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46 guides and growing. Practical Ireland travel, written by someone who lives here.
Do You Need a Visa for Ireland? Entry Requirements for Visitors
If you're planning a trip to Ireland, one of the first things you'll want to sort out is whether...
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Tipping in Ireland: How to avoid mistakes
This question is one I get asked by US and Canada visitors almost more than any on my Facebook...
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Dublin Local Transport for Tourists: Hidden Pitfalls & 2026 Hacks
I've stood at the Aircoach bus stop on Stephens Green with a young couple from Boston (in the rain)...
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Best 3-Day Dublin Itinerary for Families by Public Transport
I might have been born and raised in County Armagh, but I spent more than ten years living in...
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Doolin vs. Ennis: A Musician’s Take on Where to Stay in County Clare
I've spent years visiting Clare as a singer, including as a singer in the Irish group, Anuna, and I...
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7 Day Ireland Itinerary: The Classic Route
Seven days in Ireland sounds like plenty of time until you start planning. Dublin, Galway, the Cliffs of Moher,...
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Best Time to Visit Ireland: Month-by-Month Guide (2026)
Look, I write about Ireland for a living, so OF COURSE I'm going to say that there's no wrong...
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Where to Stay in Belfast: Best Areas + Hotels (2026)
Not sure which Belfast hotels to choose? My local guide explains the city’s top areas for accommodation, from the...
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Best Day Trips from Cork (2026): Kinsale, Ring of Kerry & More
The great thing about Cork is not just all the things to do in Cork itself, it's what lies...
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Cliffs of Moher Cruise
Visiting the Cliffs of Moher is the most popular excursion on the island of Ireland and the sensational light...
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Complete Guide to the Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are nothing less than awe-inspiring, a natural wonder famous for its sheer beauty and the...
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Cork Travel Guide: Markets, Music and the Rebel City Spirit
National Geographic recently put Cork on its list of the top 25 places in the world to visit, and...
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12 Best Day Trips from Dublin
Most people's introduction to Ireland is a stay in Dublin. Yes, the atmosphere is great, there's a ton of...
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5 Day Trips from Galway (2026)
Galway is beautifully positioned as a base for day trips to the Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey and anywhere in the West...
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How to Get Doolin Ferry to Inishmore (Inis Mór) on the Aran Islands
Doolin in County Clare is famous as the principal port for ferries coming from the Aran Islands to the...
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How to Get from Dublin Airport to the City Centre
You've just landed at Dublin Airport and need to get into the city centre. Here's what you need to...
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Dún Aonghasa | Inishmore, Aran Islands
Aran Islands | Wild Atlantic Way | Itineraries Dún Aonghasa Guide | Inishmore Itinerary (One Day) If you want...
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Galway Travel Guide (2026): Music, Seafood and the Wild Atlantic Weather
If you ask most Irish people where to send a visitor who wants a taste of real Ireland, Galway...
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Bike Trip on Inishmore on the Aran Islands
A trip along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way is made even richer by time spent exploring one of its most...
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Essential Ireland Packing List: What You Really Need for Your Trip
I'll be honest with you: packing for Ireland trips up more visitors than it should. It's not that the...
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Belfast Travel Guide 2026
As someone who lives in sunny Belfast (okay, sunny is usually a stretch!), I do get asked whether it's...
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Where to Stay in Northern Ireland: Best Areas + Hotels (2026)
I come from the North, live in Belfast, and these wee six counties are still top of my list...
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Where to Stay in Dublin: Best Areas + Hotels (2026)
Dublin’s accommodation scene used to baffle me during the 10 years I lived there. Here’s a city where you...
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Where to Stay in Galway: Best Areas + Hotels (2026)
Galway is the most popular place to stay in the West of Ireland for a good reason. It's worth...
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Where to Stay in Cork: Best Areas + Hotels (2026)
My first proper visit to Cork was to sing at its choral festival with the Irish group, Anúna, about...
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How to Spend A Perfect Day in Cork
Cork deserves a proper day of exploration, whether you’re staying in the city itself or using a different coastal...
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Car Rental Ireland: The Complete Guide (2026)
Here's a scenario that happens way too often: you arrive at Dublin Airport, excited to get on the road....
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Complete Guide to the Céide Fields, County Mayo (Ancient Site)
When you stand at the edge of the dramatic cliffs of North Mayo, you can look out across stone...
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Essential Irish Phrases for Travellers: Complete Guide with Pronunciation
I was brought up learning some basic Irish at primary and secondary school and I've learnt that even using...
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Dublin Travel Guide: Your Complete Guide to Ireland's Capital
A local's insider perspective from someone who lived in Dublin for 10 years and still works in the city....
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Is Dublin Safe to Visit? A Local's Honest Guide (2026)
One man's perspective, having lived in Dublin for 10 years and worked at night at venues across the city....
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Credit Cards in Ireland: What Visitors Really Need to Know (2026)
One of the most common questions I get from visitors planning their first trip is about money. Can I...
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The Wild Atlantic Way: Ireland’s Ultimate Coastal Road Trip
Why the Wild Atlantic Way Belongs on Your Bucket List The Wild Atlantic Way isn’t just a scenic drive,...
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Do You Need an ETA Visa to enter Northern Ireland in 2026?
If you're visiting the island of Ireland, there's a good chance you want to explore both the Republic of...
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Exploring Northern Ireland: Where to Go, Stay and What to See
Planning a visit to the North (as I'd say), that is, to Northern Ireland? My local guide covers what...
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Kilkenny for Visitors: Where to go, stay & eat
Kilkenny is one of Ireland's smallest cities, but it punches way above its weight with historical things to do....
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Why is Ireland Called the Emerald Isle?
The Origin of the Term 'Emerald Isle' The term Emerald Isle is widely attributed to William Drennan, a prominent...
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Complete Guide to Derrygimlagh: First Transatlantic Flight & Marconi
Derrygimlagh is a signature discovery point on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. While not as famous as the Cliffs of...
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Complete Guide to Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens for 2026
Kylemore Abbey is a beautiful Abbey and Gardens in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. Originally known as Kylemore Castle, it...
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Complete Guide to Malin Head, Donegal, Ireland
Malin Head in Donegal is the most northerly point of the island of Ireland, sitting at the very tip...
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The Best Irish Islands to Visit: A Complete Guide
Our beautiful coastline here in Ireland is dotted with incredible islands, each of which has its own charm, history,...
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Top 7 Types of Accommodation in Ireland
Ireland has a plethora of accommodation options in both remoter, rural spots or right in the city locations that...
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Explore Donegal: Your Ultimate 3-Day Road Trip Itinerary on the Wild Atlantic Way
I have been visiting County Donegal since I was a teenager. My first memories are of visiting friends in...
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15 Best Places to Visit in Ireland
Ireland is a small country with a huge variety of places to visit. In the East, Dublin and Belfast...
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10+ Reasons You Should Visit Ireland
If you're mapping out your Irish holiday, consider adding Ireland to your maybe list. You might know that Ireland...
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15 Best Things to Do in Dublin (by a local)
While Dublin is a very modern city, you'll find traces of its history on every street, from Viking to...
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