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Ronan Menton - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Ronan Menton is currently living in Dublin, Ireland, but calls Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia his second home. He is associated in the web travel business in Ireland. Among his hobbies are mountain walking, squash and golf. He is only new to the online article writing scene, but is really enjoying "this new dimension to the net."
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- Festivals in Ennis
[Travel-and-Leisure] Ennis is a lovely, warm and friendly town even at the worst of times, but that's nothing compared to what it's like when there's a festival on! If you are fortunate enough to happen to be visiting during one of Ennis's many such celebrations, or if perhaps you even intentionally planned your visit to coincide with one of them, you will be thrilled with what you find. The Irish love a party, and Ennis is as Irish as they come, so if you want to see a festival done in truly Irish style, be sure to plan your stay in ...
- Where to Stay in Ennis
[Travel-and-Leisure] Ennis is a friendly town situated on the West Coast of Ireland. The town is ideally located between a number of tourist attractions on the West Coast of Ireland.
- The Pubs and Restaurants of Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure] If you're looking for a place to grab a bite to eat, then in Dingle you will find yourself spoiled for choice! There is a wide variety of restaurants and eateries in Dingle offering a whole assortment of delicacies both local and from farther a field.
- Sporting Activities in Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure] With such a beautiful, natural sweeping landscape as is offered on the Dingle Peninsula, it should come as no surprise to learn that outdoor sporting activities of all sorts are extremely popular with locals and tourists alike. Visitors will be modestly spoiled for choice...
- Getting Around in Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure] One of the beauties of the small town of Dingle, is that everything within the town limits is within easy reach. Indeed, if you were to drive around Dingle you would undoubtedly miss some of the unique charm that is Dingle.
- Family Attractions in Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure:Vacation-Rentals] If you have decided to come to Dingle not just on your own, or even as a couple or group of adults, but rather have chosen to make a family vacation out of it, then wonderful! Dingle is a lovely place with plenty of peaceful attractions, but it can also rise to the occasion of accommodating a young and boisterous family as well, if need be.
- Accommodation in Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure:Hotels-Accommodations] Ireland is known as the land of a thousand welcomes, and the reputation is well deserved. The Irish people are a warm, friendly and colourful lot, and if you come seeking shelter, you may be enchanted to find that in many communities the old time-honoured tradition of putting a guest up for the night and a small fee still stands true.
- Leisure Activities in Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure:Vacation-Rentals] If you have come to Ireland on vacation, it is not necessarily a given that you have come to relax! After all, a country with such a stellar array of activities designed to appeal to even the most active and sports minded of visitors does not assume that it is welcoming a tourist who is looking only to relax, particularly when so many of them work to cram as many activities into as short a time as possible, so as to make the most of their stay!
- Walks in Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure] What other country can boast so justly or so well of being a paradise for outdoors types, nature lovers and the walking enthusiasts of the world than Ireland? And what part of Ireland can better lay claim to its declaration that it is a walkers' paradise than the Dingle Peninsula?
- About the Town of Dingle
[Travel-and-Leisure] Backed by a breathtaking mountain range, visitors will find the town of Dingle nestled cosily in a comfortable, sheltered little harbour on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry of Ireland. There are only three main streets in this lovely little town, and a central population of just twelve hundred, although you will find that many people from the surrounding areas make the journey to town to take advantage of the greater amenities.
- Co Kerry - An Introduction
[Travel-and-Leisure] County Kerry is perhaps the most beautiful county in Ireland, with three main towns that each offer up a unique experience, Killarney, Tralee and Dingle.
- Dingle - An Introduction
[Travel-and-Leisure] Dingle is one of the main tourist attractions in Ireland. Situated in the South East of the country, the town rewards any visitor who makes the journey with an unforgettable taste of Ireland.
- Croke Park – Home of the Gaelic Athletic Association
[Travel-and-Leisure] Croke Park is the largest stadium in Ireland, and is home to the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA). The GAA is the largest sporting organization in Ireland and is responsible for the organization and running of all Gaelic Games (Gaelic Football, Hurling, Camogie, Handball and Rounders.)
