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Brian Barry combines the roles of Senior Digital Marketing Executive and Tour Guide at Vagabond Tours. As a published writer for Lonely Planet and an award-winning travel blogger, Brian loves to share his expert knowledge of Ireland, its myriad destinations and the very best places to go.

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An aerial view of Derrynane lake which is surrounded by beautiful landscape and mountains in the distance

Northwest Ireland – Ireland’s Best Kept Secret

25th September 2026
Discover some of Irelands best-kept secrets — just don't tell anyone! Get set for adventure in northwest Ireland with VagaGuide Brian. Northwest Ireland At A Glance... 🌬️ The Most Iconic Landscape In Ireland 😮 Ireland's Most Scenic Historic Building 🌅 The Only Fjord On The West Coast 🏝️ A Bay With 365 Islands & A Literary Landscape 🏞️ The Largest Stone Age Monument On Earth 👸 The Mountaintop Tomb of a Mythical Queen 🌊 Europe's Highest Accessible Sea Cliffs 🏰 A Cursed Castle Plus The Most Northerly Point in Ireland
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Your Ireland Bucket List 2027

15th September 2026
🌬️ Breathe Ireland's Purest Air: The Skellig Islands 🧭 Get Lost In Galway and Mayo 🐚 Search Out Ireland's Emptiest Beaches ✨ Dip Your Toes In Neon Seas 🌠 Glimpse The Northern Lights 🚖 Hail A Belfast Black Cabbie ⚠️ Twist & Turn On Ireland's Bendiest Road 🚵‍♀️ Bike (Or Hike) A Greenway 🛠️ Down A Pint In A Hardware Store
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Sunset strikes the ruins of Dunluce Castle in Northern Ireland

What To See And Do In Northern Ireland And Why You Should Visit

17th July 2026
Want to go somewhere different? Nordie expert Brian says that a Northern Ireland tour makes sense for lots of reasons. 11, to be exact. What To See And Do In Northern Ireland At A Glance 🌊 The Scenery - The North Coast 🌋 Must-See: The Giant's Causeway 😉 The People - Friendliness Personified 👻 The History – Castles, Ghosts and Ancient Ring Forts 🥾 The Chance Of Adventure 🛡️ It's One Big Game of Thrones Filmset! 🌇 Belfast: City of Culture 🧱 Storm The Walls Of Derry/Londonderry 😋 A Wee Bite to Eat: Northern Ireland Food & Drink 🎸 Northern Irish Music Rocks! ✌️ Special Offer: Two Countries for the Price of One!
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What To Do In Dingle Ireland: The Perfect Guide

3rd July 2026
Dingle is one of Ireland's most famous seaside towns. Read VagaGuide Brian's ultimate guide on how to spend your time in Dingle. What To Do In Dingle At A Glance 🗺️ Where Is Dingle? 🛥️ Horseback Riding to Sea Safaris 🍤 The Freshest Sea Food 🍻 World Famous Irish Pubs 🏨 Top Quality Hotels
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A man standing overlooking Rossbeigh beach from a viewing point

Dingle Peninsula Guide: Best Things to Do

2nd July 2026
The Dingle Peninsula has a special kind of pull, even for our VagaGuide Brian, who finds himself drawn back here on his days off. In this guide, he shares what makes this corner of Kerry so unforgettable, from epic coastal scenery to lively towns, local crafts, traditional music and must-see experiences. Dingle is also one of our guests' favourite destinations on our Ireland Adventure Tours.
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A man standing overlooking Rossbeigh beach from a viewing point

Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Points: 9 Must-See Stops in Ireland

26th June 2026
Get ready to be amazed by these unforgettable destinations along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Join Ireland expert Brian as he guides you through some of the most jaw-dropping sights on this spectacular coastal touring route. Jaw-Dropping Wild Atlantic Way Sights At A Glance 🌊 Epic Sea Cliffs in Clare and Donegal ⛰️ Amazing Mini-Tour Routes in Kerry and Mayo 😇 A Conical Mountain Blessed By A Saint 🚐 Our Favourite Secret Viewpoint 💚 The Least-Visited Southwestern Peninsula 🌊 Ireland's Most Incredible World Heritage Site
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