Pilgrims keep the faith as religious holidays flourish

WITH fewer and fewer people putting their faith in the Government, it seems more and more people are putting their faith in God.

Thu, 11 Jun, 2009 - 01:00

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According to Ireland’s leading tour operator, Joe Walsh Tours, pilgrimage holidays are becoming increasingly popular.

About 40,000 Irish people from all walks of life take time out of their daily lives each year to recharge the body and soul at Europe’s most popular pilgrimage destinations.

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