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Brian Barry combines the roles of 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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The Vagatron going off the beaten path in Dingle going through a shallow river in a valley

Top Hidden Gems in Ireland You Must Visit

24th October 2025
Looking to see the less touristy, undiscovered Ireland? Ireland expert Brian introduces you to some of the country's amazing hidden gems. Hidden Gems in Ireland At A Glance ๐Ÿคฏ A Mind-Blowing Viewpoint on the Ring of Kerry ๐Ÿž๏ธ A Hidden Green Valley on the Dingle Peninsula ๐Ÿ“ธ Stunning Atlantic Vistas on Valentia Island ๐ŸŒ„ A Spectacular River Trail in Mayo ๐ŸŒŠ Europe's Highest Accessible Sea Cliffs in Donegal ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ An Ancient Ring Fort on the Inishowen Peninsula โ›ฐ๏ธ An Under-Appreciated Mountain Range in Waterford โœจ A Magical Stone Circle on the Beara Peninsula ๐ŸŒฒ The Source of The River Lee in West Cork
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Quaint and colourful village street

8 Hidden Towns and Charming Villages in Ireland

22nd October 2025
Looking for quaint and charming villages in Ireland? Here are some of travel expert Brian's favourites โ€” he's been exploring Ireland just for you! Quaint Ireland Villages At A Glance ๐Ÿชท Southern Seals & Island Gardens ๐Ÿ˜Œ Easy Living By The River ๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ A Smuggler's Port in Kerry ๐ŸŒŠ Where VagaGuides Vacation ๐Ÿ˜‡ Home To Rebels & An Explorer Saint โ›ฐ๏ธ Where 3 Mountain Trails Meet ๐ŸŒ… Watch Epic Western Sunsets
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Sunset strikes the ruins of Dunluce Castle in Northern Ireland

Tour the Causeway Coastal Route With Brian

21st October 2025
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 ๐Ÿฐ Stay In A 17th Century Castle Hotel ๐ŸŽฉ Explore Quaint Carlough ๐ŸŒ„ The 9 Glens of Antrim ๐ŸŒŠ Spectacular Torr Head Views ๐Ÿ˜ฒ Cross Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge ๐ŸŒ‹ Walk Across The Giant's Causeway โš”๏ธ Visit Beautiful Dunluce Castle
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The Vagatron going off the beaten path in Dingle going through a shallow river in a valley

You Won't Believe These Off The Beaten Track Destinations In Ireland

20th October 2025
Escape to fresh air, empty roads and wild adventure. But where to start? Brian has compiled this epic guide to Ireland's most amazing off the beaten places. Off The Beaten Track Ireland At A Glance ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Furthest Point From The City ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Best Air Quality In Ireland โ›ฐ๏ธ Lowest Population Density in Ireland โ˜€๏ธ Ireland's Emptiest Beach ๐Ÿž๏ธ The Least-Visited Place In Ireland ๐Ÿงญ Ireland's Most Underrated Destination
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A panoramic view of Glendalough with a view of the lake and the round tower

The Most Scenic Places in Ireland You Must Visit

17th October 2025
Patchwork green fields. Dramatic coastlines. Rugged mountains. Digtial Marketing Executive and VagaGuide, Brian, is here to take you around some of the most scenic places in Ireland. ๐ŸŒ Amazing UNESCO World Heritage Sites ๐ŸŒ„ Awesome National Parks To Enjoy ๐ŸŒŠ Explore Spectacular Panoramic Peninsulas ๐Ÿ˜ฒ Climb Stupendously High Cliffs ๐Ÿ˜‡ Wander Through Spectacular Holy Sites
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Skellig Michael island by Michael75 on Unsplash

Your Ireland Bucket List 2026

17th October 2025
๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Breathe Ireland's Purest Air: The Skellig Islands ๐Ÿงญ Get Lost In Galway and Mayo ๐Ÿš Search Out Ireland's Emptiest Beaches โœจ Dip Your Toes In Neon Seas ๐ŸŒ  Glimpse The Northern Lights ๐Ÿš– Hail A Belfast Black Cabbie โš ๏ธ Twist & Turn On Ireland's Bendiest Road ๐Ÿšตโ€โ™€๏ธ Bike (Or Hike) A Greenway ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Down A Pint In A Hardware Store
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