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An Irish passport, an Aer Lingus boarding pass, and a green shamrock luggage tag resting on a wooden table in front of an airport departure screen showing flights to New York and London.

Ireland Expands Visa-Free Entry to 62 Countries, A Win for Tourism and Business

Ireland just opened its doors to 62 countries—but a few surprising nations didn’t make the list.
Couple enjoying street food at a Pyke ’N’ Pommes stall in Derry with historic Guildhall illuminated at dusk

Why Ulster’s Bloody Past and Wild Coasts Still Lure Travelers North

Ulster’s blood-soaked history and wild coasts hide a truth most travelers never expect—and the peace walls tell only half the story.
A vibrant harbor scene in Cobh, Ireland, featuring colorful multi-story buildings and small fishing boats reflected in the water, with the tall stone spire of St. Colman’s Cathedral looming on the hill behind them under a bright, cloudy sky.

Titanic’s Final Irish Stop: Why Cobh Still Feels Like 1912

A ship. A farewell. A tragedy. Cobh’s last goodbye to the Titanic still echoes in ways history books rarely capture.
Two men standing in a dimly lit museum gallery, viewing the original 1916 Proclamation of the Irish Republic displayed in a glass case.

Still Debating 1916? These Dublin Rebel Museums Put the Easter Rising in Your Hands

Was the Easter Rising heroic or reckless? Dublin’s rebel museums let you decide—and the answer may disturb you.
An aerial panorama of the historic monastic ruins on the Hill of Slane in County Meath, Ireland, at twilight. To the right, a tall, modern broadcast tower, serving as the headquarters for Irish Tourist Radio, stands illuminated with a brilliant green light and beams projecting from its observation deck, featuring the text "IRISH TOURIST RADIO".

A Light Reborn on Slane: Ireland’s Tallest Broadcast Tower Planned Above Sacred Hill

SLANE, CO. MEATH — In what could become one of the most…
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Irish Staycations 2026: 10 Home-Holiday Trends That Might Make You Skip Going Abroad

Abroad is overrated. Irish staycations in 2026 are reshaping how we travel, and the numbers tell a surprising story.
A family of four stands at the entrance of a dark stone tunnel on the Limerick Greenway. The tunnel is surrounded by dense, vibrant green ferns and moss-covered walls. One adult points toward the tunnel while two children and another adult look on, accompanied by a red bicycle trailer.

Abbeyfeale & Limerick Greenway: The Quiet Trail That Outsmarts Expectations

A forgotten railway line through West Limerick quietly outperforms Ireland’s most celebrated trails. The proof is in every kilometre.
A scenic view of Doolin coastal landscape in County Clare, Ireland, featuring pink Sea Thrift wildflowers in the foreground, two ferries on the Atlantic Ocean, and the distant Cliffs of Moher under a cloudy sky.

Skip Killarney: This Quieter, Better-Value Irish Town Might Win You Over

Killarney’s crowds and rising prices have a quieter rival. Could this colorful Atlantic village be Ireland’s best-kept travel secret?
Three people sitting at a wooden picnic table enjoying tea outside Teach nan Phaidi, a traditional white-washed thatched cottage cafe on Inishmore, Aran Islands.

Weekend Breaks in Ireland: The Counties Everyone Flocks To (And Why)

Ireland packs medieval castles, jaw-dropping coastlines, and 5,200 years of history into a state the size of Indiana. Your weekend plans just changed.
A man and woman sit outdoors on a sunny day, enjoying street food from white takeaway containers. The man wears a red quarter-zip sweater and the woman wears a light blue shirt with a black backpack. They are surrounded by vibrant green plants and large decorative red flower sculptures.

Ireland’s 33 Best Food and Drink Festivals This Year, Are You Missing the Real Standouts?

From oyster championships to farm-to-table feasts, Ireland’s food festivals go far deeper than you’d expect. Are you missing the best ones?