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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.

Blog Articles

The Most Beautiful Places in Ireland Blog Post - Sunset at the Clifss of Moher in Ireland

The Most Beautiful Places to See in Ireland

1st May 2026
Ireland is a wee (small) country but you won't believe how much you can see on such a small island. Hereโ€™s our list of the most beautiful places to see in Ireland to help get you started. Beautiful Places To See In Ireland At A Glance ๐ŸŒŠ See The Mighty Cliffs of Moher ๐Ÿž๏ธ Stroll around Killarney National Park  โ›ฐ๏ธ Take A Boat Trip To Skellig Michael ๐ŸŒŒ Stargaze at Malin Head ๐ŸŒณ Hike your way around Glendalough ๐Ÿชจ Visit The World Heritage Site The Giant's Causeway  โ›ต๏ธ Try Amazing Food In Kinsale ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Achill Island Is Home To Ireland's Best Beaches
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A veggie burger with a side of chips

Eating Vegetarian in Ireland

26th January 2026
Brian has been vegan for several years. Full of beans and enthusiasm, he knows it can be daunting travelling anywhere as a vegetarian. Don't let that put you off coming to Ireland, is Brian's strong advice. Eating Vegetarian At A Glance ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Is It Difficult To Eat Vegetarian In Ireland? ๐Ÿณ What Options For Breakfast? ๐Ÿฅช Lunch Options ๐Ÿฅ˜ What's For Dinner? ๐Ÿฅ— Eating Vegetarian On a Vagabond Tour.
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Surfing on the Wild Atlantic Way

13th November 2025
Can you surf in Ireland? You better believe it! VagaGuide Brian shares his favourite surf spots, his tips for coldwater surfing in Ireland and handy info like sea temperatures. ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿผ The History Of Irish Surfing ๐Ÿค™๐Ÿป Where To Surf In Ireland ๐ŸŒŠ Ireland's Big Wave Surf Scene ๐ŸŒก๏ธ How Cold Is Surfing In Ireland? ๐Ÿš Surfing On A Vagabond Adventure Tour
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The ring of kerry with patchwork green fields and islands in view

Ring of Kerry: Your Ultimate Guide

5th November 2025
Considering a Ring of Kerry tour? Step onboard! VagaGuide Brian knows this popular route inside out. The Ring Of Kerry At A Glance ๐Ÿ’ So What Is The Ring Of Kerry ๐Ÿš Best Way To Tour The Ring Of Kerry ๐Ÿ’š Our Favourite Things To Do In The Region ๐Ÿงญ Where To Go On The Ring Of Kerry ๐Ÿฆž Tasty Places To Eat Local Food
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Aerial shot of scenic Mullaghmore peninsula in Sligo, Ireland

Travel Guide To Sligo: Not So Normal People & Extraordinary Places

3rd November 2025
VagaGuide Brian is here with an updated 2024 travel guide to the famous characters and amazing locations that make Sligo โ€” located in northwestern Ireland โ€” such a special place. Sligo At A Glance ๐Ÿ“ Sligo Is Located In Irelands' Northwest โœ๏ธ Discover Sligo's Famous Poets, Rebels & Artists ๐ŸŒ„ Enjoy Scenic Mountain Landscapes ๐Ÿฅพ Go Surfing Or Hike To Meet A Mythical Queen... ๐ŸŒฟ ...Then Soak In A Seaweed Bath
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An aerial view of Derrynane lake which is surrounded by beautiful landscape and mountains in the distance

Northwest Ireland โ€“ Irelandโ€™s Best Kept Secret

31st October 2025
Discover some of Irelands best-kept secrets โ€” just don't tell anyone! Get set for adventure in northwest Ireland with VagaGuide Brian. Northwest Ireland At A Glance... ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ The Most Iconic Landscape In Ireland ๐Ÿ˜ฎ Ireland's Most Scenic Historic Building ๐ŸŒ… The Only Fjord On The West Coast ๐Ÿ๏ธ A Bay With 365 Islands & A Literary Landscape ๐Ÿž๏ธ The Largest Stone Age Monument On Earth ๐Ÿ‘ธ The Mountaintop Tomb of a Mythical Queen ๐ŸŒŠ Europe's Highest Accessible Sea Cliffs ๐Ÿฐ A Cursed Castle Plus The Most Northerly Point in Ireland
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