As Fáilte Ireland launches its “Keep Discovering” Campaign, Athlone is ready and waiting for its time to truly shine…

  Thank crunchy it’s Spring! January seemed like 3 months long and February was a blur of back to back weather warnings and storms named after your cousin Ciara and Uncle Dennis! We’re afraid to jinx it, but it feels like Spring is finally here! The days are getting longer,…

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Spring Time Adventures for those Longer Days

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This spring the heart of Ireland is offering Adventure, Excelleration, and New Discoveries. Spring brings a new start, fresh travel ideas and longer days to make those ideas a reality. Why not find out for yourself the amazing adventures you, your other half, your friends, and your family can take.…

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15 Fantastic Things to do this Easter in Athlone 2018

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Easter marks the start of spring, and the clocks go forward 1 hour on 25th March. So, we can look forward to longer brighter days, fresh cut grass and beautiful morning choruses from our native Irish birds. And here are 15 fantastic things you can do, see and sample this…

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Ireland’s Sacred Centre: Mythology, Mystery & History

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  If you’re looking for something different or something that will give you that wow factor during your stay at Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone then go to Ireland’s sacred centre,  the Hill of Uisneach. Mythology, mystery and history shroud this once incredibly vibrant sacred site. Learn of the Sun…

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Summer Fun by the Bay

This July & August dive into fun with 5 things you have to do while visiting the heart of Ireland. Bring your summer bucket list to life at the Bay! Summer fun is around the corner. Let’s take out the sunscreen, sun hats and shorts. And in true Irish style, we…

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