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Abounding in natural beauty, mountains, cliffs and dramatic coastlines, there is something to captivate even the most seasoned travellers on the island of Ireland.
It takes days, weeks really, to see the best of the greenest country in Europe, and trying to figure out what to do can be a bit overwhelming. So save some time and check out this...
Top 5 cycles to explore the island of Ireland
World Bicycle Day on 3 June is the annual opportunity to pay tribute to the bike, not to mention the huge number of beautiful places around the island of Ireland that are explorable on two wheels.
In Ireland, cycling is all about the scenery, the joy and the experience, be it for...
A new festival full of incredible adventures in and around the celebrated Irish town of Killarney, County Kerry, is set to get underway this spring.
The inaugural Wander Wild Festival, running from 25 – 27 March inclusive, promises a long weekend packed with unique experiences in some of the most amazing natural settings anywhere in the world.
Offering an eclectic choice of...
Ireland is going green (and not just on St Patrick’s Day)
The world goes green on St Patrick’s Day to celebrate all things Irish, but the island of Ireland is also going green in a different way.
Ireland has committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 and to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. It’s a commitment that is...
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Eoghan Corry speaks with Geraldine Enright, The Cliffs of Moher.
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In the 2nd episode of Destination Ireland Travel Podcast, Eoghan Corry speaks with Geraldine Enright, Director of The Cliffs of Moher in Co. Clare, about the devastating impact of Covid-19 and importance of the domestic tourism market for 2021.
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The special aura and rugged beauty of the Skellig Islands have made an imprint not only on thousands of visitors but also on those whose job it is to care for them.
Off the coast of County Kerry, on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, sit two small, jagged islands, dramatically beautiful and significant for their history, birdlife and most recently their...
First Female Admiral of Royal Cork Yacht Club, former Minister Simon Coveney, and key partners launch an action-packed programme for Volvo Cork Week 2024, which will welcome 10,000 sailors and attendees to Crosshaven and beyond.
Volvo Cork Week, one of the most anticipated events on the global sailing calendar, is gearing up for a thrilling spectacle on Cork Harbour once...
Great Outdoors
Explore Ireland’s lush midlands on a new 130km cycle and walkway
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Ireland's greenways and trails are a great way to see some of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of the country, and they have just received a new addition. Outdoor-lovers can now tackle a newly-launched scenic 130km walking and cycling greenway that passes through four counties.
The Royal Canal Greenway stretches alongside a historic 225-year-old canal, and it begins in...
West Cork’s spectacular landscape holds many secret places, just ready to explore with the family. Make amazing memories with these great family activities in West Cork.
From fairy trails to dolphin watching, there’s so many things to do in West Cork for families, here are some of the places you just have to visit.
Exploring Kinsale
As the kids ask ‘are we...
Go off the beaten track and discover some of the island of Ireland’s lesser-known castles and abbeys and their magical tales.
There is a castle or abbey, intact or in ruins, around every corner on the island of Ireland. The best-known ones are magnets for visitors meaning it’s often hard to get the time and space to soak up their...
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That’s a wrap! The hugely successful 2024 Waterford Festival of Food has come to a triumphant close!
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