The Vagabond Blog – Ireland Travel Guide

Rob is here to tell you how Vagabond are making the best small-group tours of Ireland even better in 2025. Read about amazing new itineraries, destinations and things to do. Let’s see what’s new for 2025! What's New in 2025 At A Glance 🎶 Dive Into New Tour Itineraries 🚴‍♀️ Learn About Exciting New Activities 😎 Meet Our New Team 🏨 Check Out Our New Hotels ⛽ New HVO Fuel & Awards

Mince pie expert Amy explains what foods Irish people eat at Christmas time. And yes, we really do leave beer for Santa! Christmas Food In Ireland At A Glance 🦃 Christmas Dinner Is A Serious Affair In Ireland 💪 Stamina Is Required 🥂 Irish People Imbibe A Variety Of Christmas Drinks 🍰 We Always Leave Room For Dessert 🎅 ...And Interesting Things For Santa

With her mouth half-full of mince pie, cranberry sauce expert, Amy, explains the Christmas traditions celebrated each December in Ireland. CHRISTMAS IN IRELAND At A Glance 🎄 Christmas Is Widely Celebrated In Ireland ⛄ It Rarely Snows In Ireland At Christmas 🏊‍♀️ Irish People Do Some Surprising Things On Christmas Day 🦃 Irish People Eat Alot At Christmas (Not Just Christmas Dinner) 🎶 In A Nutshell, Ireland Is The Best Place To Celebrate Christmas

No better place to escape to than Ireland. No better time to come than 2025. Travel expert John explains why value lies at the heart of Vagabond and Driftwood Tours of Ireland. ⏳ Book Early, Save Up To 15% 💰 Take Advantage Of The Strong Dollar 💺 Free Seat Hold Service & Flat-Rate Deposits 🗓️ 23 Years of Experience Leading Small-Group Tours 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Small-Group = Personal Service 🕗 Full Days on Tour & Amazing Reviews  

VagaGuide Brian takes you on a journey of discovery along the Northern Ireland coast road; a place that holds a special place in our hearts. Northern Ireland Coast At A Glance 🏰 Stay In A 17th Century Castle Hotel 🎩 Raise Your Glass to Churchill! 🌄 The 9 Glens of Antrim 🌊 Torr Head 😲 Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge 🌋 The Giant's Causeway ⚔️ Dunluce Castle

Trace the history of Irish traditional music with expert tour guide, Michael. Like Irish history itself, the story of Irish music is a long and colourful tale. 🎻 Irish Musical Instruments & The Harp ꩜ The Celtic Influence 🍀 The Role of The Irish Diaspora ♫ The Early 20th Century 🎶 The 1960s, 1970s, 1980s & 1990s 💚 Irish Traditional Music Today    

Ready to dive into Ireland’s culture? Travel expert Paige talks through some of the best authentic experiences you can do. Best Cultural Tours Of Ireland At A Glance 🚐 Our Most Immersive 12 Day Cultural Tour 🏝️ Breathtaking Visit to the Aran Islands 🏑 Discover Ireland’s Sports Heritage at the Michael Cusack Centre 🎶 Meet a Traditional Harp Maker in Galway 🐑 Hands-On Experience at a Sheep Farm 🥃 Authentic Irish Whiskey Tasting ⛪ Step Back in Time at Historic Jerpoint Park

Irish history expert, Derry, answers some common questions about Ireland's diaspora, genealogy and how to trace Irish roots. 🤔 Are Irish-Americans Really Irish? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Mac Vs. Mc – Which Is Irish? Which Is Scottish? 🛡️ Are Irish People Descended From Vikings? 🇺🇸 Why Are There More Irish in America Than In Ireland? ☘️ Where In Ireland Do Irish Americans Come From?  

Are you wondering what the ‘Plant a Native Tree In Ireland’ button is for on our booking page? Sustainability Executive Edwina explains what it is and why you should consider clicking this new feature to plant trees in Ireland. Benefits Of Planting Native Trees At A Glance 🕸️ Helps To Capture And Store CO2 🌳 Improves Biodiversity In Ireland 🌬️ Contributes To Clean Air 🌡️ Keeps The Climate Cool 🦔 Creates Wildlife Habitats 🐟 Flooding And Flood Damage Is Reduced 🧙‍♀️ Allows Us To Reconnect With Ancient Culture 🧠 Enhances Mental Health 

You'll be surprised at how easy it is to experience adventure in Ireland. Discover our favourite Irish walks, islands and out-of-the-way places.