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<p>From April to early October, up to 15,000 golfers, mostly Americans, played the iconic Old Course in Ballybunion at a cost of up to €350 per round. File picture</p>

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Ballybunion Golf Club took in a record €8m this year

Golf legend Tom Watson, who has a long association with Ballybunion, visited Kerry last week to inspect work on the Cushen Course he designed

<p>L-R, from Adare Manor: Dylan Leon, Director of Guest Experience; Cedric Riviére, Head Chocolatier; Sarah Ormstron, Marketing Director; Loughlin Druhan, Director of Culinary; Bronagh Wilkinson, Event Florist; Brendan O’Connor, General Manager. Pic: Brian Arthur</p>

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Adare Manor: The 12 steps to Christmas at a five-star hotel

<p>Artist Dorothy Cross pictured beside some of her works  at the Park Hotel in Kenmare, Co Kerry. Pic: Domnick Walsh</p>

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Art at The Park Hotel, Kenmare: The Tate Gallery of Ireland's hospitality world

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Irish castle breaks: keep the holiday magic alive with these 15 getaways

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An Irish welcome: Restaurant pro Declan Maxwell's revealing staycation

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15 cosy autumn escapes in Ireland

S 21 great Irish group rentals to enjoy with friends and family for all budgets

Grab your favourite people and check into one of these self-catering stays for an intimate and pocket-friendly group get-together with friends or family

Mon, 02 Sep, 2024

S Hotel review: This residents-only West Cork escape feels like exclusive luxury

This impeccably restored West Cork escape offers sublime breakfasts and makes for an aspirational Kinsale stay

Sun, 04 Aug, 2024

The best places to eat and experience near Croke Park for the final — and on the road back home

Navigate Croke Park’s neighbourhoods like a local with Sian Conway’s tips for great eating, drinking and activities nearby

Sun, 21 Jul, 2024

Letters to the Editor: The volume of tourists arriving at popular destinations must be managed

A reader with expertise in the area responds to Eoghan Corry's article in the 'Irish Examiner' about the growing global push back against 'overtourism'

Thu, 18 Jul, 2024

Eoghan Corry: Why tourists aren't that welcome any more

People in some of the world’s most-visited destinations are staging a backlash and saying no to 'overtourism'

Sat, 13 Jul, 2024

The Insider's Guide to Waterford: 55 things to see, do and experience — and the best places to stay

The Déise is a dazzling and diverse destination, writes Thom Breathnach

Mon, 08 Jul, 2024

melting Ice cream at Fistral beach, Newquay, Cornwall on a bright sunny June day.

50 free family days out in Ireland — and 12 worth shelling out for

Looking for ways to entertain the family without breaking the bank this summer? Ciara McQuillan has it figured out, so you don’t have to

Wed, 03 Jul, 2024

S Hotel review: What it's like to stay at Limerick's Adare Manor — a perfect 10

Impressive and opulent with wonderful staff, this luxurious hotel wants you to have fun while enjoying serious comfort

Mon, 01 Jul, 2024

'I quit my job four times': How one Irish woman is trying to tackle our problem with burnout

Rosanna Irwin gave up her high-flying career in tech to set up an off-the-grid nature retreat. Ciara Byrne checks in and chills out

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

An insider's guide to Galway: 60 things to experience — and the best beaches

Plan well to get the most out of the Tribal city and county, writes Yvonne Gordon

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

Harbor at the Coast of Dingle in Ireland

The insider's guide to North Kerry: 62 things to experience — plus reader recommendations

From cliff walks to castles, boutique B&Bs to cinnamon buns, Yvonne Gordon reveals some of the Kingdom’s finest draws

Sat, 22 Jun, 2024

The insider's guide to East Cork: 50 things to experience — plus unmissable seaside hotspots

"Local pillars and pioneers, such as Ballymaloe House, have inspired the food movement in a region now synonymous with it, while in more recent years resorts at Fota and Castlemartyr have brought a luxury cachet to the area."

Mon, 17 Jun, 2024

S The kingdom of South Kerry: 52 things to experience — plus your reader recommendations

From seafood to saunas and sunsets, Yvonne Gordon shares the Southern Kingdom’s secrets

Sat, 08 Jun, 2024

S Hotel review: This Burren hideaway may just be Ireland's coolest country house

Luxurious, cosy and boho, this chic Burren country house is the ultimate Irish hideaway.

