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Article: Tall Ships witness a sea change in Belfast
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- Belfast Telegraph
- Article date:
- July 31, 2009
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THE return of the Tall Ships should be a celebration of what
Northern Ireland has achieved in the 18 years since the vessels last
docked in Belfast, according to the man behind the massive event.
More than 30 magnificent vessels are due to sail into Belfast
Harbour in two weeks' time and welcome crews from across the world.
And the city will host a huge four-day celebration marking the
finale of the Atlantic Challenge.
Dr Gerard O'Hare, chairman of the Tall Ships board, said around
400,000 visitors are expected to descend into Northern Ireland
between August 13 and 16.
Described as the largest event of its kind in Ireland in 2009, Dr
O'Hare, a Newry-based entrepreneur, said it is an exciting ...