The rise in popularity of self-catering apartment has been confirmed by a recently published study. Agoda, the booking website and travel search engine, has found that 88% of UK travelers prefer houses or apartments than hotel rooms whilst traveling around their own country. There preference for apartments and houses is[…]
The Phoenix Park is the largest walled city park in Europe and a beautiful spot to find complete tranquility in Dublin city centre. The park was established in 1662 as a Royal deer park and 350 years later the Fallow deer still freely roam the grounds. There are many ways[…]
Run for fun and get drenched in colour all while spending quality time with family and friends. The annual Rainbow run presented by 98FM takes place at Dun Laoghaire west pier (Only 20 minutes on the DART from the city center) on 16th September 2017. With a turn out last[…]
In the heart of Dublin city center find yourself lost in the colour and beauty of Merrion Square’s Open Air Art Gallery. This event has been taking place every Sunday since 1985 on one of Ireland’s oldest and most well kept Georgian squares. These artists, most of which are full[…]
Ex- Irish Army officer, Ray Gammell, has been appointed as Interim Group Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways Group. Ray, who hails from Bray in County Wicklow joined Etihad in 2009. Ray has 20 plus years’ leadership experience and started his career as a Cadet in Ireland’s Military College in[…]
Marlborough Street has seen major improvements in the past year. The picturesque new Rosie Hackett Bridge, recently finished, has added greatly to the atmosphere at the southern end of the street. The work on the new LUAS tram line is now completed with the street also benefiting from new pathways[…]
We had a lovely morning recently at the National Leprechaun Museum which is located at Jervis LUAS tram stop in the heart of Dublin city center. This Museum is a must see for all ages. The Museum captures the entertainment side of Irish History with information about ‘Seanchaithe’ which is[…]
Riverdance is coming back for a short summer run in Dublin. Here in the city for a new generation to admire and acclaim. From 21 June until 3 September 2017. I assure you it is a night to remember, as was last year’s performance when the Halfpenny Bridge Holiday Homes staff[…]
We have a range of apartments available to accommodate the thousands of visitors to the world famous Dublin Horse Show which will be held at the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) from 9-13 August. From our city center apartments you have a short walk to Tara Street DART station and you[…]
On your Dublin visit be sure not to miss the magnificent Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin. Located near city centre just 3 km from O Connell Street, the National Botanic Gardens are an oasis of calm and beauty, and entry is free. A premier scientific institution, the gardens also contain the[…]
Just 5 minutes walk from our apartments is the newly opened 1916 Museum in O’ Connell Street. This was the location of much of the fighting during the 1916 Easter Rising. Advanced ticket booking recommended as it can be very busy at peak times. The Audio Visual show is really[…]
St. Michigan’s Church is a an amazing city centre place of worship which was founded over 900 years ago in 1095. It was built to serve the vikings, then rebuild in the years after 1685 with a further restoration at 1998. The church now belongs to the Protestant Church of[…]
“Wanting to Escaping from your usual environment?” and thinking of increasing your travel personality as an intellectual traveler?… Your definitely in the right spot!!!. Its about time to leave your current spot and must-see the magnificent cultural heritage of Dublin. Christ Church Cathedral is situated in the former heart of[…]
The Chester Beatty Library behind Dublin Castle is a superb Art Museum and Library which displays the treasures collected all around the world by Chester Beatty (1875 – 1968). It is not to be missed on any trip to Dublin and admission is free. From 21 October 2016 until 29[…]
A few minutes walk from our apartments you will find the amazing Church Pub. In the centre of the pedestrian-only shopping area you will find an old church which has been preserved and partly transformed into a pub, cafe and formal dining establishment. The parish of St Mary’s was founded[…]
The Autumn Rugby Internationals are always a big Dublin event, bringing color, excitement and a fantastic atmosphere to the city. The good news that Ireland are up against a testing group of international guest teams this year. The home country will line up against:- South Africa- Sunday, November 12th at[…]
Hey, there is lots to see around the Liberties. Here are a few photos to get you interested. Teeling Distillery is a must and there are two lovely indoor markets adjacent. All less than 10 minutes walk from St Patrick’s Cathedral. We have a great selection of holiday apartments close[…]
The Teeling Whiskey Distillery is Dublin’s newest destination for whiskey fans and for anyone with an interest in Dublin’s centuries long association with Irish Whiskey. Located in the Liberties area, in the heart of Dublin City Centre, the Distillery is fully operational and you will see the actual whiskey distillation[…]
St Valentine’s Day is gradually becoming a big event on the Dublin Calendar. At Halfpenny Bridge Holiday Homes we already have our first 2017 Bookings for that special day of romance and love – February 14th. Dublin is a great place to bring your loved one for a celebration. There[…]
For early birds worried about Sterling there is now some amazing winter value for return flights between London and Dublin. We did some searches on….. SKYSCANNER.COM ….and had no difficulty in finding low season flights for £46 return. There is a great Winter buzz in Dublin. First, there is the[…]