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Brian Barry combines the roles of 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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Little Skellig Island off the coast of Ireland

Skellig Michael Island: Your 2025 Survival Guide

7th June 2024
Read our travel guide to Skellig Michael and Little Skellig Islands. Expert VagaGuide, Brian, gives you the lowdown on the boat trip, the summit hike and everything in between. The Skellig Islands At A Glance Where Are The Skellig Islands?πŸ“ All About Skellig Michael ⛰️ Skellig Islands FAQs πŸ€” Best Time To Visit Skellig Michael? πŸ—“οΈ Skellig Michael Checklist βœ… Alternatives To Skellig Michael πŸ›₯️
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Vagabond guests pose with the Blasket Islands in the background

Our Favourite Islands Off the Coast of Ireland

26th February 2024
Make sure you tick at least one of these spectacular islands off the coast of Ireland off your bucket list. They are our absolute must-see favourites! Best Islands In Ireland At A Glance ⛰️ Puffin-Festooned Atlantic Pyramids 🌼 A Garden Island With A Microclimate πŸŒ… Ireland's Most Famous Island Chain ☘️ Wild & Uninhabited Kerry Island πŸ’š Historic Island with Round Tower 🧭 Nature-Filled Island Off Antrim πŸ§‚ Southeast Wildlife Paradise πŸ‘οΈ Visit This Island Just Off Dublin
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Animated Ireland checklist

Your Ireland Travel Guide for 2025

12th February 2024
Get practical Ireland travel tips, learn Irish slang and even cook up an Irish recipe! This really is the ultimate Ireland travel guide for 2025 and 2026! Ireland At A Glance πŸ—ΊοΈ Ireland 101 🧳 Plan Your Trip πŸ“… Best Time to Visit 🏞️ 2025 Bucket List πŸ“Έ Dublin Travel Tips πŸ˜‰ Get to Know The Irish 🎻 TV, Books & Music πŸ₯” The Best Irish Food ☘️ Tracing Irish Roots
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A panoramic view of Glendalough with a view of the lake and the round tower

South East Ireland's Top 9 Visitor Experiences

18th January 2024
Touring south east Ireland and stuck for things to do? Local expert on the region, Brian, writes that the Ireland's Ancient East region offers intriguing travel experiences for all visitors. South East Ireland - Things To Do πŸ—ΊοΈ Map of South East Ireland 🌊 Tour The World's Oldest Lighthouse πŸ˜‡ Feel The Serenity At A 6th Century Monastic City πŸŽ…πŸ½ Visit Saint Nick's Grave At Jerpoint Park πŸ₯ƒ Taste Irish Whiskey At The Jameson Experience ☠️ Board A Famine Ship in Wexford 🚲 Bike A Greenway πŸ›‘οΈ Experience Life In 16th Century Kilkenny ✨ Learn About Crystal Glassware βš“ Make Cobh Your Final Port Of Call
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The colourful village of Allihies on the Beara peninsula

Don't Miss The Beara Peninsula!

3rd November 2023
The rugged Beara Peninsula is Ireland as you have dreamed it. Wild, winding roads lead to golden sand beaches and remote, colourful villages. Read our guide to best things to do and sights to see. The Beara Peninsula At At Glance πŸ¦… An Island Covered In Beautiful Gardens 🏰 The Last Stand of Gaelic Ireland πŸ§™ A Magically Mysterious Stone Circle β†ͺ️ Ireland's Twistiest Road 🌊 The Village At The End of Ireland
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A man and a woman on a boat trip underneath the Slieve League cliffs in the sunshine

Brian's Guide to Donegal - Coolest Place on Earth?

26th October 2023
Rugged cliffs. White sand beaches. Amazing traditional culture. Donegal expert Brian is not surprised that Lonely Planet have awarded this northwestern county in their Best In Travel 2024 accolades. Donegal At A Glance πŸ—ΊοΈ Where Is Donegal? πŸ€” Is Donegal In Northern Ireland? πŸ’š What Is Donegal Famous For? 🌊 Things To Do In Donegal πŸ˜‹ Where To Eat In Donegal
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