Lisdoonvarna Matchmakers
Love is in (the) Clare:Billed in some quarters as Europe's biggest singles event, the annual matchmakers festival will swell the borders of the tiny spa town of Lisdoonvarna when 40,000 singletons make the pilgrimage into the Lourdes of Love.
But, if you can't make it to the county of Clare you'll be delighted to hear the Matchmaker experience can now be availed of online via their website. The craic may not be as good in cyberspace but you are guaranteed to avoid any tractor tailback or inclement weather in the comfort of your home.
Plus you can read all about Lisdoonvarna's resident matchmaker - Willie Daly - who seems adequately qualified. He works full time as a horse trader and also runs a "riding" centre.
