If there’s one place that epitomizes the mystery and magic of Ireland, it’s Charleville Castle, located in Tullamore, County Offaly. This neo-Gothic masterpiece of the XIXᵉ century, surrounded by dense forest and often shrouded in mist, is now one of … [...]
Belfast’s“Titanic Belfast Experience“, an attraction dedicated entirely to the Titanic liner, won the “Best Tourist Attraction in Europe” award at the weekend. The award ceremony took place at the World Travel Awards, a much-anticipated event that nominates the best tourist … [...]
The series is now one of Netflix's biggest hits of the moment! Rebellion, a 5-part series, deals with the Easter Rising of 1916, an Irish revolt against the British presence in Ireland. Directed by Colin Teenvan, the series is now available on Netflix France, and takes a fascinating look at this revolt, which was bloodily crushed by the English. [...]
INSOLITE - It may seem an astonishing find: a lump of butter over 2,000 years old was discovered by a farmer in Ireland this week! The latter was discovered in the Emlagh peat bog in the town of Drakerath, County Meath, north of Dublin City. [...]
VIDEO – Ireland is currently in peak basking shark season! Harmless to humans, these sharks usually spawn near the Irish coast between April and August. And although they’re harmless, their encounters with humans are always very impressive! And the kayakers … [...]
It has been eagerly awaited, and is now available in all good bookshops. "Thirteen Ways of Seeing is the latest novel from acclaimed author Colum McCann. A difficult novel, which took the author more than 5 years to write, and which is tragically inspired by a tragedy experienced by the writer himself. [...]
Fans of the Star Wars saga are in for a treat: a 300-strong film crew has reportedly been spotted filming the upcoming Episode 8 at Malin Head in Ireland. [...]
Northern Ireland is currently riding high on the release of the brand new season of the hit series "The Iron Throne" (Game of Thrones). Proud to be one of the main countries chosen for its filming locations, Northern Ireland has decided to mark the occasion by offering a new stamp for sale for each episode. [...]
Agnès Martin-Lugand's bestseller, "Les Gens heureux lisent et boivent du café" (Happy People Read and Drink Coffee), has apparently seduced Hollywood! The novel is soon to be adapted for the screen by American producer Harvey Weinstein, a film genius who is said to have produced "The King's Speech" and "The Artist". [...]