Ireland Wins Best Destination in Europe for 12th Straight Year!

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Ireland has won a major travel award in the U.S. – Best Destination in Europe – for the 12th year in a row, reaffirming Ireland’s appeal here in the U. S. among American travelers. The award was presented to Tourism Ireland at the 23rd annual Travel Weekly Readers’ Choice Awards in New York. Pictured above:…

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Greetings

Ballygally Castle Hotel

We love Christmas and all its trimmings, from twinkling lights and tree ornaments, sweet aromas of cakes and spices from the kitchen to the swells of conversation and laughter as family and friends gather.  Whether you are a lifelong resident or an intrepid traveler passing through, you’ll agree that Christmas in New England and in…

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Boston’s Cool Winter Frostival

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Winter in Boston just got cooler, thanks to Meet Boston’s inaugural Frostival – a dynamic lineup of winter events and activities from November through February 2026. Frostival is designed to transform and reimagine winter in Boston, taking the iconic seasonal experiences that the city is known for – holiday lights, ice skating, tree lightings, games…

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Ireland – A Land for All Seasons

Dunluce Castle Co. Antrim

Any day of the week, any month of the year, any season you choose, Ireland offers you an inviting, engaging and meaningful adventure that you won’t soon forget. This island of 32 counties and four provinces has been a year-round destination forever.  It’s easy to get to, certainly from Boston’s Logan International Airport, but really,…

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Irish Cliffhangers

Sliabh Liag Slieve League Carrick Co. Donegal

As an ancient island weathering the might of the Atlantic Ocean, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea for millennium, Ireland has some of the most dramatic cliffs anywhere in the world!  Shorn by weather, wind and water and also by human intervention, visitors marvel at these powerful land masses jutting into the water and…

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Movie Locations

Four Letters of Love

Four Letters of Love Originally published in 1997 and translated into more than 30 languages, Niall Williams’ beloved novel “Four Letters of Love” can now be seen on the big screen!  Directed by Polly Steele, the movie features Pierce Brosnan, Helena Bonham Carter, Gabriel Byrne, Ann Skelly and Fionn O’Shea. It was filmed across Northern…

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Logan Airport – Thrilling from Every Angle

Massport Terminal E Exterior

From a bird’s-eye view, flying in or out of Boston Logan International Airport is a thrilling experience. Travelers are captivated by Boston’s stately skyline and distinctive neighborhoods stretching across the New England horizon. This maritime city is encircled by 34 harbor islands, offering glimpses of sailboats, ferries, and barges on the water, the historic Boston…

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40 Years of Giving

Mary Sugrue IAP Breakfast

Generations of Irish people have been nurtured, influenced, and elevated by the Irish American Partnership, a Boston-based fundraising group that has carefully invested in education, community development, and peace initiatives across the island of Ireland. To date, the Partnership has raised $63+ Million in support of programs in Ireland since 1986, and their work has…

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A True Centre of Irish Culture

ICC Exterior

If you want to measure the current vitality and breadth of Irish culture in New England, visit the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston in Canton, Massachusetts any time of year.  First opened in 1989, the Irish Cultural Centre is a multi-purpose gathering place for year-round music and dance, learning, seasonal events, sports and socializing….

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A Celtic Christmas – Boston Bound

A Taste of Ireland

Sixteen Shows at the BCA – December 2-7 and December 9-14 The Off-Broadway Irish dance revue, A Celtic Christmas, comes to Boston this holiday season, with 16 shows scheduled at the BCA in the South End.  The show features some of the world’s finest Irish dancers and musicians, and bring the sounds of Christmas to…

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Boston’s Inspiring JFK Library

Caroline Kennedy as a child in pink overalls riding a pony named Macaroni on the White House Lawn

Since it opened in 1979, the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum at Columbia Point in Dorchester has welcomed millions of visitors from around the world. They come here to be inspired by and to learn more about one of America’s most beloved presidents, Boston native John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th president of the…

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At the Theater

Hello Dolly by Mark S Howard at Lyric Stage Boston

Ellen’s Boys Ellen’s Boys — A True Repertory Theatre Production, returns to the Irish Cultural Centre for three shows on November 14-15.  Set on the top floor of a Dorchester triple decker in 1965, the play centers around Ellen Flaherty, an immigrant, widowed mother of six, three girls and three boys, who raised her family…

