Author: villagebyways

I am Jack Healey. I created Village Byways as a platform of web sites dedicated to sharing scenic views of villages, landscape, shops and attractions in travel & tourist destinations. I will post videos on YouTube, updates on the blog, snapshots on Instagram and comments and replies on Facebook. As followers, you can interact with me on these forums or communicate privately by email. My goal is to appeal to all travelers and tourists, whether real or imaginary. You can see and enjoy the world, even from the comfort of your own home!

Festivals in Ireland 2019

by villagebyways

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The 2018 version of this was my most popular post of the year so grab a cuppa and enjoy reading about some of the best festivals of 2019.This is the perfect guide for those who might be thinking of coming to Ireland and timing it with one of these. Thanks so much to the Irish blogger group for their suggestions.

January

First Fortnight. Ireland’s Mental Health Arts Festival. Taking place countrywide and a really fantastic idea. Taking place in the first two weeks of January.

4th – 27th January. Out to Lunch Arts Festival, Belfast. Music, talks, comedy, lunchtime and evening events.

7th – 13th January Dublin Bowie Festival. Ground control to Major Tom, head to Dublin to celebrate all things Bowie.

18th – 20th January Akumakon, Galway. Anime, cosplay and gaming convention including special guests.

23rd – 27th January. TradFest in Dublin. Ireland’s largest traditional music…

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Travel much? Armchair tourist? I say, let’s do both!

by villagebyways

I created Village Byways as a platform of web sites dedicated to sharing scenic views of villages, shops and attractions in diverse travel & tourist destinations. I will post videos on YouTube, news & updates on this blog, snapshots on Instagram and flashes of wit or wisdom on Facebook. As followers, you can converse with me on these forums or communicate privately by email or Messenger.

My goal is to appeal to all travelers and tourists, whether actual or wannabe, able-bodied or incapacitated, and both young and old alike. Just know that on this site YOU CAN see and enjoy the world and it’s many scenic and exciting attractions from the comfort of your own home – on your PC, tablet or cell phone! And who knows? You  might even discover a ‘Must See’ destination for the very first time right here. Chances are I’ll also have great contact information you can use to set your next trip in motion.

So where should we go first? Any suggestions? It’s time to see the world!