Driving the Ring of Kerry, what locals would tell you
The Ring of Kerry is 179 kilometres of road around the Iveragh Peninsula, mostly on the N70. The standard advice is that it takes a full day. The…
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Why Killarney National Park is a national treasure
Killarney National Park covers 26,000 acres of lakes, mountains, native oak woods and gardens, and it is the oldest national park in Ireland. It is…
Where to eat in Cork like a local
Cork people are smug about their food and the rest of Ireland will quietly agree they have a right to be. The city is also small enough that the best…
Fun facts about Cork
Cork is a city with a chip on its shoulder and the right to wear it. Here are some things visitors usually do not know about the second-largest city…
Day trips from Galway you should not skip
Galway is a great city in itself, but the reason most people choose it as a base is because the rest of the west of Ireland is a short drive away…
Why Galway gets called Ireland's cultural capital
If you ask a hundred Irish people which is their favourite city, Dublin will get the most votes because it is the biggest. Galway will come second…
Hidden gems in Dublin most tourists miss
Most visitors to Dublin do Trinity, the Guinness Storehouse, Temple Bar and call it a city. The locals' Dublin is a different city. Six places you…
Fun facts about Dublin
Dublin is the kind of city that has more layers than it lets on. Vikings, Georgians, novelists, rebellions, and a brewery you have probably heard of…
A weekend in Carlingford, the way locals do it
Two days in Carlingford is enough to see most of the village twice and still feel like you have not rushed. Here is how to actually spend it, written…
Fun facts about Carlingford
Carlingford is one of those villages that looks small until you start poking around. Norman castles, ghost stories, oysters, leprechauns. Here are a…
Accommodation with Hot Tubs in Carlingford: The Best Properties for Your Stay
Accommodation with Hot Tubs in Carlingford: The Best Properties for Your Stay There is something about a hot tub that turns a good trip into an…
Summer in Carlingford: The Best Activities and Experiences for Long Sunny Days
Summer in Carlingford: The Best Activities and Experiences for Long Sunny Days When the sun comes out in Carlingford, the whole place comes alive…
Day Trip from Dublin to Carlingford: Just One Hour to a Different World
Day Trip from Dublin to Carlingford: Just One Hour to a Different World Carlingford is closer to Dublin than most people realise. In just over an…
Why Book Through Visit Carlingford: The Easiest Way to Plan Your Trip
Why Book Through Visit Carlingford: The Easiest Way to Plan Your Trip Planning a trip to Carlingford used to mean contacting half a dozen different…
Dog-Friendly Carlingford: Where to Stay, Walk, and Explore with Your Dog
Dog-Friendly Carlingford: Where to Stay, Walk, and Explore with Your Dog If your dog is part of the family, leaving them behind for a weekend away is…
Craft Experiences in Carlingford: Whiskey, Beer, Cocktails, and More
Craft Experiences in Carlingford: Whiskey, Beer, Cocktails, and More Carlingford has a craft scene that is growing fast, and it goes well beyond a…
Leprechauns explained: Ireland's tiny tricksters, real folklore, and where the lore still lives
Leprechauns are the most photographed Irishmen in the world and the least understood. Strip away the cereal-box mascot and you find one of the oldest…
Escape Rooms and Indoor Activities in Carlingford: Fun Whatever the Weather
Escape Rooms and Indoor Activities in Carlingford: Fun Whatever the Weather Let us be honest, this is Ireland. The rain is going to come at some…
The History of Carlingford: A Walk Through 800 Years of Heritage
The History of Carlingford: A Walk Through 800 Years of Heritage Carlingford is not just a pretty village with great pubs. It is one of the most…
Weekend Breaks in Carlingford: How to Make the Most of 48 Hours
Weekend Breaks in Carlingford: How to Make the Most of 48 Hours A weekend in Carlingford is the reset button you did not know you needed. Two days in…