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In the News

Declan Crowley

Declan Crowley Congratulations to Declan Crowley on his recent appointment as cultural programming director at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton.  Declan oversees a wide array of cultural and educational activities at the Centre, from live performances and seasonal celebrations to dance workshops and educational classes throughout the year. Originally from Burnt Hills, NY, Declan…

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Rockport Music – Always Sublime

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Folk music or roots music, classical or chamber, jazz or world music – everything sounds sublime and inspiring at Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport, MA. Curated by Rockport Music, this acoustically brilliant concert venue offers a stellar schedule of live performance year after year to this scenic fishing town north of Boston. All summer,…

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Boston Logan – Going Above & Beyond

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MASSPORT CEO Rich Davey and Assistant Director of Customer Service Brenda Corniel At Boston Logan International Airport, everything begins with the credo, “Going Above and Beyond.” Whether its new construction projects, new dining and concession options for travelers, or using technology to make it easier to get to and through Logan Airport, “Going Above and…

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Summer 2025 Greetings!

Political winds sweeping the world in 2025 have put a damper on the glorious pastime of travel. Where to go, where not to go, whether to even go, all seems mired in uncertainty. Tourism agencies, airlines and travel destinations are rightly vigilant. So are cultural festivities, heritage events and small businesses that rely on the…

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Boston Harbor Hotel Ushers in a New Era

Boston Harbor Hotel Balcony

The majestic Boston Harbor Hotel (BHH) along the city’s waterfront has embarked on a dynamic new chapter in its storied legacy, with a series of bold renovations and an expansive vision for the future. Boston’s only Forbes Five-Star waterfront hotel is reaffirming its place as one of the city’s most iconic and forward-looking destinations, with…

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FORE! Golfing in Ireland

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Did you know that the island of Ireland has more than ‘fore hundred’ golf courses! Duffers, putters, and professionals have cherished Ireland’s incredible golf courses since forever, but when Irish golfer Rory McIlroy had his stunning victory recently at the 2025 Masters Championship in Augusta, GA, the whole world was watching and thinking about Ireland….

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Signature Boston Events

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Boston is buzzing all summer and fall with hundreds of amazing events taking place downtown, in Back Bay, and all of the city’s neighborhoods and surrounding cities and towns. This year is a great time to Meet Boston, a city that never gets old. HOZIER IN CONCERT June 23-24 Ireland’s acclaimed artist Hozier performs “Unreal…

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Merrimack Valley Celebrates a Celtic Summer

As summer sun casts its warmth over the hills and mills of Greater Merrimack Valley, the region pulses with the spirit of Celtic heritage. From Lowell to Lexington, Concord to Westford, this corner of Massachusetts is a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, and celebration. For those of Irish descent—and for anyone captivated by Celtic culture—take…

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Irish Traditional Music Festivals in Ireland

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Ireland’s traditional music is one of the world’s most vibrant and enduring folk traditions, stretching back to the ancient bards and blind harpists who roamed the countryside, entertaining the Irish in cottages, castles, or pop-up ceilis at the crossroads. The music retains its vitality and relevance year after year, producing new generations of musicians, singers,…

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Literary Boston

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Greater Boston is a vibrant place for live theater, literary events, cultural activities and more. Here is a sampling of upcoming theater, comedy and literary events in the coming months. Bravo! THEATER AND COMEDY Actress Aimee Doherty in Hello Dolly at Lyric Stage Boston Through June 22Theater: Hello Dolly (images above by Mark S. Howard.)Music…

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Fantastic Festivals

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Getting outside in summer is a pre-requisite in New England, especially after a dreary winter! Check out our schedule of outdoor and indoor festivals throughout New England that offer something for everyone in 2025. Enjoy! September 6-7SEISIÚN FESTIVALThe Stage at Suffolk Downs, East Boston A brand-new festival, featuring some iconic and up-and-coming Irish and American…

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Musical Milton

MILTON MUSIC FESTIVALJune 28-29Governor Hutchinson’s Field, Adams St., Milton A pleasant, care-free way to welcome the arrival of summer is at the Milton Music Festival, held at Governor Hutchinson’s Field atop Adams Street, looking out at Boston Harbor. The free, family-friendly event brings Milton residents and folks from neighboring Dorchester, Quincy and Canton together. The…

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