About Ireland

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

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 😋 Tipping in Irish Restaurants and Pubs 💳 Can I Use A Credit Card To Tip? 🚖 When Should I Tip Irish Taxi Drivers? What About Hotel Staff? 😎 Do I Tip My Tour Guide & Activity Suppliers On Tour?

Northern Ireland music rocks! Here's our top 10 songs of the wee country. Tour guide and Irish music guru Michael introduces the best music from Northern Ireland. Top Songs Of Northern Ireland At A Glance 👁️ Brown Eyed Girl 💚 The Town I Loved So Well 🤘🏻 Teenage Kicks 👨🏻‍🎤 Alternative Ulster 🏝️ The Island 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Belfast Child 👩🏻‍🚀 Girl from Mars 👩🏻 Mary 🚗 Chasing Cars 🎻 Carrickfergus

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

Irish history expert, Derry, introduces the work of a professional Irish genealogist and an interesting recent case linked to polar explorer, Ernest Shackleton.

Turnip-carving expert Derry has spent years hiding golden rings in cakes. Why? To create this guide to Halloween in Ireland. Irish traditions will surprise you! Halloween In Ireland At A Glance 💀 How Halloween Began In Ireland 🎃 Irish Halloween Traditions, Foods & More Historical Background 👺 The Origins Of Trick Or Treating, Pumpkin-Carving, Bonfires & Fancy Dress