About Ireland

The Dingle Peninsula has a special kind of pull, even for our VagaGuide Brian, who finds himself drawn back here on his days off. In this guide, he shares what makes this corner of Kerry so unforgettable, from epic coastal scenery to lively towns, local crafts, traditional music and must-see experiences. Dingle is also one of our guests' favourite destinations on our Ireland Adventure Tours.

Ireland in January has a unique charm. With crisp winter weather, cosy evenings by the fire and plenty of off-season deals on flights and hotels, winter is a great time to visit Ireland. Ireland expert Danielle explains why January is a great time to visit Ireland. January In Ireland At A Glance... 🌤️ Crisp Winter Weather 🧳 Useful Packing List 😋 Lots of Tasty Things To Eat 💃 Fun Events & Festivals

According to Danielle, May In Ireland might just be the perfect balance of weather, crowds and value. Visit just before the school holidays, enjoy the warmer weather in Ireland in May, soak up some Irish sunshine and make the most of the outdoors. The Weather In Ireland In May At A Glance ☀️ Perfect Weather Conditions ✌🏻 Fewer Crowds In May ⛰️ Enjoy Outdoor Activities 💚 Epic Tours of Ireland 🧳 Packing List

Do you know your Wild Atlantic Way from your Ancient East? VagaGuide and travel expert Brian gives some basic facts about Irish geography in this fun and informative blog. The Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland At A Glance 💚 Where exactly is the world-famous Wild Atlantic Way? ✌️ Ireland is 1 island with 2 countries;  Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland ☘️ Ireland is not connected to Britain (though, at its closest, Scotland is only 12 miles away) 💶 Both Irish states have their own capital city and currency 🗺️ Ireland is divided into 32 separate counties and four provinces.

Ireland's most dangerous animals and plants are not actually that dangerous. With the help of Russ, it's time to find out exactly how safe Irish wildlife actually is. Ireland's Most Dangerous Wildlife At A Glance 🐝 Stinging Bumble Bees 🏵️ Ireland's Carnivorous Plant 🌿 Nettles That Sting 🦟 The Microscopic Midges 🕊️ Slea Head Seagulls 🦈 26ft Long Basking Sharks 🐮 Aggressive Bulls ⚡ Dangerous Jellyfish Species

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 Senior Sales and Reservations Executive 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