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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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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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Our Ireland tours regularly visit the Cliffs of Moher for beautiful sunsets like this

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 ๐Ÿ’š Where exactly is the world-famous Wild Atlantic Way? โœŒ๏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) ๐Ÿ’ถ Both Irish states have their own capital city and currency ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Ireland is divided into 32 separate counties and four provinces.
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Westport Town on a sunny day with trees and a river in view

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 ๐ŸŒณ Westport ๐ŸŽป Dingle ๐ŸŽจ Kinsale ๐Ÿฐ Kilkenny ๐ŸŒŠ Kinvara ๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Cong ๐ŸŒผ Kenmare ๐Ÿฆ… Dunfanaghy ๐ŸŒ„ Allihies
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Sunset strikes the ruins of Dunluce Castle in Northern Ireland

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 ๐Ÿฐ Stay In A 17th Century Castle Hotel ๐ŸŽฉ Stay In Quaint Carlough ๐ŸŒ„ The 9 Glens of Antrim ๐ŸŒŠ Torr Head ๐Ÿ˜ฒ Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge ๐ŸŒ‹ The Giant's Causeway โš”๏ธ Dunluce Castle
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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?๐Ÿ“ All About Skellig Michael โ›ฐ๏ธ Skellig Islands FAQs ๐Ÿค” Best Time To Visit Skellig Michael? ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Skellig Michael Checklist โœ… Alternatives To Skellig Michael ๐Ÿ›ฅ๏ธ
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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! Here is travel expert Brian's ultimate Ireland travel guide for 2025 and 2026! Ireland At A Glance ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Ireland 101 ๐Ÿงณ Plan Your Trip ๐Ÿ“… Best Time to Visit ๐Ÿž๏ธ 2025 Bucket List ๐Ÿ“ธ Dublin Travel Tips ๐Ÿ˜‰ Get to Know The Irish ๐ŸŽป TV, Books & Music ๐Ÿฅ” The Best Irish Food โ˜˜๏ธ Tracing Irish Roots
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