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# the-gathering - Sunday 19 May, 2013
John Hinde: Nostalgic images are not just for Ireland
London and Amsterdam will see exhibition of shots from major landmarks around England and, of course, Ireland.
# the-gathering - Thursday 16 May, 2013
According to Jamie Heaslip, it’s the Irish and British Lions
The Ireland captain could be on to something.
# the-gathering - Wednesday 8 May, 2013
From Cork? You can now get your very own Cork-specific passport
It’s for Rebel Week, boi!
# the-gathering - Monday 6 May, 2013
2013 St Patrick’s Festival ‘worth €121 million to Irish economy’
That’s over twice as much as the 2010 festival.
# the-gathering - Monday 29 April, 2013
7.4pc more overseas tourists in first three months of The Gathering
CSO figures confirm a significant bump in tourist numbers from abroad in the first quarter of 2013.
# the-gathering - Thursday 25 April, 2013
6 reasons why you should jump at the chance to be in Riverdance
This July a world record Riverdance attempt will take place along the banks of the Liffey.
# the-gathering - Sunday 14 April, 2013
Column: So, we have recognised Tom Cruise’s Irish roots… where’s the harm in that?
Those who are cynical or opposed to the efforts of The Gathering should ask themselves why, says Larry Donnelly who questions what ignites such hostility to seemingly harmless endeavours like that of certificates of Irishness.
# the-gathering - Thursday 11 April, 2013
College offers online course in what it means to be Irish
Free open online course allows students here – and abroad – to explore Irish identity.
# the-gathering - Sunday 7 April, 2013
You know we had a ‘Gathering’ 60 years ago, right?
‘An Tóstal’ was organised in 1953 to encourage visitors to come to Ireland outside of the normal tourist season. And it gave us the Rose of Tralee.
# the-gathering - Saturday 6 April, 2013
‘Major celebration’ to mark the 30th anniversary of Fungie’s arrival
Dingle is to mark the 30th anniversary of the arrival of Fungie the dolphin with a weekend of festivities this month.
# the-gathering - Saturday 30 March, 2013
Tom Cruise is Irish now too
We’ve taken a look at the evidence before the star lands in Dublin next week.
# the-gathering - Wednesday 27 March, 2013
Increase in trips to Ireland ‘a positive start’ to the year
Latest figures from the CSO have shown that nearly 1.2 million people travelled to Ireland from December 2012 to February 2013.
# the-gathering - Sunday 24 March, 2013
Ireland is the 9th friendliest country in the world for tourists
Research by the World Economic Forum says we’re still among the most welcoming countries in the world for visitors.
# the-gathering - Saturday 16 March, 2013
Fianna Fáil criticises Tánaiste for ‘snubbing’ men-only dinner in Georgia
Eamon Gilmore will not be stopping in the US city of Savannah to celebrate St Patrick’s Day, avoiding a men-only dinner that is being planned by the Hibernian Society which the Taoiseach sent a personal message to last year.
# the-gathering - Friday 15 March, 2013
Column: So you want to set up a festival? Here’s what you should know…
Festivals and events can bring much-needed tourism to a town, village or region, generating substantial economic and socio-cultural benefits. Feargus Dunne advises on how to organise one.
Prince William and Prince Harry had an Irish cousin
The discovery was made by researchers looking at the Morpeth Roll, a fascinating and rare snapshot of pre-famine Ireland.
# the-gathering - Thursday 14 March, 2013
Forty years ago today…Liam Cosgrave became Taoiseach
Here he is now, aged 92.
President’s St Patrick’s Day message: ‘It’s time to reflect on our shared past’
Michael D Higgins says it is a time to reflect on our shared past, celebrate Ireland’s unique culture and heritage, and show our gratitude to all those who have been of assistance to Irish people at home and abroad.
# the-gathering - Friday 8 March, 2013
Dublin hotel prices ‘up 174 per cent’ for St Patrick’s Day
Hotel search website Trivago says the average hotel room for Saturday week will cost €287 – up from the usual €105.