- National Ploughing Championship – Ireland
[Travel-and-Leisure] The National Ploughing Championship is an annual event held in Ireland each year and is run by the national Ploughing Association of Ireland. While the competitive aspect of the championship revolves around ploughing, the championship is the largest agricultural event of the year.
- Museums in Dublin
[Travel-and-Leisure] Dublin is a city with a long and fascinating history and as such, it comes as no surprise that Dublin has more than its fair share of museums, libraries and galleries.
- The Ha'Penny Bridge
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Ha'Penny Bridge is one of Dublin's most famous landmarks. The bridge is a pedestrian crossing between Swifts Row and Wellington Quay. The bridge's official name is 'Liffey Bridge' but is known to everybody in Ireland as the Ha'Penny Bridge in memory of its toll.
- Transport 21-Infrastructure Development in Ireland
[News-and-Society:Economics] Transport 21 is an ambitious development plan aimed at improving national infrastructure in Ireland. The plan was launched by Minister for Transport, Martin Cullen, in 2005 and will be completed by 2015
- The Dublin Spire
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Dublin Spire was erected on O'Connell Street in 2003 to great excitement. The world's largest sculpture can be seen from all over Dublin and is 120 meters tall and stands on the site of the former Nelson's Pillar.
- The Irish Crown Jewels
[Travel-and-Leisure] A quick look at the mystery that is the Irish Crown Jewels.
- Dublin Castle: Past, Present and Future
[Travel-and-Leisure] A short look at Dublin Castle which dates back to the 12th Century and has served many interesting roles during Irish history.
- O'Connell Bridge, Dublin
[Travel-and-Leisure] A short look at O'Connell Street, both past and present.
- Lansdowne Road - Historic Stadium
[Travel-and-Leisure] A look at the history and future of Lansdowne road, one of the oldest stadiums in the world.
- Dalymount Park: Home of Irish Soccer
[Recreation-and-Sports:Soccer] A quick look at the history and future of Dalymount Park, the home of Irish soccer.
- Newgrange Passage Tomb
[Travel-and-Leisure] A short look at the magical Newgrange. Situated along the river Boyne, this site still sparks wonder and asks a lot more questions than it answers.
- Tara: The Seat of the High Kings
[Travel-and-Leisure] One of the great prehistoric sites in Ireland. While we do not yet know exactly what the site was used for, the views from this spot on a good day are breath taking.
- County Leitrim: Beauty and Character in One
[Travel-and-Leisure] A look at one of the more beautiful areas in Ireland.
- Dusseldorf: Gateway to the Rhine
[Travel-and-Leisure] With three ports on the banks of the Rhine, Dusseldorf is the gateway to the Rhine.
- Cork: The Rebel City
[Travel-and-Leisure] A quick look at Cork City, the second largest city in Ireland.
- Cannes: Welcome to the French Riviera
[Travel-and-Leisure] Cannes is a famous resort on the French Riviera. In this article...
- Auckland: A Multi Cultural Hot Pot
[Travel-and-Leisure] A short guide to Auckland.
- Antwerp: A Quick Guide
[Travel-and-Leisure] A quick guide to this wonderful city: The second biggest city in Belgium, Antwerp is located about 50km north of Brussels on the River Schelde, roughly 88km inland from the North Sea. Since the city lies within the Flemish part of Belgium, it is known unofficially as the capital of Flanders. This historical aspect of the local identity is taken quite seriously by the people of Antwerp.
- Manchester: A Quick Guide
[Travel-and-Leisure] A short guide to Manchester
- Guinness: A Dublin Legacy
[Travel-and-Leisure] Guinness is an Irish institution and if you visit any pub in Ireland you will see Guinness has pride of place at the bar. As stated in one of Guinness’s adverts, the perfect pint of Guinness takes 1:20.5 seconds.
