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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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Waves and blue sky with clouds in Clare, Ireland

Fall in Love with County Clare on a Vagabond Tour

16th June 2025
Clare is undoubtedly one of Ireland's most scenic and interesting counties. VagaGuide Brian takes you on a tour through this breathtaking region, taking you to some of the most iconic spots, as well as those off the beaten track destinations. Clare At A Glance ๐Ÿ“ Where Oh Where Is Clare? ๐Ÿคฉ The Fabulous Cliffs of Moher ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ The Lovely Towns of Clare ๐ŸŽถ Traditional Irish Music in Clare ๐ŸŒ„ The Mystical Burren ๐Ÿ’š Loop Head & Scattery Island
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Guests hiking in Glenveagh National Park

5 Beautiful National Parks of the Wild Atlantic Way

17th April 2025
Take a whirlwind tour of the Irish National Parks to be found along the Wild Atlantic Way with VagaGuide Brian. Make sure you read to the end for a special, bonus national park. Wild Atlantic Way National Parks At A Glance ๐Ÿž๏ธ Killarney National Park ๐Ÿชจ The Burren National Park โ›ฐ๏ธ Connemara National Park ๐ŸŒŠ Wild Nephin Ballycroy National Park ๐Ÿฐ Glenveagh National Park ๐Ÿ“ธ Wicklow Mountains National Park
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Sunset strikes the ruins of Dunluce Castle in Northern Ireland

11 Reasons to Tour Northern Ireland in 2025

15th April 2025
Want to go somewhere different? Nordie expert Brian says that a Northern Ireland tour in 2025 makes sense for lots of reasons. 11, to be exact. Northern Ireland At A Glance ๐ŸŒŠ The Scenery - The North Coast ๐ŸŒ‹ Must-See: The Giant's Causeway ๐Ÿ˜‰ The People - Friendliness Personified ๐Ÿ‘ป The History โ€“ Castles, Ghosts and Ancient Ring Forts ๐Ÿฅพ The Chance Of Adventure ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ It's One Big Game of Thrones Filmset! ๐ŸŒ‡ Belfast: City of Culture ๐Ÿงฑ Storm The Walls Of Derry/Londonderry ๐Ÿ˜‹ A Wee Bite to Eat: Northern Ireland Food & Drink ๐ŸŽธ Northern Irish Music Rocks! โœŒ๏ธ Special Offer: Two Countries for the Price of One!
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The colourful village of Allihies on the Beara peninsula

Don't Miss The Beara Peninsula!

4th April 2025
The rugged Beara Peninsula is Ireland as you have dreamed it. Wild, winding roads lead to golden sand beaches and remote, colourful villages. Travel expert Brian introduces the best things to do and his favourite sights to see. The Beara Peninsula At At Glance ๐Ÿฆ… An Island Covered In Beautiful Gardens ๐Ÿฐ The Last Stand of Gaelic Ireland ๐Ÿง™ A Magically Mysterious Stone Circle โ†ช๏ธ Ireland's Twistiest Road ๐ŸŒŠ The Village At The End of Ireland
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A Vagabond group on a hike on the Cliffs of Moher

Explore The Cliffs of Moher and The Burren

3rd April 2025
Don't just see the Cliffs of Moher; discover the surrounding region of The Burren in county Clare. Travel expert Brian introduces you to this otherworldly landscape that feels somewhat like Middle Earth and has so much to offer! The Burren At A Glance ๐ŸŒ… The Unmissable Cliffs of Moher ๐Ÿค” Where Is The Burren? ๐Ÿฎ How Was The Burren Formed? ๐Ÿค˜ The Burren Rocks! ๐ŸŒธ The Rare Flora of The Burren โ˜ ๏ธ 5,000 Years Of History ๐ŸŽป The Place For Traditional Music
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Ha'penny Bridge in Dublin Blog Card for Best Cities in Ireland by Vagabond Tours

The Best Cities in Ireland

27th March 2025
Though Ireland is rightly famous for its beautiful countryside, our cities boast their own charms. You will have heard of Dublin. But why stop there? Cork local and VagaGuide, Brian, takes you on a tour of the best cities to visit in Ireland. Best Cities In Ireland At A Glance ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Waterford: The Viking City ๐Ÿ˜„ Galway: The Friendly City ๐Ÿฐ Kilkenny: The Marble City ๐Ÿงฑ Derry/Londonderry: The Walled City ๐Ÿ™๏ธ Cork: The Real Capital ๐ŸŒ… Limerick: The Treaty City ๐Ÿ›ณ๏ธ Belfast: Home of the Titanic ๐Ÿ’™ Dublin: The Big Smoke
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