He may be best-known for his recurring role in Game of Thrones, but given the chance, actor Liam Cunningham would choose West Cork over Westeros.
The Irish actor, Davos Seaworth in the hit fantasy TV saga, showcases his favourite places to visit in Ireland as part of a new series of social media videos from Tourism Ireland that will be seen worldwide.
The short video ads ask the likes of Cunningham and ex-007 star Pierce Brosnan to talk about their favourite places to visit in Ireland.
And Cunningham goes for West Cork (but also, inexplicably, Kerry) in a stunning ad that showcases the best of the Rebel County.
The ads are a partnership between Tourism Ireland and Irish Film and Television Academy aimed at raising Ireland’s profile as tourism recovers in the post-pandemic months.
As Liam waxes lyrical about West Cork, viewers see some spectacular scenery and some of our top attractions, like Galley Head Lighthouse, Sherkin Island, Sunday’s Well, Glandore, Clonakilty, Garnish Island, Gougane Barra, Mizen Head and Bantry House.
The video will be shared and promoted to millions of fans and followers on social media over the coming weeks.
It will be shared with Tourism Ireland’s millions of fans and followers on its social platforms as part of the #FillYourHeartWithIreland (#FYHWI) online campaign.
Siobhan McManamy, Tourism Ireland’s Director of Markets, said: “Tourism Ireland was delighted to work with the Irish Film and Television Academy, and with Liam Cunningham, to create this wonderful video. We are sharing the video with our millions of fans and followers on social media around the world – allowing us to keep the beauty of Ireland and Cork to the fore.
“While we may not be able to travel just now, this video will inspire people for their future visit.”
In the video, Liam Cunningham praises Ireland, saying: “My favourite place in Ireland? Well, there’s got to be more than one, it’s a big place – or it’s a little place with a big heart.
“Two places, the Kingdom – Kerry, it’s heaven on earth – and beautiful West Cork. If they weren’t on the planet, the place probably wouldn’t be worth being in. What I love about Ireland is a no-brainer, it’s the people. When I’m away I miss … bizarrely, I miss the rain – is that weird?”
