The VagaBlog – Ireland Travel Blog

You've likely heard of Temple Bar and the Guinness Storehouse. Now get ready for something different. Local expert, Deirdre, helps you explore the nations capital like a local, with these distinctly non-touristy things to do in Dublin. Unique Things To Do In Dublin At A Glance 🌼 A Street Market With Added Local Flavour 🚲 A Georgian Dublin Bike Tour  ⛲ Blissful Parks & Europe's Oldest Mall 🛤️ Villages & Coastline By Train 📜 Free-To-Enter Dublin Musems 🚐 Dublin Day Tours

Read Danielle's guide to decide on the best time to visit Ireland. From seasonal weather to festivals and crowds, this guide breaks down Ireland’s weather month by month to help you decide when to travel. Best Time To Visit Ireland At A Glance 🌤️ Ireland's Famous Weather 🌼 Ireland in Spring... And Also Summer 🍂 Ireland in Fall/Autumn... And Also Winter 🥳 Public Holidays & Festivals To Note

With live music high on his priority list, Ireland travel expert Michael takes us on a tour of the best pubs in Dingle, sharing his favourite watering holes for unforgettable nights of music and craic. Many of which you can visit on our Ireland tours. Best Pubs In Dingle At A Glance 🤩 Drink Where Celebrities Drink: Dick Macks 🔨 A Pub That's Half Hardware Store: Foxy Johns ☘️ Enjoy A Proper Irish Session: Neligans 🎻 Get Your Toe Tapping With Trad Music: O'Flaherty's 💚 Meet The Locals At This Favourite Spot: O'Sullivans Courthouse Pub

When should you tip? How much to tip in Ireland? And who should you definitely NOT tip? Ireland travel expert, Johnboy, has the answers. TIPPING IN IRELAND AT A GLANCE 😋 Tipping in Irish Restaurants and Pubs 💳 Can I Use A Credit Card To Tip? 🚖 When Should I Tip Irish Taxi Drivers? What About Hotel Staff? 😎 Do I Tip My Tour Guide & Activity Suppliers On Tour?

Planning 24 hours in Dublin? Whether it’s your first visit or a quick stop on a wider Irish adventure, this one day in Dublin itinerary helps you make every moment count. 24 Hours In Dublin At A Glance 🌇 Morning: Start Your Day In Dublin Right 🕛 Midday: Explore Dublin Like a Local 🕒 Afternoon: Guinness, Parks & Hidden Gems 🌃 Evening: Pubs, Music & Great Craic!

Sliotars, 45s, and Puck Outs. Read VagaGuide Conor's guide to Ireland's most popular sports, it's history and how to play. Irish Sports At A Glance ☘️ A History of Ireland's National Sports 🏐 What is Gaelic Football? 🏑 What is Hurling? 💨 Learn How To Play  🏟️ Where Can I See A Game?

You’ve found Ireland’s best small-group tours. You’ve booked your flights. Next on the list: what to pack for Ireland? Read Jade’s expert packing tips and recommended suitcase sizes. What To Pack For Ireland At A Glance Don't Leave Without These Ireland Travel Essentials 🚨 The Best Suitcase Size For Ireland 🧳 My Recommended Ireland Packing List 😎 Pack These Extras For The Win 🤠 What You WON'T Need 🚫

Travel expert Danielle is here to wow you with her powers of persuasion. Read her reasons to visit Ireland in August 2026. Learn about weather in ireland in august, average temperatures, what to pack and the best places in Ireland to go. Ireland in August At A Glance... ☀️ Higher-Than-Average Temperatures 😎 No Extreme Heatwaves Or Wildfires 🩲What To Pack and What To Wear 🌳 Less Crowded Than Elsewhere in Europe 🚐 Superb Choice In Tour Departures ⏰ Long Daylight - Up To 16 Hours! 🌼 Wonderful August Wildlife 🎵 Lively Festivals & Events All Over Ireland 🛥️ August is Perfect for a Boat Trip

Looking for things to do in Dublin that brings Ireland’s past vividly to life?, local expert, Deirdre, highly recommends checking out the Glasnevin Cemetery Tour. Glasnevin Cemetery At A Glance 🪦 Glasnevin Cemetery Tour ☘️ Tracing Irish Family Roots 🍺 Visit Grave Diggers Pub 🗺️ How To Get To Glasnevin Cemetery?

Celebrate St Patrick's Day in Ireland, Vagabond-style. Be amazed by these off the beaten track parades in quaint Irish villages. 🗓️ When Is St. Patricks Day Parade? 🎉 Biggest Parade: Dublin 🥱 Earliest Parade: Dingle ☘️ Most Accurate: Slemish 🥾 Most Energetic: Westport ⏲️ Shortest Parade: Dripsey 🏖️ Beach Parade: The Hook 🔊 Noisiest Parade: Achill Island 🏞️ Most Off The Beaten Track Parade: Ardara