Volvo Ocean race to finish in Galway 2012
March 10th, 2010Galway has been picked for the finish of the 2011-2012 Volvo Ocean Race. More details to follow.
Good News for the Aran Islands
March 2nd, 2010With the difficult times that we live in it’s great to get some good news. Many Irish people are expected to holiday at home this year and the Aran Islands is expected to attract a significant number of home tourists.
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Tedfest 4 Inishmore Feb 25th-28th 2010
January 13th, 2010Tedfest 4
This Tedfest is gearing up to be the best yet.
A celebtation of all things Father Ted. Inishmore and Inisheer 2010
Sitting 1 takes place on Inishmore(Inis-Mor) fr0m Feb 25th to 28th
Sitting 2 takes place on Inisheer(Inis-Oir) from March 4th to the 7th
Tickets and full details from the Official Website
Shop on Inishmore with Mittens
January 11th, 2010Here follows the text of an email received recently.
Can anyone help this nice lady identify the shop?
“Hello
I wonder if you can help me. I came to Inishmor a couple of years ago and bought some beautiful wool mittens from a small shop on the island that appeared to specialise in a lot of lovely wool items such as jumpers, scarves, mittens, etc. The reason I ask is because I had my handbag stolen a couple of days ago with the mittens inside and I would dearly love to replace them. Would you happen to know the name of it and any contact information?
Many thanks”
Sarah
Seaplane plan for Aran islands.
January 10th, 2010From Gordon Deegan in the Irish Times.
Gordon writes that the promoter of a seaplane plan for the west is facing opposition. The plan by Harbourair Ireland involves planning applications to 3 local authorities for facilities at Galway, Inishmore and Lough Derg.
The opposition seems to be centered on Lough Derg with objectors claiming that birds will be put in danger.
A facility in Foynes Co. Limerick is also part of the plan.
Looks like the promotors may have a battle on their hands.
I’m sure the service will be welcomed on the Aran Islands and Kilronan is the location envisioned for landing facilities.
No objection have been made in Galway city or Inishmore. Decisions are due later this month. We wish the developers luck as any plan that makes the Islands more accessible has to be welcomed in these dificult times.
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