The Vagabond Blog – Ireland Travel Guide

Summer in Ireland is magic. Take advantage of long days, great food, friendly locals and fun times on one of our epic small-group tours of Ireland. Our Sales & Reservations expert Danielle looks at just some of the telltale signs we know summer is here. Summer In Ireland At A Glance... ☀️ See That Famous Irish Farmer's Tan 🍦 Time To Taste The 99 Irish Ice Cream 🍻 Our Beer Gardens Come Alive 😎 Enjoy Long Daylight Hours 🔥 Outdoor Barbecue Dining Begins 🍓 Strawberries For Sale On The Roadside 💬 Non-Stop Chat About The Weather

Travel expert Michael answers your questions about why Driftwood Tours are the best guided Ireland bus tours for seniors. Ireland Tours for Seniors At A Glance 💚 Small Group = Personal Service 😌 Easy Pace Means No Rushing Around! 🏰 Quality Time At Each Location 💰 Superb Value 🐑 Authentic Irish Culture & Amazing Experiences 🍲 Great Food & Music 🚐 Convenient Tour Pickup Point

How does July in Ireland stack up against the other months when it comes to travelling the Emerald Isle? Discover Danielle's expert guide to the weather, what to pack and where to go on your next July vacation in Ireland. July in Ireland At A Glance... 🌤️ Warm Weather & Long Daylight Hours 🧳 What To Pack 🕙 Is Ireland Crowded In July? 🎉 Festivals In Ireland in July 💭 Reasons our guests love July in Ireland

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 🌳 Westport 🎻 Dingle 🎨 Kinsale 🏰 Kilkenny 🌊 Kinvara 📽️ Cong 🌼 Kenmare 🦅 Dunfanaghy 🌄 Allihies

Travel expert Danielle is here to wow you with her powers of persuasion. Read her reasons to visit Ireland in August 2025. Learn about Irish weather, average temperatures, what to pack and the best places in Ireland to go. August In Ireland 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 🏑 See an Exciting GAA Game

Experience the joy of genuine Irish handmade products. Pottery, marble, crystal or woollens; your VagaGuide will point you in the right direction. A Guide To The Best Crafts In Ireland - Quick Links 💎 Dingle Crystal with Sean Daly 🧶 Eddie Doherty's Handweaving, Donegal 💚 Connemara Marble in Galway 🌾 Traditional Roof Thatching  

Dozens of festivals happen around Ireland each summer. Here are some of Danielle's favourites for 2025. Expect folksy culture, weird and wonderful themes in quaint local towns.

Ready to dive into Ireland’s culture? Travel expert Paige talks through some of the best authentic experiences you can do. Best Cultural Tours Of Ireland At A Glance 🚐 Our Most Immersive 12 Day Cultural Tour 🏝️ Breathtaking Visit to the Aran Islands 🏑 Discover Ireland’s Sports Heritage at the Michael Cusack Centre 🎶 Meet a Traditional Harp Maker in Galway 🐑 Hands-On Experience at a Sheep Farm 🥃 Authentic Irish Whiskey Tasting

Rob is here to tell you how Vagabond are making the best small-group tours of Ireland even better in 2025. Read about amazing new itineraries, destinations and things to do. Let’s see what’s new for 2025! What's New in 2025 At A Glance 🎶 Dive Into New Tour Itineraries 🚴‍♀️ Learn About Exciting New Activities 😎 Meet Our New Team 🏨 Check Out Our New Hotels ⛽ New HVO Fuel & Awards  

Mince pie expert Amy explains what foods Irish people eat at Christmas time. And yes, we really do leave beer for Santa! Christmas Food In Ireland At A Glance 🦃 Christmas Dinner Is A Serious Affair In Ireland 💪 Stamina Is Required 🥂 Irish People Imbibe A Variety Of Christmas Drinks 🍰 We Always Leave Room For Dessert 🎅 ...And Interesting Things For Santa