Sun, 02 Jun, 2024

Emerald Park: Na Fianna Force is Ireland's new rollercoaster king

The Na Fianna Force brings a new standard for rollercoasters in Ireland, writes Caitríona Redmond

Sat, 25 May, 2024

S Hotel Review: Staunton's on the Green is good value in Georgian Dublin

"A boutique guesthouse on St Stephen's Green, check-in for the art collection and good value in the centre of Georgian Dublin"

Sun, 19 May, 2024

S Hotel review: The Gougane Barra Hotel has breathtaking views of an iconic West Cork landmark

"Peak West Cork hospitality in an iconic location, this historic Gaeltacht getaway is a destination property loaded with grá."

Sun, 12 May, 2024

S Let it grow: 15 Irish hideaways with glorious gardens

From wildflowers to woodlands, book an Irish escape wrapped in incredible Irish nature

Sat, 04 May, 2024

S Hotel Review: The Europe takes luxury up a notch in its stunning Killarney setting

Spacious, stylish and and utterly relaxing, The Europe showcases how five star extravagance can be charming and chill

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Girls' weekends away: 15 Irish destinations for you and the gang

Whether it’s a weekend of fun, pampering or something active, planning a perfect pals’ escape in Ireland couldn't be easier

Tue, 23 Apr, 2024

Here's why Cork people should holiday at Fota Wildlife Park

Act like a a visiting tourist and relish the many pleasures of Fota with none of the hassle of long journeys and travel, writes Vickie Maye

Sun, 07 Apr, 2024

S Hotel review: The Leinster is a new contender in Dublin 2

Fresh, fun and fizzing with style, The Leinster is here to shake up Dublin’s hotel (and dining) scene.

Sun, 07 Apr, 2024

S Hotel review: Westmeath's Glasson Lakehouse redefines the resort experience

"Press Up Group spotted the potential in this once non-descript golf hotel, snapping up an uninspiring property and transforming it into a cool, laidback, and stylish destination"

Sun, 24 Mar, 2024

S Hotel review: Faithlegg House marries trends and tradition

A period property with a pedigree, this Waterford four-star is deservedly one of the best getaway options for visitors to the Southeast.

Sun, 17 Mar, 2024

Family breaks in Cork: Biking in the Ballyhouras and discovering Doneraile House

An action-packed family road trip in the Hidden Heartlands ticks all the boxes for Esther N McCarthy

Sat, 16 Mar, 2024

Ballybunion Golf Club took in a record €8m this year

Adare Manor: The 12 steps to Christmas at a five-star hotel

Art at The Park Hotel, Kenmare: The Tate Gallery of Ireland's hospitality world

Irish castle breaks: keep the holiday magic alive with these 15 getaways

An Irish welcome: Restaurant pro Declan Maxwell's revealing staycation

15 cosy autumn escapes in Ireland

S 21 great Irish group rentals to enjoy with friends and family for all budgets

S Hotel review: This residents-only West Cork escape feels like exclusive luxury

The best places to eat and experience near Croke Park for the final — and on the road back home

Letters to the Editor: The volume of tourists arriving at popular destinations must be managed

Eoghan Corry: Why tourists aren't that welcome any more

The Insider's Guide to Waterford: 55 things to see, do and experience — and the best places to stay

50 free family days out in Ireland — and 12 worth shelling out for

S Hotel review: What it's like to stay at Limerick's Adare Manor — a perfect 10

'I quit my job four times': How one Irish woman is trying to tackle our problem with burnout

An insider's guide to Galway: 60 things to experience — and the best beaches

The insider's guide to North Kerry: 62 things to experience — plus reader recommendations

The insider's guide to East Cork: 50 things to experience — plus unmissable seaside hotspots

S The kingdom of South Kerry: 52 things to experience — plus your reader recommendations

S Hotel review: This Burren hideaway may just be Ireland's coolest country house

Emerald Park: Na Fianna Force is Ireland's new rollercoaster king

S Hotel Review: Staunton's on the Green is good value in Georgian Dublin

S Hotel review: The Gougane Barra Hotel has breathtaking views of an iconic West Cork landmark

S Let it grow: 15 Irish hideaways with glorious gardens

S Hotel Review: The Europe takes luxury up a notch in its stunning Killarney setting

Girls' weekends away: 15 Irish destinations for you and the gang

Here's why Cork people should holiday at Fota Wildlife Park

S Hotel review: The Leinster is a new contender in Dublin 2

S Hotel review: Westmeath's Glasson Lakehouse redefines the resort experience

S Hotel review: Faithlegg House marries trends and tradition

Family breaks in Cork: Biking in the Ballyhouras and discovering Doneraile House

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