were among the animals that died during 2022
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Outrage at fourth attack on iconic Molly Malone statue in three months - former Lord Mayor wants it moved
Dublin
Dublin City Council is liaising with gardai over the defacement which occurred this week.
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Irish comedian Sean Burke and Suzi Ruffell set for new Channel 4 travel series showcasing Ireland
Tourism
The three-part series, 'Stand Up Road Trip', sees the two comics road trip around Ireland to gather material for a last-minute stand-up gig in Limerick
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Irish fans in Bordeaux among those infected by serious toxin
Rugby World Cup 2023
A number of Irish people have contracted the rare disease known at botulism.
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Buskers in Killarney, Co Kerry could face fines or prosecution under new by-laws
Killarney
New by-laws have been introduced, capping playing time and the decibel level of amplifiers on the street
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Two popular tourist attractions to be investigated for 'paranormal activity'
Ghosts
A paranormal group is looking for permission to carry out investigations using temperature anomaly equipment
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Derry Girls and Bad Sisters stars fronting new ad campaign to bring more tourists to Ireland
Tourism
Tourism Ireland also announced they have a marketing budget of €78 million this year to bring more holidaymakers here
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Tourism boss fears visa waiver scheme 'could dissuade US travellers from visiting Northern Ireland'
Northern Ireland
Tourists who arrive in the Republic of Ireland may decide against travelling north to avoid the 'extra hassle factor' of having to secure an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
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Failte Ireland wants tourism accommodation being used for Ukrainian refugees come back into market 'as quickly as it can'
Failte Ireland
'The humanitarian response of the Government has taken a very significant proportion of the accommodation stock out of the tourism sector'
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Failte Ireland boss Paul Kelly suggested lack of affordable hotels at popular Irish tourist spots might be an opportunity to promote 'lesser-known destinations'
Tourism
He said the tourism agency would not have a 'better chance to spread the love' to lesser-visited counties like Carlow, Monaghan, Tipperary, Roscommon, and others
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Leo Varadkar warns war in Ukraine could mean increase in prices of flights across Europe
Tourism
Mr Varadkar suggested that the war in Ukraine will continue to have an impact on Irish tourism
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Tourism bosses feared 'rip-off Ireland' image after holidaymakers complain
Tourism
Online monitoring had found a steady level of complaints from visitors with 55 of 68 issues raised in a single week relating to costs
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The Burren crowned as Ireland's favourite holiday spot as top five destinations revealed
Tourism
It beat off competition from the likes of Achill in Mayo and the Giants Causeway in Antrim to come out on top from over 1,200 nominations
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Tourist in Ireland shocked at appearance of young Irish men as they 'all look the same'
Tourism
"Head is shaved really close around the sides and back with a poof of hair on top."
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'Don't mention leprechauns' - Irish people are loving the Pakistan embassy advice for anyone visiting here
Tourism
The brilliant list manages to capture the sense of Ireland perfectly - from our love of GAA to our general ill feeling towards our nearest neighbours
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Irish couple on travelling around Europe after converting old Ford Transit
Tourism
Enda and Aileen renovated a van over the pandemic and are now wheeling across the continent
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Ukraine war blamed as Skellig Michael bookings slump
Kerry
Boat operators have noted an 'unusually quiet' start to the season
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Ireland named in top 10 safest countries to visit for first time ever
Tourism
The Republic’s lowest ever ranking was in 2011 when it was named in 16th place
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Minister says no concerns flagged over hotel capacity for tourists visiting Ireland in summer
Tourism
The Irish Mirror is aware of two separate cases where brides-to-be have had their wedding guests’ accommodation cancelled at short notice
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Including Offaly, Westmeath and Cavan in tourism marketing for Ireland's Ancient East 'stretched credibility' says review
Failte Ireland
Minutes of a board meeting heard how 'concern' had been raised over the Ireland’s Ancient East and how it was functioning
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These tourists came to Ireland and some of our best attractions - but absolutely hated it
Tourism
Ireland's nicest and world-renowned attractions will be buzzing with activity over the next few months
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Spain travel: The big Covid rule change that will make life easier for Irish tourists
Spain holidays
The move came into effect overnight and is a major boost for tourists looking to jet off to the likes of Malaga, Barcelona or Madrid in the next few weeks
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