Blog https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/ Blog Sat, 07 Dec 2024 18:48:35 +0000 Discover the New 5km Trail in Ballyseedy Woods https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/ballyseedys-new-5km-trail-unveiled/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/ballyseedys-new-5km-trail-unveiled/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/ballyseedys-new-5km-trail-unveiled/ Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0100

As autumn paints the landscape with vibrant hues, we seized the chance to explore the new 5km trail that connects the stunning grounds of Ballygarry Estate to Ballyseedy Wood. This trail, designed to be accessible for all ages, meanders over two charming bridges across the River Lee and features

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Highlights of the Kerry International Film Festival 2024 https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/highlights-kerry-international-film-festival/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/highlights-kerry-international-film-festival/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/highlights-kerry-international-film-festival/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:00:00 +0100

The Kerry International Film Festival returns on October 17th - 20th. The KIFF programme for 2024 welcomes viewers of all ages with a range of screenings, Q&As, and events for all the family. While the festival has gained recognition internationally, it remains infused with a deep connection to

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The Countdown to Féile Thrá Lí - Tralee Streetfest https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-countdown-to-feile-thra-li-tralee-streetfest/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-countdown-to-feile-thra-li-tralee-streetfest/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-countdown-to-feile-thra-li-tralee-streetfest/ Wed, 07 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0100

A Spectacular Celebration of Free Family Fun and Entertainment in Tralee

The vibrant town of Tralee is set to come alive with the joyous sounds of music, laughter, and celebration as the second Féile Thrá Lí Street Fest returns from August 16th to August 20th, 2024. This year, the festival promises

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The Kerry Homecoming 2024 Launch at the GAA Northern Community Games in Manchester https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-kerry-homecoming-2024-launch-in-manchester/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-kerry-homecoming-2024-launch-in-manchester/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-kerry-homecoming-2024-launch-in-manchester/ Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0100

Are you coming home?

The Kerry Homecoming Festival launch was held on Saturday, June 8th last at a reception held in the Ireland Tent at the GAA Northern Community Games in Manchester. The Consul General of Ireland | North England, Sarah Mangan welcomed the Cathaoirleach of Kerry, Cllr Jim Finucane

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Discover Kerry for an Award-Winning Stay https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/discover-kerry-for-an-award-winning-stay/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/discover-kerry-for-an-award-winning-stay/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/discover-kerry-for-an-award-winning-stay/ Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Best Holiday County

Kerry is a much-loved destination that returning visitors enjoy year on year with Kerry voted as the Irish Independent Reader Travel Awards Best Holiday County.

From our awe-inspiring scenery shaped by the landscape to our warm welcome, Kerry has everything you could ask for in

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St. Brigid's Day | Imbolc 2024 https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/st-brigids-day-imbolc/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/st-brigids-day-imbolc/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/st-brigids-day-imbolc/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

All roads lead to Kerry for the February Bank Holiday Weekend - Friday 2nd to Monday 5th February 2024. This special Bank Holiday in Ireland celebrates St. Brigid, one of Ireland's patron saints, and is also centred around the pagan festival of Imbolc, marking the beginning of Spring.

Kerry is

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Cathy Kelly Explores Kerry on RTE's Ireland's Tracks & Trails https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/rte-irelands-tracks-trails/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/rte-irelands-tracks-trails/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/rte-irelands-tracks-trails/ Wed, 19 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Watch Irish Author Cathy Kelly walk the Dingle Way from Ventry to Dunquin and in Killarney National Park she follows a route from Torc Waterfall to Lord Brandon’s Cottage and back through the lakes to Ross Castle.

Originally broadcasted in 2022, this episode is part of Series 10 of the well loved

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Killarney Coffee Cup Project https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/killarney-coffee-cup-project/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/killarney-coffee-cup-project/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/killarney-coffee-cup-project/ Sat, 08 Jul 2023 22:00:00 +0100

Coffee shops and hotels of Killarney have joined forces to try and eradicate single use coffee cups. Since taking this step towards becoming Ireland’s first town to become single use coffee cup free, the local businesses have seen a very positive reaction from both locals as well as domestic and

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Try a Triathlon: Kerry’s Untapped Potential as a Sporting Destination. https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/try-a-triathlon-kerrys-untapped-potential-as-a-sporting-destination/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/try-a-triathlon-kerrys-untapped-potential-as-a-sporting-destination/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/try-a-triathlon-kerrys-untapped-potential-as-a-sporting-destination/ Tue, 11 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0100

Killarney native Alan Ryan has spent most of his adult life overseas, mostly in the U.K. and Asia. When it was time to come back to Ireland, he knew exactly what his home town was missing—a triathlon.

“I have always been interested in events like triathlons, especially while I was living abroad. I

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