The Vagabond Blog – Ireland Travel Guide

Looking for quaint and charming villages in Ireland? Here are some of travel expert Brian's favourites — he's been exploring Ireland just for you! Quaint Ireland Villages At A Glance 🪷 Southern Seals & Island Gardens 😌 Easy Living By The River 🏴‍☠️ A Smuggler's Port in Kerry 🌊 Where VagaGuides Vacation 😇 Home To Rebels & An Explorer Saint ⛰️ Where 3 Mountain Trails Meet 🌅 Watch Epic Western Sunsets

Dozens of festivals happen around Ireland each summer. Here are some of Danielle's favourites for 2026. Expect folksy culture, weird and wonderful themes in quaint local towns. 👸🏻 Mary From Dungloe 📖 Cape Clear Storytelling Festival 🎪 Féile an Phobail / Festival of the People 🎭 Kilkenny Arts Festival 🐴 Connemara Pony Show ⛵ Galway Hooker Festival / Cruinniú na mBád 💚 Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival 🐐 Puck Fair

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 🏰 Stay In A 17th Century Castle Hotel 🎩 Explore Quaint Carlough 🌄 The 9 Glens of Antrim 🌊 Spectacular Torr Head Views 😲 Cross Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge 🌋 Walk Across The Giant's Causeway ⚔️ Visit Beautiful Dunluce Castle

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 🗺️ Furthest Point From The City 🌬️ Best Air Quality In Ireland ⛰️ Lowest Population Density in Ireland ☀️ Ireland's Emptiest Beach 🏞️ The Least-Visited Place In Ireland 🧭 Ireland's Most Underrated Destination

🌬️ Breathe Ireland's Purest Air: The Skellig Islands 🧭 Get Lost In Galway and Mayo 🐚 Search Out Ireland's Emptiest Beaches ✨ Dip Your Toes In Neon Seas 🌠 Glimpse The Northern Lights 🚖 Hail A Belfast Black Cabbie ⚠️ Twist & Turn On Ireland's Bendiest Road 🚵‍♀️ Bike (Or Hike) A Greenway 🛠️ Down A Pint In A Hardware Store

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. 🌍 Amazing UNESCO World Heritage Sites 🌄 Awesome National Parks To Enjoy 🌊 Explore Spectacular Panoramic Peninsulas 😲 Climb Stupendously High Cliffs 😇 Wander Through Spectacular Holy Sites

Trace the history of Irish traditional music with expert tour guide, Michael. Like Irish history itself, the story of Irish music is a long and colourful tale. History Of Irish Music At A Glance 🎻 Irish Musical Instruments & The Harp ꩜ The Celtic Influence 🍀 The Role of The Irish Diaspora ♫ The Early 20th Century 🎶 The 1960s, 1970s, 1980s & 1990s 💚 Irish Traditional Music Today 🚐 Experience Irish Music On Tour

Stay at Ballyseede Castle Hotel; an elegant Irish hotel on the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way. Reservations Supervisor John introduces you to a night of royalty. Staying In An Irish Castle At A Glance 🏰 Why You'll Love It. 👑 Live Like Lords & Ladies! 🍝 Dining at Ballyseede Castle Hotel. 🏞️ Things To Do Near The Castle.

Westport is a cosy, picturesque town in County Mayo, nestled on Ireland's stunning west coast. Catch up with local tour guide Brian as he introduces you to Westport's unique character, fantastic food scene, welcoming pubs, and comfortable accommodation options. Westport At A Glance 🗺️ Where Is Westport? 🏞️ From Mountain Hikes to Coastal Cycles 🍽️ Culinary Delights: Westport's Food Scene 🍻 Best Pubs And Local Craic 🏨 Top Of The Range Hotels

Are you planning a trip to Ireland in October? Whether you're visiting the home of Halloween for freaky festivities or travelling to see the autumnal colours, this is a fantastic time to visit Ireland. Read Danielle's guide to weather, festivals and food in Ireland in October. October In Ireland At A Glance... 🌤️ Prepare for Changeable Weather  🧳 Pack Light Layers 🎃 Plentiful Festivals & Things To Do 🍎 Enjoy Delicous Food & Beautiful Woodlands 💰 Discounts on Hotels, Flights & Tours