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March Newsletter from Rose of Tralee, Róisín Wiley: ‘If you’ve ever considered applying, or know someone who should, just apply!’

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It’s a bittersweet feeling to be halfway through my year as the International Rose. Although it was a shocking realization to be six months in, I also feel as though I’ve been the International Rose for years! When I think back to the places I’ve gotten to travel, people I’ve gotten to meet, and things…

‘It’s a lifechanging opportunity’ – The search is on for this years Roses and Rose Escorts!

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From New York to Arizona, Kerry to Castlebar – Roses and Rose Escorts gathered at the Jeanie Johnston in Dublin’s IFSC to launch the search for the 2024 International Rose of Tralee and Rose Escort of the Year. Applications are now open at www.roseoftralee.ie With Rose Selections taking place across 32 centres nationally and worldwide,…

Happy New Year from Rose of Tralee Róisín Wiley

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It has been about four months since I was named the 2023 International Rose of Tralee. I can confidently say that my life has been forever changed. I replay the night of August 22nd in my head every day. I felt an overwhelming sense of peace throughout the whole night, even after I was selected.…

2023 Benetti Menswear Rose Escort of the Year Tommy Cunningham

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MONDAY 21 AUGUST: Kildare man, Tommy Cunningham has topped the poll of the 32 International Roses and Rose Escorts to become the Benetti Menswear Rose Escort of the Year at the 2023 Rose of Tralee International Festival. Kathryn Thomas and Dáithí Ó Sé announced the result live on RTÉ One during the first night of the Rose of…

My Year: Rose of Tralee Rachel Duffy

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It is my pleasure on behalf of myself and the 2023 Roses, to welcome you to this year’s Rose of Tralee International festival. Although I must admit, it is with a heavy heart that I find myself writing this, because it means that my time as the 2022 Rose of Tralee is coming to an…

The Story of the Rose of Tralee

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MARY O’Connor lived in the middle of Tralee town, in Brogue Lane, which took its name from the broguemakers (or shoemakers) who lived and worked there. Mary lived in a thatched cabin with her parents, sisters Brigid and Ellen and younger brother Willie. Her father was a broguemaker, and her mother worked as a dairymaid.…

Celebrating 50 Years: Veronica Blennerhassett

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In 1973, 19-year-old Belfast born Veronica McCambridge became the Rose of Tralee – the second Belfast Rose to have done so. It changed her life completely! Like a fairy tale of old, Veronica fell madly in love with her Rose Escort, Rowland Blennerhassett, and moved to Tralee where they married and had three children. What did…

Rose of Tralee’s Top Things to do

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Planning a visit to Tralee, Co Kerry? Go to these famous four locations, where all kids and kids at heart entertainment needs are met! The Omniplex cinema, Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre, the Playdium and the highly popular Aqua Dome!Tralee Quartet of Adventures! Go to these famous four locations, where all kids and kids at heart…

Where to stay in Tralee: Your home away from home

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Meadowlands Hotel A unique, elegant and stylish four-star hotel that offers a traditional Céad Míle Fáilte to all who walk through its doors. This family-owned hotel set in a tranquil corner of Tralee is a hidden gem and just 1km from Tralee town. Phone: (066) 718 044 Website: www.meadowlandshotel.comThe Rose Hotel The Rose Hotel, formerly Fels Point,…

2023 Rose Buds Announced

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There’s more to the Rose of Tralee than being a Rose or a Rose Escort because young girls from all over Ireland will each be paired with an International Rose during the festival in Tralee the August.Thirty-two young girls have been selected as Rose Buds during for the Rose of Tralee International Festival which will…

In Pictures: Rose Escort Bootcamp 2023 – Day One

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The history of the Rose of Tralee International Festival

Rose of Tralee, The Rose of Tralee International FestivalFebruary 12, 2023879Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Rose of Tralee International Festival marked 60 years in 2019, and has gone from strength-to-strength since. The Festival is a celebration of Irish culture and heritage held every year during the month of August. The five day festival culminates in the crowning of the Rose of Tralee, a year long ambassadorial role for this…