About Ireland

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! 🎉 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

With St. Patrick's Day 2025 upon us, Irish expert Derry asks: what would we do without Paddy? And what is the REAL history of Saint Patrick and his festival? History of Saint Patrick At A Glance 😇 Shock Horror! Saint Patrick Wasn't From Ireland ⛪ Neither Was He The First Person To Evangelise In Ireland ☘️ March 17th Marks His Death (You Can Visit His Grave In Northern Ireland) 🐍 False: Patty Banished Snakes. True: It Was The Ice Age. 🥳 Paddy's Day Became A Global Party Largely Due To Emigration 💚 Green Is Not The Only Colour Associated With Patrick (Or Ireland) ⛰️ There Are Countless Places Named After Patrick (Like This Holy Mountain)

What is solo travel to Ireland like on a small-group tour? Travel expert Paige answers all of your questions and concerns in this handy guide. Solo Travel To Ireland At A Glance 🥰 Ireland Is Super Friendly & Safe 👩‍❤️‍👩 New Friendships On Tour Are Very Common 👴 Solo Travel Suits All Ages In Ireland 🚐 Solo Travel Is Better In Small Groups 💰 Your Solo Tour Doesn't Have To Cost More 🌇 Dublin Is A Haven for Solo Travellers

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

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