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Day Trips from Hotel Isaacs in Cork City
City life is great, especially in the gorgeous city of Cork. We have everything we need practically on the doorstep of our Hotel Isaacs Cork; great shopping, interesting museums and cathedrals and the best pub culture you could hope for. Despite everything in the city, it’s good to escape from the big smoke and explore the wilder parts of the county on a day trip. If you’ve seen enough of city life and want to explore the picturesque harbours, castles ...
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An Insider’s Guide To Cork Slang
“All slang is a metaphor, and all metaphor is poetry” or so G.K. Chesterton says. One of the many questions we get asked at Hotel Isaacs is if there are any colloquialisms that are typical of the Cork region that visitors should be aware of. With this question in mind, we have put our creative heads together to create an insider’s guide to some of Cork’s best slang with the English translations beside it. As you explore our great city, ...
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Top 5 Romantic Things To Do In Cork City
Love it or hate it, it’s that time of year again! Slowly but surely (or too fast some may argue), the shops are stocking up with all things red and pink, hearts and flowers and everything sickly sweet for the delight (or nightmare) that is Valentine’s Day! Here, at Hotel Isaacs, we have put together a list of our top five romantic things to do in our favourite city of Cork. A Romantic Walk Along The North Channel of Cork’s ...
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Cork’s Hidden Treasure: Triskel Christchurch
Going to the cinema may not be seen as one of the best things to do when one is visiting a new place. Who wants to be stuck in a dark auditorium when there are sights to be seen, places to be explored and bars to be frequented? Well, let what you know about cinemas be overturned and say hello to Triskel Christchurch, a thriving arts and cultural centre in the heart of Cork City. Triskel Christchurch History Located less than ...
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Discover Nano Nagle Place in Cork City
Opened last summer, the Nano Nagle Centre is the new kid on the block on Cork’s eclectic visitor trail and is a must for any visitor looking for something a little different, something beyond the typical museum or gallery experience. The €10.5 million refurbishments of a historic convent and school as a heritage centre serves as a fantastic living showcase of one of Ireland’s greatest social justice pioneers. The Nano Nagle Centre Located just a 10-minute walk from our city-centre ...
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To The Stars And Back At Blackrock Castle
Whilst travelling, as much as I love ticking off all the must-do attractions of a city, I always try to find time to do something a bit off-the-beaten-track; something different that won’t necessarily be on every visitor’s list. If you are looking for such an experience here in Cork, Blackrock Castle might be just what you need. Blackrock Castle Somewhat overshadowed by the fame of Blarney, Blackrock Castle is located less than 15 minutes drive from Hotel Isaacs (or take the 202 ...
