The time when considering marriage is on your heels again and it's not just the 14th of February for the perfect proposal.
It is all about the right time and place. Belfast has been described as one of the most romantic cities in Europe. Ok, it's not Paris but there are traits in Northern Ireland that inspire and provide a real thrill when out and about.
We have some great suggestions and ...More
Valentines in Belfast – Romance
The time when considering marriage is on your heels again and it's not just the 14th of February for the perfect proposal. It is all about the right time and place. Belfast has been described as one of the most romantic cities in Europe. Ok, it's not Paris but there are traits in Northern Ireland that inspire and provide a real thrill when out and about. We have some great suggestions and offers so come back every Friday or register for the newsletter. Or leave some comments to suggest anywhere you have already tried.
John Hewitt Pub
Located in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, The John Hewitt opened its doors in December 1999 after great efforts from the local community to establish a charitable pub. The bar is unique in its ownership as it is owned by The Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre. The Resource Centre's managers had always relied on various grants to fund its work. In the 1995 Jimmy Hawk came up with the idea of generating their own funds by going into business. The chosen business was a pub and why not a pub. John Hewitt, the late poet, socialist and Freeman of Belfast officially opened the Resource Centre on Mayday ...
2009 Christmas Approaches Fast – Belfast
Northern Ireland boasts many shopping centres worthy of a shopping trip and what isn't a good time to shop if Christmas ins't. 2009 is fast drawing to a close but before it's 2010 lets enjoy the festive season ahead. If you managed to secure a £2 flight from BMI baby then it's good news all round. Belfast's shopping centre is packed at the best of times so Christmas shopping isn't going to be any less of a hustle and bustle. Places to Stay
Last Minute Accommodation
Nothern Ireland discovered recently contacted the Official Discover Ireland tourist board to offer support of via our accommodation booking systems. The response was fantastic and we have now implemented live real time accommodation booking for hotels in Belfast and hotels across Northern Ireland.
2009 Destination Northern Ireland
The economic downturn across Europe makes holidaying at home more and more attractive, not to mention being Green. No pun intended. The emerald isle is a mysterious place. It's full of magical places to explore. Nothern Ireland is truly a place to discover during 2009.
Where to Stay in County Antrim
Who would stay in a place like this! "Traffic-choked", "tacky" and "charmless". Just a few of the less than complimentary words used in a new travel guide to describe three of Ireland's best known towns. The latest edition of the Lonely Planet says Newcastle in County Down is "garish" whilst Larne in County Antrim is "lacking in charm". It adds that Bundoran, on the southern shore of Donegal Bay, is "one of Ireland's tackiest holiday resorts". Mourne country.... but Newcastle is described as "garish" But the guide, which is renowned for being brusque, gives a favourable mention to the cities of Belfast, Londonderry and Dublin. ...
Tourist info Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's beauty is intertwined with tragic history, rich culture and the renowned friendliness of its people. The wild craggy mountains, splendid lakes and sweeping coastline make it an ideal playground for watersports enthusiasts, walkers, cyclists, hikers, rock climbers and sailors. But there are lots of things to keep those after a dose of culture enthralled, too. From boisterous oyster festivals to authentic horse fairs, and from ancient castles to elegant country houses, this spectacular part of Ireland is packed with things to do. The six counties of Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone are just waiting to be explored. Discover great deals on accommodation in ...
Hotel is planned for City Airport
Hotel is planned for City Airport The BBC has learned there are plans to build a hotel at Belfast City Airport. It follows news that the airport is also considering an extension to its runway. It is understood the airport wants to build a hotel close to the terminal building, possibly on the site of the short stay car park. The project is still on the drawing board, with a planning application not yet submitted. An official announcement is expected after Christmas. The airport's plans for expansion are currently the subject of a judicial review. Local residents' groups have gone to court to oppose plans to increase passenger numbers. The airport expects to ...
