Northern Ireland

Some of Ireland’s most luxurious accommodation and finest foods are to be found throughout the many extravagant country houses on the island. Great food, spectacular settings, timeless charm, Irish country houses really make for an ideal break, so if you are planning a weekend or midweek escape in the New Year, here are some suggestions Dunbrody House Located on the dramatic...

Standing on the first tee at the historic Ardglass Golf Club, the entire island of Ireland sits to your right. Aim for Sligo, I was told. Just don’t go left. The golf proved a mere distraction as the next four hours were filled with views of the rugged and beautiful coast line from every hole with the majesty of the...

One of Ireland's most famous hotels is celebrating its 50th anniversary - and how it withstood the Troubles to emerge as an iconic beacon of hope for Belfast. Whilst often referred to as ‘the world’s most bombed hotel’ - having been targeted 33 times due to its visibility as a landmark building - The Europa Hotel has been transformed into a...

Belfast 2024 celebrates the city’s creative culture Belfast is embarking on an ambitious cultural celebration in 2024 which will see the city come to life with creative projects, events and civic initiatives. Under the themes of Our People, Our Place and Our Planet, Belfast 2024 will present a year-long programme of exciting projects and events that will celebrate the city’s people,...

Northern Ireland’s dramatic Gobbins Cliff Path has reopened with new speciality tours adding a twist to the experience. The exhilarating cliff-top and below-sea-level Gobbins Cliff Path has been called the most dramatic coastal walk in Europe. Stretching for two miles along the spectacular County Antrim Causeway Coast, it skirts cliff edges, crosses tubular and suspension bridges, and winds its way up stone-carved staircases,...

By Karl Doyle After upwards of 200,000 punters turned up to 2019’s sold-out Open Golf Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland is firmly front and centre in golfers’ minds once again. While millions around the globe watched avidly as the finest players on the planet battled it out for the prestigious Claret Jug – bagged in impressive fashion by...

The Slieve Donard Resort & Spa in Newcastle, County Down has been named Northern Ireland’s Best Golf Hotel at this year's prestigious World Golf Awards. The hotel's neighbouring Royal County Down Golf Club picked up the award for Northern Ireland’s best golf course.Ireland picked up the accolade of Best Golf Destination in Europe. Now in its seventh year, the World Golf...

Some are used for affairs of State, others are must-sees on Ireland’s tourist travel, and many more converted into the living quarters for eccentric artists or American actors. And while scores remain in ruin along the coastal shores north and south of the island, many more have been converted into luxury hotels and guesthouses allowing visitors to step back...

For a romantic, classy and relaxing getaway with your Valentine, Hastings Hotels has a range of packages on offer.  Ranging from £150 per room (approx. €170), each of the Northern Ireland hotel group's six unique locations offer luxurious accommodation, delicious meals, fizz and a quirky touch of romance with their "Kiss me Quack" love duck. In addition, some packages offer late...

Tourism Ireland named global sponsor of new documentary film Millions to view ‘Ireland’ in IMAX and giant-screen theatres across the United States An exciting new giant-screen documentary film called Ireland will go on release in select IMAX and giant-screen theatres across the United States in February 2022. Narrated by Liam Neeson, the film has been produced by MacGillivray Freeman Films and will be...