# the-gathering - Wednesday 6 March, 2013
PHOTOS: President and pals prepare for Patrick’s Day broadcast
The Script, Bono, Christy Moore and Seamus Heaney will be among the artists performing on ‘Glaoch’ on March 17.
27 Irish landmarks going green for St Patrick’s Festival
Castles, memorials and at least one Government department will get the green light from 14 to 18 March.
# the-gathering - Sunday 3 March, 2013
Hoteliers call for greater action to attract tourists from Britain
The Irish Hotels Federation issues demands to ‘reinvigorate’ tourism marketing, after the number of British visitors fell in 2012.
# the-gathering - Wednesday 27 February, 2013
North America ‘key to tourism growth’ as trips to Ireland up by 50,000
Latest figures from the CSO have shown that nearly 1.25 million people travelled to Ireland from November 2012 to January 2013.
# the-gathering - Saturday 16 February, 2013
5 off-the-beaten track places in Ireland you really should visit
There is no entry fee to any of these sites – so what are you waiting for?
# the-gathering - Wednesday 13 February, 2013
Cork towns and homes asked to host… marching bands
Towns and districts of Cork are being asked to host one marching band in their locality during Rebel Week.
# the-gathering - Tuesday 12 February, 2013
Major increase in number of American users of AA route planner
AA Ireland reckons increased use of its online journey planner is a good sign for The Gathering…
# the-gathering - Monday 4 February, 2013
Tourism Ireland aims to get more Russians to visit here
Trade mission lands in Moscow and St Petersburg to raise awareness of island’s attractions to the 24 million Russians who travel abroad annually.
Column: The Gathering should be encouraged, not belittled and criticised
This initiative is taking tourism away from the bureaucrats and returning it to the people on the ground, writes John Verling.
# the-gathering - Saturday 2 February, 2013
Here is the week’s news… skewed
Breaking via The Mire wire: Irish phrases that could confuses visitors for The Gathering, Clare Daly’s ‘house’ measure, and disoriented man could be member of government…
# the-gathering - Thursday 31 January, 2013
Poll: Are you getting involved in The Gathering?
It’s the government scheme aimed at encouraging you to invite relatives home and organise events celebrating Irish culture, but are you getting involved?
Oireachtas agenda: HSE board, translating laws and Greece’s bailout
TDs will continue debating legislation to abolish the board of the HSE in the Dáil this afternoon.
# the-gathering - Sunday 20 January, 2013
National Library to hold class to help people trace their family tree
Ever wanted to trace your family tree? The National Library of Ireland will be showing people how to do it.
# the-gathering - Friday 18 January, 2013
Tourism Ireland wants to increase American tourist numbers by 20 per cent
More than one million Americans are expected to visit Ireland this year, spending more than $1 billion – and Tourism Ireland wants to see this increase even more.
# the-gathering - Thursday 17 January, 2013
Great expectations ‘part and parcel’ of winning, says Joe Canning
The Galway man says the county will expect more of the same from Anthony Cunningham’s outfit this season after last year’s run to September.
# the-gathering - Saturday 12 January, 2013
This is the week’s news… skewed
Breaking via The Mire wire: Tinfoil hats to protect against interweb; abortion floodgates ‘like Guinness at The Gathering’; James Reilly a mystery to the Troika.
# the-gathering - Friday 11 January, 2013
LISTEN: The Gathering’s theme song* has arrived
No comment. (*Unofficial)
# the-gathering - Wednesday 9 January, 2013
Increase in tourists in autumn, winter 2012
Visits from mainland Europe were up while the number of tourists coming from Britain declined.
# the-gathering - Tuesday 8 January, 2013
Barna in Connemara most popular with Irish holidaymakers in 2012
Abbeyleix, Woodenbridge and Ballina also so significant increases in online searches by Irish people.
# the-gathering - Monday 7 January, 2013
Poll: Will litter blackspots affect The Gathering?
IBAL has warned that litter blackspots could tarnish the Gathering ‘experience’, despite an improvement in littering overall in Ireland. What do you think?
# the-gathering - Wednesday 2 January, 2013
Leo Varadkar has a 20-point plan for 2013
The Minister for Transport wants five new Acts, a new road safety strategy, a Luas connection and an independent Shannon.
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