The Vagabond Blog – Ireland Travel Guide

Kilkenny may be Ireland's smallest city, but dont let its size fool you. Nestled in Ireland's Ancient East, this medieval gem offers a vibrant blend of history, culture and great craic. Check out VagaGuide, Brian's helpful blog on how to spend your time in Kilkenny. Kilkenny At A Glance 📍 Where Is Kilkenny? 🏰 History, Culture And Outdoor Activities 🍔 Kilkenny's food scene 🍻 Kilkenny's Best Pubs 🛏️ Cosy Hotels

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 🦃 Traditional Irish Christmas Dinner — Heavenly! 💪 Stamina Is Required 🥂 Irish People Imbibe A Variety Of Christmas Drinks 🍰 We Always Leave Room For Irish Christmas Desserts 🎅 ...And Interesting Things Left Out For Santa

With her mouth half-full of mince pie, cranberry sauce expert, Amy, explains the Christmas traditions in Ireland celebrated each December CHRISTMAS IN IRELAND At A Glance 🎅🏻 Christmas In Ireland Is Widely Celebrated 🏊‍♀️ Irish People Do Some Surprising Things On Christmas Day ⛄ It Rarely Snows In Ireland At Christmas 🎄 Spectacular Christmas Markets Around The Country 🦃 Irish People Eat Alot Of Food At Christmas (Not Just Christmas Dinner) 🎶 In A Nutshell, Ireland Is The Best Place To Celebrate Christmas

Can you surf in Ireland? You better believe it! VagaGuide Brian shares his favourite surf spots, his tips for coldwater surfing in Ireland and handy info like sea temperatures. 🏄🏼 The History Of Irish Surfing 🤙🏻 Where To Surf In Ireland 🌊 Ireland's Big Wave Surf Scene 🌡️ How Cold Is Surfing In Ireland? 🚐 Surfing On A Vagabond Adventure Tour

Considering a Ring of Kerry tour? Step onboard! VagaGuide Brian knows this popular route inside out. The Ring Of Kerry At A Glance 💍 So What Is The Ring Of Kerry 🚐 Best Way To Tour The Ring Of Kerry 💚 Our Favourite Things To Do In The Region 🧭 Where To Go On The Ring Of Kerry 🦞 Tasty Places To Eat Local Food

Do you want to visit castles in Ireland? Experience the breathtaking scenery of the Wild Atlantic Way? Jump aboard with Priscilla to share this 7 Day Ireland tour diary. 7 Day Castles & Kingdoms Ireland Tour At A Glance ☘️ Day 1- Cliffs of Moher, The Burren & Galway City 🏰 Day 2 - Castle Stay, Sheep Farm Tour & Boat Trip 💍 Day 3 - Touring Ring of Kerry, Valentia & Skellig Islands 🐴 Day 4 - A Magic Circle & A Horse Carriage Ride 📜 Day 5 - Historic House Tour & Ancient Monuments ⛵ Day 6 - Meeting Michael, Exploring Kinsale & West Cork 💚 Day 7 - Talkin' Blarney & Stormin' Cahir Castle

VagaGuide Brian is here with an updated 2024 travel guide to the famous characters and amazing locations that make Sligo — located in northwestern Ireland — such a special place. Sligo At A Glance 📍 Sligo Is Located In Irelands' Northwest ✍️ Discover Sligo's Famous Poets, Rebels & Artists 🌄 Enjoy Scenic Mountain Landscapes 🥾 Go Surfing Or Hike To Meet A Mythical Queen... 🌿 ...Then Soak In A Seaweed Bath

Discover some of Irelands best-kept secrets — just don't tell anyone! Get set for adventure in northwest Ireland with VagaGuide Brian. Northwest Ireland At A Glance... 🌬️ The Most Iconic Landscape In Ireland 😮 Ireland's Most Scenic Historic Building 🌅 The Only Fjord On The West Coast 🏝️ A Bay With 365 Islands & A Literary Landscape 🏞️ The Largest Stone Age Monument On Earth 👸 The Mountaintop Tomb of a Mythical Queen 🌊 Europe's Highest Accessible Sea Cliffs 🏰 A Cursed Castle Plus The Most Northerly Point in Ireland

Touring south east Ireland and stuck for things to do? Local expert on the region, Brian, writes that the Ireland's Ancient East region offers intriguing travel experiences for all visitors. Things To Do In Ireland's South East At A Glance 🗺️ Map of South East Ireland 🌊 Tour The World's Oldest Lighthouse 😇 Feel The Serenity At A 6th Century Monastic City 🥃 Taste Irish Whiskey At The Jameson Experience ☠️ Board A Famine Ship in Wexford 🚲 Bike A Greenway 🛡️ Experience Life In 16th Century Kilkenny ✨ Learn About Crystal Glassware ⚓ Make Cobh Your Final Port Of Call

Experience the joy of genuine Irish handmade products. Pottery, crystal or woollens; your VagaGuide will point you in the right direction. Vagabond Co-founder Amy introduces you to some of her favourites. Best Crafts In Ireland At A Glance 💎 Dingle Crystal with Sean Daly 🧶 Eddie Doherty's Handweaving, Donegal 🌾 Traditional Roof Thatching