- Shopping Centres in Dublin
[Travel-and-Leisure] A quick look at the 5 major shopping centers situated in the suburbs around Dublin.
- Dublin: 10 Things You Must See
[Travel-and-Leisure] This article is based on my experiences of living in Dublin. The following is a list of my top destinations for tourists visiting Dublin.
- Dublin: 10 Things You Must See (1-5)
[Travel-and-Leisure] A list of the top 10 things any visitor to Dublin should try and see. Much of the following is based on my experiences while living in Dublin.
- The Dublin Port Tunnel
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Dublin Port Tunnel is a massive project which will hopefully improve the quality of life in Dublin. It has its doubters, and this article will hopefully give equal credence to both sides of the argument.
- Dublin Airport: The Future
[Travel-and-Leisure:Aviation-Airplanes] A short look at the future of Dublin Airport and the possible construction of terminals 2 and 3.
- Dublin Airport: The Present
[Travel-and-Leisure:Aviation-Airplanes] A look at Dublin Airport in its current situation
- Dublin Airport: Past
[Travel-and-Leisure:Aviation-Airplanes] A look at the history of Dublin Airport from 1940 to present day
- Mountain Walking in Ireland
[Health-and-Fitness] This is an informative piece based on first hand knowledge. There are plenty of great resources on the web for mountain climbing in Ireland, this is only an introduction.
- Google: Products and By Products
[Internet-and-Businesses-Online] A look at a small number of the products Google is launching, from Google Earth to Gmail and Google Calendar.
- Galway City: What You Should Know
[Travel-and-Leisure] A general look at Galway City, Ireland. From history to culture and night life.
- Kuala Lumpur – 10 Things You Must See
[Travel-and-Leisure] This is my list of 10 things you must do during any visit to Kuala Lumpur
- The Twin Towers - Kuala Lumpur
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Twin Towers are unavoidable in Kuala Lumpur and really are a sight to behold. While constructed using only concrete, they have a metal finish which reflects both natural light and the spectacular nigh links on the Twin Towers themselves.
- The Dingle Peninsula, Ireland
[Travel-and-Leisure] Dingle is a fantastic place to visit if you are in Ireland for holidays. Here you will enjoy Irish culture along side the stunning beauty of the Dingle Peninsula.
- Sentral Station, Kuala Lumpur
[Travel-and-Leisure] This is the hub of all types of rail, light rail and mono rail transport in Kuala Lumpur. If you are planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur, you are more than likely to pass through her a number of times. This is a short guide to help tourists get the most out of Sentral Station.
- Melbourne: A City of Character
[Travel-and-Leisure] This article is inspired by the time I have spent in Melbourne.
- KLIA to Kuala Lumpur Railway System
[Travel-and-Leisure] This article is written to advise people traveling to Kuala Lumpur how to make it from the airport to the city center. This is a trip I have made many times, and all of this knowledge and advice should come in very handy.
- Information About Rental a Car in Ireland
[Travel-and-Leisure] This is information that could be useful to anybody looking to rent a car in Ireland. It deals with road usage issues in Ireland and also the various options available to the renter in terms of locations and vehicle range.
- Genting Highlands - "City of Entertainment"
[Travel-and-Leisure] I have visited the Genting Highlands a number of times while in Kuala Lumpur. It is a spectacular drive and an ideal location for a bit of fun on some roller coasters or other rides. If you are visiting Genting, make sure you bring jumpers as the temperatures can be cool at times.
- Cork City - A City With History
[Travel-and-Leisure] Living in Ireland, and having visited Cork many times, I thought I would share my view on the Rebel County.
- Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
[Travel-and-Leisure] This is a lively area for the party goers of Kuala Lumpur, but also a popular destination for getting something to eat where you have many choices of food to choose from.
- A Guide to Bukit Bintang - The Center of Kuala Lumpur
[Travel-and-Leisure] A guide to Bukit Bintang. I spend a couple of months each year in Malaysia and my love for this city got me writing about it.
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