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Step Inside the Siege Museum Roof and See Derry Like Never Before
Stand atop Derry’s forbidden war theater where cannons once roared for 105 days. The Siege Museum’s rooftop reveals the Maiden City’s unbreached past. History awaits above.
Derry’s Tourism Booms as NI Visitor Numbers Tumble, What’s Fueling the Reversal?
While Northern Ireland tourism plummets, Derry defies the trend with explosive 29.1% visitor spending growth. Local authentic storytelling trumps tourist traps. Businesses boom as the city races toward its million-visitor goal.
Green Light for Outdoor Water Park on Donegal-Derry Border Sparks Eco-Tourism Buzz
While Donegal and Derry share a troubled history, this groundbreaking eco-water park transforms borders into bridges. “Water and Wildwood” fuses wild swimming with sustainable accommodation in pristine nature. Would you brave its waters?
Why County Derry Might Be Northern Ireland’s Most Overlooked Gem
While everyone rushes to Belfast, County Derry quietly boasts Ireland’s oldest settlement, unbreached 17th-century walls, and a Nobel laureate’s homeland. The authentic magic happens where tourists aren’t looking.
Derry & Donegal Set for Cruise Expansion: Foyle Port Projects 21% Rise in 2025
While the world sleeps, Derry & Donegal transform into cruise giants—17 ships bringing 5,000 visitors and a staggering 50% increase above pre-pandemic numbers. The economic windfall awaits.
Tiny Country-Sized Land in Donegal Joins Glenveagh National Park in Bold Expansion
Monaco-sized land joins Glenveagh National Park in groundbreaking expansion. While celebrities flaunt their tiny Monaco estates, Ireland quietly builds a wilder, wetter version. Public consultation closes April 25.
Why Free Outdoor Attractions in Northern Ireland Might Be More Valuable Than You Think
Think you need to pay for breathtaking views? Northern Ireland’s free natural wonders rival costly attractions worldwide. UNESCO sites, ancient temples, and rare ecosystems await without emptying your wallet. Nature’s greatest spectacles cost nothing.
Why Ireland’s Only Beach Horse Race Happens in Meath—and Nowhere Else in Europe
Europe’s only sanctioned beach horse race survived a deadly 1994 tragedy that killed three horses. The 150-year tradition in Meath persists against all odds.
Why Rick Steves Says This Wild Irish Road Trip Beats the Rest for Sheer Scenic Magic
Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way may ruin every other coastal road trip for you. From emerald fields to slate-gray cliffs, this 1,500-mile adventure defies expectations at every turn. Rick Steves isn’t wrong about this one.