About Ireland

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

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

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

VagaGuide and Ireland travel expert, Brian, just couldn't resist showing you these jaw-dropping photos of the Ireland's Ancient East region. Ireland's Ancient East At A Glance ⛰️ Ireland's Largest Upland Wilderness 🌊 The World's Oldest Operating Lighthouse 🦀 Ireland's Secret Gourmet Capital 🛡️ The Medieval Capital of Ireland 🐚 A Spectacular (But Undervisited) Coastline 🏰 Medieval Ruins & Lost Villages ⚔️ Ireland's First City, Founded By Vikings 🥃 The Most Famous Irish Whiskey Distillery

After years of in-depth research, Irish food expert Shauna breaks down exactly what's in an Irish breakfast. Irish Breakfasts At A Glance 🥓 The Essentials of a Full Irish Breakfast 🥣 Local & Regional Variations 🥔 You Can't Miss These Side Dishes 🍟 Controversy! Breakfast Inclusions & Debates 🐟 Alternatives to the Traditional Breakfast

There's a food festival in Ireland for you, no matter your taste or which month you're visiting Ireland in 2025.