Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, and home to the country’s busiest airport, is an obvious place to begin or end your Ireland vacation. You can even base yourself in the capital city and take some amazing day trips from Dublin! No car required! This article is also available as a podcast. To...

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Derry or Londonderry? Learn a bit of the city's history, explore the city walls & murals with Gleann Doherty from Derry Guided Tours.

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I offer a lot of Ireland travel advice. In over 22 years of travel to and through Ireland, I have made dozens (hundreds?) of mistakes and have learned a lot. Additionally, I spend a lot of time researching anything new, confirming and updating the information I have, and traveling (on my own dime and not...

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I am a huge fan of beautiful gardens! We have visited many gardens throughout the years, and while gardens in Ireland always have something to offer, there is a sweet spot if you want to catch the blooms looking their best. Don't Miss This!Enchanting Irish Gardens to add to your Itinerary Reader Question: I came...

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When you think of the Great Famine, your mind likely drifts to the midlands of Ireland. However, a unique and deeply moving famine experience exists in Northern Ireland at Gorta, located above Friel’s Pub in Swatragh, Mid Ulster. Here, you can step into history and uncover the often-overlooked impact of the famine in this region...

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You've probably heard of the Causeway Coastal Route – it's one of the most scenic drives in the world. But Ulster, Ireland's northernmost province, saves some stunners for people who aren't afraid to get off the tourist path. Way, way off the tourist path. This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Adam Stewart,...

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Is Northern Ireland on your itinerary? Today's guest, Jamese McCloy, is going to give you a dozen reasons to venture off the tourist trail and explore the heart of Mid Ulster in Northern Ireland. Exploring Mid Ulster in Northern Ireland Click Here to add this to your Ireland vacation board on Pinterest! This article is...

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Do you ‘knead' a taste of Ireland right now? Today's guest has an Irish bread making experience you can try in your own home – or in her thatch cottage in the North of Ireland. Irish Baking Experience at Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Tracey Jeffery, the owner...

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