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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.

Cup of tea with teapot and pack of Tayto crisps in Ireland

What Are Some Things The Irish Do Best?

14th March 2022
To celebrate Saint Patrick's Day 2024, Amy asked us to tell him - what are some things that the Irish are best in the world at? If you can't get to Ireland for Saint Patty's Day, here are some really simple ways you can celebrate Irish culture. Or anytime really! ☕ Drink Tea And Eat Crisps 🍿 Watch Irish TV & Movies ⛰️ Soak Up Nature & Wildlife 🥧 Cook Up Some Irish Comfort Food 💃 Learn Irish Dancing Or Listen To Live Irish Music 🏰 Read Irish History Or Literature 🏑 Play Some Gaelic Sports
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A view of Ballintoy harbour which was featured in HBO series Game of Thrones

9 TV Shows & Movies Shot on location in Ireland

5th November 2021
From Game of Thrones to The Quiet Man, Ireland has long served as the scenic backdrop to movies and TV shows. How many did you know were filmed in Ireland?
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Red haired redhead from Ireland

Are All Redheads From Ireland?

3rd November 2021
Our very own resident redhead and former VagaGuide Edwina — otherwise known as Ed the Red — answers your questions about redheads in Ireland. Everything You Need To Know About Redheads At A Glance ✅ Some Red-Hot Redhead Facts ❤️ Growing Up In Ireland As A Ginger In Ireland ☘️ Redhead Folklore in Ireland 🏴‍☠️ Ireland's Most Famous Redhead 💚 Are All Redheads Irish? 🦸🏻‍♀️ Redhead Superpowers We Possess 🤩 Ireland's Celebrity Redheads  👩‍🦰 Vagabond's Redhead Guides
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The sun setting over Newgrange

Newgrange And The Winter and Summer Solstices

17th December 2020
Explore prehistoric Ireland with us at ancient monuments. Learn more about the Summer and Winter Solstices right here.
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Fairy Tree in Killary Harbour

Do Irish People Believe In Fairies?

13th September 2020
You may be surprised to learn that, in Ireland, fairies are not just part of Irish history and mythology. Belief in the 'Little People' is still alive and well.
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Scenic sheep on Bray Head in Kerry, Ireland

Is There Dangerous Wildlife In Ireland?

31st August 2020
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
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