The joint European capital of culture’s year of events highlights a city of festivals, seafood and literature, and with pubs galore. Festivals – All the Time Galwegians love to celebrate, and seem to go from one festival to another. As joint capital of culture, it has a huge performance of events – along with existing festivals. Cúirt is […]
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Kinsale, Co Cork Ireland has a centuries-old link with countries like Spain, Italy and France and boy does it show in this southern coastal town at the mouth of the River Bandon. Colourful buildings, fancy boats, tight winding streets and alleyways, a highly acclaimed food scene and even a slightly warmer microclimate give it […]
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With the increasing popularity of water sports, it is no surprise that the Emerald Isle is home to numerous aqua parks catering to all ages and fitness levels. So, whether thrill-seeking or simply looking to enhance your skills, there are plenty of options to choose from. 10. Funtasia Waterpark, Co. Louth One of the biggest […]
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Long and strange place names are almost a specialty in Ireland and the more unpronounceable the better. These ten townlands in Ireland have the country’s longest place names on record. With a single word of 20 to 25 letters, the Anglicized versions of these Irish place titles are almost impossible to pronounce. Glassillaunvealnacurra, Co. Galway […]
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With over 3,000 km of coastline, Ireland is home to some of the most stunning beaches. From secluded bathers’ coves to stretches of exposed shoreline, there’s something here for every beach-goer. Here are seven of the best beaches on the Emerald Isle. 1. Bundoran, Co. Donegal This is one for the surfers. It’s the preferred […]
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2021 is the year of the staycation and with seemingly most of the country eager to get even a mini break away, we’re constantly on the lookout for staycation inspiration. With city breaks, cruise trips and luxe holidays to far-flung places not possible this year, we’ve become devoted to rooting out the hidden gems around […]
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Killarney Glamping, Killarney If you’re looking for a romantic break in Killarney with some added al fresco appeal, then consider packing your hiking books (or even your Louboutins) for a dreamy glamping getaway in the town. Located just 3km from the centre and nestled on a tranquil site on the banks of the River Flesk, […]
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Great value accommodation, dining, retail as Limerick extends an even bigger welcome for summer 2021. Limerick has issued a Double Your Summer invitation to visitors to mark its new designation today by Fáilte Ireland as a Wild Atlantic Way Gateway City. The Double Your Summer campaign is the latest initiative by Limerick City and County Council supported by Fáilte Ireland to promote […]
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1. City Appeal Cork City is on the ascendancy! Figuratively — and due to national development plants, a swish news skyline and buzzing new rooftop restaurants like The Dean — literally, too. Ireland’s third city with its walkable island centre offers its locals friendly small village feels with a long-established cosmopolitan edge. From eating Babagannoush […]
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Image: CaminoWays.com The Kingdom, as the county of Kerry is known, is an unmissable part of any tour of Ireland. ‘The Kerry Camino’ is a community initiative to promote walking holidays from the county town of Tralee across the Dingle Peninsula, specifically the walking route also known as The Dingle Way. The Kerry Camino was […]
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