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A modern green and white Irish Rail train traveling along a track between a dense, steep forest and a shallow, rocky river in County Wexford, Ireland. A walking path runs parallel to the river on the right under a bright blue sky with white clouds.

Will the Rosslare Greenway Stop Tourists Leaving Wexford for Kerry?

Wexford loses millions yearly to Kerry tourism. A new greenway promises to change that—but at what ecological cost?
An artistic, symmetrical view of a bright green river lined with black ornate lamp posts. Each lamp post holds a vibrant green banner featuring a white three-leaf shamrock. Neoclassical buildings with many columns line the water under a soft, hazy sky.

St. Patrick’s Day Parades Happening Worldwide Today, Which City Goes Biggest?

New York’s 1762 parade still reigns supreme—but Holyoke and Pittsburgh are making a serious case for the crown.
A lone hiker walks along a rugged, scenic coastal path in Northern Ireland, passing a wooden sign for "St Patrick's Way" that reads "82 Miles," with large green mountains and a bay in the background.

This 82‑Mile St Patrick’s Way Walk Might Be Ireland’s Camino Alternative

Ireland’s Camino runs 82 miles through mountains, castles, and a beach—and almost nobody knows it exists.
A wide evening shot of Dublin Airport Terminal 2 illuminated in vibrant green lights for St. Patrick’s Day. The glass-fronted building glows against a dark purple twilight sky, while an airplane is seen coming in for a landing on the wet tarmac. In the blurry foreground, glowing yellow and green shamrock decorations line a fence.

Nearly 1 Million Travelers Flood Irish Airports for the St Patrick’s Festival Weekend

Nearly 1 million travelers are flooding Irish airports this St. Patrick’s weekend — and a quiet passenger cap could soon change everything.
A young child dressed in a bright green leprechaun costume with an orange beard and green wellies stands on a cobbled sidewalk next to metal parade barriers. The child is pointing excitedly toward a crowd and a distant bus on a sunlit street during the St. Patrick’s Day Festival in Sligo.

St Patrick’s Day in Ireland: Travel Tips to Beat the Crowds

Skip Dublin’s chaos this St Patrick’s Day. Smaller Irish towns offer richer celebrations, fewer crowds, and experiences that actually feel authentic.
A wide view of the grey stone inner courtyard of Kilkenny Castle under a bright blue sky, featuring Victorian-era windows, crenelated battlements, and tourists gathered on the paved grounds next to a lush green lawn.

Skip Dublin: Kilkenny’s ‘Marble City’ Brings Festivals, Great Food, and a Castle Worth the Trip

Kilkenny beats Dublin for history, food, and festivals. A medieval city built on witchcraft, mass burials, and black stone awaits.
Lamb standing on a green hillside with daisies and the words “Happy St. Patrick’s Day,” celebrating Ireland’s countryside and holiday spirit.

I Spent St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, 7 Tourist Myths That Don’t Match the Real Traditions

St. Patrick wasn’t Irish, parades were born in Manhattan, and those snakes? Ireland never had them.
A scenic view of the Caribbean island of Montserrat, featuring a dramatic coastline with lush green hills contrasting against the volcanic landscape and the ruins of buildings partially buried in grey ash from the Soufrière Hills volcano.

This Dark Tourism Magnet Is the Only Place Outside Ireland With a St. Patrick’s Day Holiday

St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday for Ireland — except it isn’t. One Caribbean island made it officially their own, and the reason why is fascinating.
Irish coastal landscape illustration with castle, cottage, camping and surfing promoting Irish staycations and home holiday travel trends in Ireland for 2026.

Irish Staycations 2026: 10 Home, Holiday Trends That Could Replace Your Abroad Trip

Forget abroad. Ireland’s 2026 staycation trends are quietly reshaping how people holiday — and one might permanently change your travel habits.
A woman in a black and white checkered shirt smiles back at the camera while cycling on a paved path in a lush, green park. Two other cyclists are ahead of her on the trail.

Five Historic Dublin City Parks and Gardens Even Locals Miss

Dublin’s best parks hide in plain sight. Even lifelong locals walk past secret gardens, deer herds, and archery fields without a second glance.