
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
๐ก๏ธ Waterford: The Viking City
๐ Galway: The Friendly City
๐ฐ Kilkenny: The Marble City
๐งฑ Derry/Londonderry: The Walled City
๐๏ธ Cork: The Real Capital
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Limerick: The Treaty City
๐ณ๏ธ Belfast: Home of the Titanic
๐ Dublin: The Big Smoke
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Where Is The Wild Atlantic Way? Plus More Ireland Facts + Maps
26th March 2025
Do you know your Wild Atlantic Way from your Ancient East? VagaGuide and travel expert Brian gives some basic facts about Irish geography in this fun and informative blog.
The Wild Atlantic Way At A Glance
๐ Where exactly is the world-famous Wild Atlantic Way?
โ๏ธ Ireland is 1 island with 2 countries; Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
โ๏ธ Ireland is not connected to Britain (though, at its closest, Scotland is only 12 miles away)
๐ถ Both Irish states have their own capital city and currency
๐บ๏ธ Ireland is divided into 32 separate counties and four provinces.
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Top 9 Prettiest Towns and Villages in Ireland
12th February 2025
One of the first things you'll notice in Ireland is a lack of big cities. Outside of the urban capitals - Dublin and Belfast - charming villages and small towns dot the countryside. Travel expert Brian takes you on a tour through some of his favourites.
The Prettiest Towns and Villages in Ireland At A Glance
๐ณ Westport
๐ป Dingle
๐จ Kinsale
๐ฐ Kilkenny
๐ Kinvara
๐ฝ๏ธ Cong
๐ผ Kenmare
๐ฆ
Dunfanaghy
๐ Allihies
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Tour the Causeway Coastal Route with Brian
25th November 2024
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
๐ฐ Stay In A 17th Century Castle Hotel
๐ฉ Stay In Quaint Carlough
๐ The 9 Glens of Antrim
๐ Torr Head
๐ฒ Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
๐ The Giant's Causeway
โ๏ธ Dunluce Castle
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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?๐
All About Skellig Michael โฐ๏ธ
Skellig Islands FAQs ๐ค
Best Time To Visit Skellig Michael? ๐๏ธ
Skellig Michael Checklist โ
Alternatives To Skellig Michael ๐ฅ๏ธ
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Your Ireland Travel Guide for 2025
12th February 2024
Get practical Ireland travel tips, learn Irish slang and even cook up an Irish recipe! Here is travel expert Brian's ultimate Ireland travel guide for 2025 and 2026!
Ireland At A Glance
๐บ๏ธ Ireland 101
๐งณ Plan Your Trip
๐
Best Time to Visit
๐๏ธ 2025 Bucket List
๐ธ Dublin Travel Tips
๐ Get to Know The Irish
๐ป TV, Books & Music
๐ฅ The Best Irish Food
โ๏ธ Tracing Irish Roots
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