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We love Ireland! We know a wee bit about Irish culture too.

Discover amazing facts and fun stories from the folklore, music and history of Ireland.

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Tipping In Ireland: How Much?

12th July 2024
When should you tip in Ireland? How much? And who should you definitely NOT tip? Ireland travel expert, Johnboy, has the answers. TIPPING IN IRELAND AT A GLANCE πŸ˜‹ Tipping in Irish Restaurants and Pubs πŸ’³ Can I Use A Credit Card To Tip? πŸš– When Should I Tip Irish Taxi Drivers? What About Hotel Staff? 😎 Do I Tip My Tour Guide & Activity Suppliers On Tour?
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John's 9 Unbreakable Irish Food Rules

2nd May 2024
Our Irish food expert and reformed VagaGuide, John, navigates your path through the rules of eating in Ireland. Irish Food Rules At A Glance 🍳 Eat Dinner For Breakfast 🍞 Make Sure You Munch All 1,387 Irish Bread Varieties 🧈 Speaking of Bread, Spread Your Butter Thick 🍲 Try A Different Chowder In Every Village πŸ₯” All Hale The Potato! πŸ’ͺ Treat Stout Like A Health Drink β˜• Brew Your Tea Strong 🍟 Chips = Crisps. Fries = Chips πŸ— Any Day Can Be Sunday Roast Day!
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What Are The Best Ireland Tours for Seniors?

2nd May 2024
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 πŸ’š Small Group = Personal Service 😌 Easy Pace Means No Rushing Around! 🏰 Quality Time At Each Location πŸ’° Superb Value πŸ‘ Authentic Irish Culture & Amazing Experiences 🍲 Great Food & Music 🚐 Convenient Tour Pickup Point
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Ireland in September 2025? Why You Should Look at Going

2nd May 2024
Ireland in September can be quite delightful. With settled weather and bright evenings β€” not forgetting those all-important flight and hotel deals! β€” Danielle firmly believes early autumn is an ideal time to plan a small-group tour to Ireland. September In Ireland At A Glance... 🌀️ Settled Weather Patterns 🧳 Simple Packing List πŸ˜‹ Lots of Delicious Things To Eat πŸ’ƒ Fun Events & Festivals πŸ’š Epic Tours of Ireland
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What Would Ireland Be Like Without Saint Patrick?

16th March 2024
With Patty's Day 2024 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 πŸ˜‡ Shock Horror! Saint Patrick Wasn't From Ireland β›ͺ 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. πŸ₯³ Paddy's Day Became A Global Party Largely Due To Emigration πŸ’š Green Is Not The Only Colour Associated With Patrick (Or Ireland) ⛰️ There Are Countless Places Named After Patrick (Like This Holy Mountain)
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Nancy standing outside what was once her grandmothers home

How Nancy Came Back to Her Irish Roots

26th February 2024
Read about how one Vagabond traced her Irish roots to a tiny village in Ireland.
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