Short Breaks Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Short Breaks launched a campaign; Short Breaks Campaign 2006-2007 The new short breaks brochure for 2006/2007 has just been launched and alongside our dedicated short breaks website “ www.discovernorthernireland.com/shortbreaks it will act as the main fulfillment piece for all of our marketing activity over the coming months. We would like to hear any comments from those of you who were targeted! Target Audiences In both our key markets of Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland our marketing campaigns will target the following audiences who have been shown to have a higher propensity to take short breaks. Session Breakers: Northern Ireland Discovered is an independent online ...
Known as the Old Kingdom of Tyrone
Travelling west from Belfast the M2, to the north, takes you through the Sperrin Mountains, which are a breathtakingly beautiful sight, whilst the M1 will take you to the wild, windswept moors of County Tyrone, which are equally magnificent. The Sperrins offers every outdoor pursuit and recreational activity imaginable, including angling, cycling, horse riding, walking, golfing, parachuting and micro-light flying adventures and water sports. It's absolute heaven for enthusiasts' of outdoor activities. This region is located in the centre of Northern Ireland, stretching from the Western shoreline of 'that noble sheet of water' Lough Neagh to the Tyrone/Donegal Border and is recognised as ...
The time when considering marriage is on your heels again and it's not just the 14th of February for the perfect proposal.
It is all about the right time and place. Belfast has been described as one of the most romantic cities in Europe. Ok, it's not Paris but there are traits in Northern Ireland that inspire and provide a real thrill when out and about.
We have some great suggestions and ...More
Northern Ireland boasts many shopping centres worthy of a shopping trip and what isn't a good time to shop if Christmas ins't. 2009 is fast drawing to a close but before it's 2010 lets enjoy the festive season ahead.
If you managed to secure a £2 flight from BMI baby then it's good news all round.
Belfast's shopping centre is packed at the best of times so Christmas shopping isn't going to ...More
Nothern Ireland discovered recently contacted the Official Discover Ireland tourist board to offer support of via our accommodation booking systems. The response was fantastic and we have now implemented live real time accommodation booking for hotels in Belfast and hotels across Northern Ireland.
More
The economic downturn across Europe makes holidaying at home more and more attractive, not to mention being Green. No pun intended. The emerald isle is a mysterious place. It's full of magical places to explore.
Nothern Ireland is truly a place to discover during 2009. More
Who would stay in a place like this!
"Traffic-choked", "tacky" and "charmless". Just a few of the less than
complimentary words used in a new travel guide to describe three of
Ireland's best known towns.
The latest edition of the Lonely Planet says Newcastle in County Down is
"garish" whilst Larne in County Antrim is "lacking in charm".
It adds that Bundoran, on the southern shore of Donegal Bay, is "one of
Ireland's tackiest ...More
Northern Ireland's beauty is intertwined with tragic history, rich
culture and the renowned friendliness of its people.
The wild craggy mountains, splendid lakes and sweeping coastline make it
an ideal playground for watersports enthusiasts, walkers, cyclists,
hikers, rock climbers and sailors.
But there are lots of things to keep those after a dose of culture
enthralled, too. From boisterous oyster festivals to authentic horse
fairs, and from ancient castles to elegant country houses, this
spectacular part ...More
Hotel is planned for City Airport
The BBC has learned there are plans to build a hotel at Belfast City
Airport.
It follows news that the airport is also considering an extension to its
runway.
It is understood the airport wants to build a hotel close to the
terminal building, possibly on the site of the short stay car park.
The project is still on the drawing board, with a planning application
not yet submitted. An official announcement ...More
Northern Ireland Short Breaks launched a campaign;
Short Breaks Campaign 2006-2007
The new short breaks brochure for 2006/2007 has just been launched and alongside our dedicated short breaks website “ www.discovernorthernireland.com/shortbreaks it will act as the main fulfillment piece for all of our marketing activity over the coming months.
We would like to hear any comments from those of you who were targeted!
Target Audiences
In both our key markets of Northern Ireland and Republic ...More
