Jul 31, 2020 • 3 min read
Actor Paul Mescal and singer Phoebe Bridgers were reportedly spotted together in Kinsale. Here's what you need to know about this picturesque place.
Jul 30, 2020 • 4 min read
Taylor Swift's classic knitwear originated off the wind-battered west coast of Ireland.
Apr 21, 2020 • 3 min read
Being in social isolation doesn't stop us dreaming of all the places we'd like to visit; in fact now we've got even more time to daydream. Escape on a virtual…
Mar 21, 2020 • 9 min read
In our series rediscovering great travel essays, TC Boyle recounts his first time living abroad in Ireland.
Mar 5, 2020 • 2 min read
These former working pubs are available to rent and they retain all of the charm of their glory days.
Feb 23, 2020 • 6 min read
Travel experts often advise that you should become a tourist in your own country. If you think that you’re already familiar with all that Ireland has to…
Feb 6, 2020 • 6 min read
Ireland is a magical destination for a romantic getaway, with fairy-tale forests, picturesque towns, and awe-inspiring scenery.
Dec 13, 2019 • 14 min read
For one life-long traveler and writer, learning Gaeilge provided a deeper understanding of Ireland, her family, and herself.
Sep 20, 2019 • 5 min read
Short days and chilly weather are no match for the delights on offer in Ireland's capital during the winter, from traditional pubs to exciting exhibitions.
Aug 4, 2019 • 7 min read
I spent 24 hours in Cork City before embarking on a road trip around County Cork. It was my first time in Ireland’s second city, though I’m not a newcomer…
Jul 31, 2019 • 5 min read
A nod of the head and a wry smile and they're off, fiddles hopping, feet stomping and the gravelly voices belting out the tunes. Music seems to run in the…
Jul 27, 2019 • 7 min read
When it comes to music, Ireland punches above its weight, and boasts venues both big and small that are jam packed with culture, spirit, storytelling,…
May 7, 2019 • 7 min read
Looking for a festival to complete your holiday? We’ve picked 25 of the best festivals around the island of Ireland to factor into your itinerary.
Apr 8, 2019 • 7 min read
The swell and roar of tides as they crash along a white sandy beach, a scramble and final push to reach the highest point in the land, a lingering look at…
Feb 1, 2019 • 8 min read
In many ways it’s a miracle we know anything about Ireland’s incredible and complex mythology. The tales were shared orally for hundreds of years and were…
Dec 18, 2018 • 6 min read
Kilkenny is a popular short break option for Irish people and visitors alike, and it’s easy to see why. Almost in the centre of the Republic, it has good…
Sep 18, 2018 • 6 min read
Ireland's four liveliest cities – the culture-packed hubs of Dublin, Cork, Galway and Belfast – teem with fascinating museums and galleries, fabulous food…
Aug 22, 2018 • 5 min read
Full to the brim with excellent food, bustling bars and interesting attractions, Cork has all the ingredients for a perfect weekend away. Best of all, in…
May 16, 2018 • 5 min read
English has only been spoken widely in Ireland for about 250 years but it was mastered quickly, with the country building an immense literary reputation…
Apr 18, 2018 • 5 min read
Northern Ireland’s charms draw more and more visitors each year. First timers head straight for the Giant’s Causeway, a worthy destination but only one…
Mar 30, 2018 • 5 min read
Rugged coastal scenery and invigorating outdoor activities fire up your appetite along Ireland’s dramatic Wild Atlantic Way. Along the route, you'll find…
Mar 26, 2018 • 6 min read
Move over Scotch, Irish whiskey is re-emerging from the doldrums as one of the fastest growing spirits in the world. While the 20th century heralded the…