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Guide To Connemara Ireland - A Place of Savage Beauty

28th March 2023
Connemara carries a savage beauty, as Oscar Wilde put it. VagaGuide Sean Nee is a Galway native. Read his guide to this spectacular destination in Ireland.
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John's 9 Unbreakable Irish Food Rules

16th March 2023
Our Irish food expert and reformed VagaGuide, John, navigates your path through the rules of eating in Ireland. His essential Irish food rules in a nutshell: 🍳 Eat Dinner For Breakfast 🍞 Make Sure You Munch All 1,387 Irish Bread Varieties 🧈 Speaking of Bread, Spread Your Butter Thick 🍲 Try A Different Chowder In Every Village 🥔 All Hale The Potato! 💪 Treat Stout Like A Health Drink ☕ Brew Your Tea Strong 🍟 Chips = Crisps. Fries = Chips 🍗 Any Day Can Be Sunday Roast Day!
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A man driving a tractor covered in Irish flags on a beach with an Irish wig and glasses on

Quirky Irish Saint Patrick's Day Parades

16th March 2023
Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in Ireland, Vagabond-style. Be amazed by these off the beaten track parades in quaint Irish villages. We 💚 St Patty's day!
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A statue of St. Patrick with guests standing in front of him

What Would Ireland Be Like if We Never had Saint Patrick?

16th March 2023
What if Saint Patrick had never made the journey to Ireland? Recount the history of Ireland's patron saint, discover locations associated with the historical figure that you can visit and imagine what Ireland would be without his legacy.
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Group of musicians playing Irish songs in a pub

10 Irish Songs For Your Next Ireland Pub & Music Tour

15th March 2023
Warm up for your Ireland pub and music tour with John, a former VagaGuide and expert on all things Irish, who's here to play you his favourite traditional Irish songs. 🦪 Molly Malone 🎶 The Fields of Athenry 🌄 Wild Mountain Thyme 💕 Raglan Road 🔺 The Auld Triangle 🎻 The Wild Rover 💎 Black Velvet Band 😢 The Town I Loved So Well ☘️ Song for Ireland 👦🏼 Danny Boy
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Farmer/tour guide leaning on a gate at Jerpoint in Kilkenny

Funny Irish Phrases & Sayings

15th March 2023
What's the craic, horsebox? Fit in with the locals. Understand Irish culture. We've broken down slang in Ireland with these funny Irish phrases. 🎉 Just What Is The Craic? 👋 3 Ways To Say Hello 🙊 When Words Escape You 🤣 Slag (And Be Slagged) 🫅 How To Avoid Having Notions
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Interior of Trinity Library

The Best Books to Read About Ireland Before Your 2023 Trip

2nd March 2023
Get a flavour for this magical land with our updated list of the best books to read about Ireland.
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An apple tree with the sun shining through the leaves at sunset

Visit Ireland in October: Your Ultimate Guide

28th February 2023
Read our guide to weather, festivals and food in Ireland in October. 🌤️ Surprisingly Mild Weather 🍎 Delicous Food & Drink and Beautiful Woodlands 🎃 Plentiful Festivals & Things To Do 🛫 Off-Season Hotel & Flight Prices 😌 Less Visitors, Crowds & Queues 💰 10% Discount On All October Tours
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Vagabond Tour Group exploring Ireland with vehicle

Get The Latest Travel News For Our Tours Of Ireland

13th February 2023
Get the latest travel updates from Vagabond & Driftwood about our 2023 and 2024 tours of Ireland.
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Tron tour vehicle on a scenic beach in Northern Ireland

No Better Time To Book The Best Value Ireland Tours

3rd January 2023
No better place to escape to than Ireland. No better time to come than 2023. Founder Rob explains why value lies at the heart of Vagabond and Driftwood Tours of Ireland. ⏳ Book Early, Save $$$s 💰 Take Advantage Of Exchange Rates 💺 Free Seat Hold Service & Flat-Rate Deposits 🗓️ 21 Years Experience Touring 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Small-Group = Personal Service 🕗 Full Days on Tour & Amazing Reviews
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