The Best Cities in Ireland
27th March 2025
Though Ireland is rightly famous for its beautiful countryside, our cities boast their own charms. You will have heard of Dublin. But why stop there? Cork local and VagaGuide, Brian, takes you on a tour of the best cities to visit in Ireland.
Best Cities In Ireland At A Glance
๐ก๏ธ Waterford: The Viking City
๐ Galway: The Friendly City
๐ฐ Kilkenny: The Marble City
๐งฑ Derry/Londonderry: The Walled City
๐๏ธ Cork: The Real Capital
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Limerick: The Treaty City
๐ณ๏ธ Belfast: Home of the Titanic
๐ Dublin: The Big Smoke
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Where Is The Wild Atlantic Way? Plus More Ireland Facts + Maps
26th March 2025
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 At A Glance
๐ Where exactly is the world-famous Wild Atlantic Way?
โ๏ธ Ireland is 1 island with 2 countries; Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
โ๏ธ Ireland is not connected to Britain (though, at its closest, Scotland is only 12 miles away)
๐ถ Both Irish states have their own capital city and currency
๐บ๏ธ Ireland is divided into 32 separate counties and four provinces.
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You Know It's Summer in Ireland When...
7th March 2025
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...
โ๏ธ See That Famous Irish Farmer's Tan
๐ฆ Time To Taste The 99 Irish Ice Cream
๐ป Our Beer Gardens Come Alive
๐ Enjoy Long Daylight Hours
๐ฅ Outdoor Barbecue Dining Begins
๐ Strawberries For Sale On The Roadside
๐ฌ Non-Stop Chat About The Weather
๐ฐ Big Summer Sales
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July in Ireland: Good Time To Visit?
13th February 2025
How does July in Ireland stack up against the other months when it comes to travelling the Emerald Isle? Discover Danielle's expert guide to the weather, what to pack and where to go on your next July vacation in Ireland.
July in Ireland At A Glance...
๐ค๏ธ Warm Weather & Long Daylight Hours
๐งณ What To Pack
๐ Is Ireland Crowded In July?
๐ See A GAA Game
๐ Festivals In Ireland in July
๐ญ Reasons our guests love July in Ireland
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Top 9 Prettiest Towns In Ireland
12th February 2025
One of the first things you'll notice in Ireland is a lack of big cities. Outside of the urban capitals - Dublin and Belfast - charming villages and small towns dot the countryside. Travel expert Brian takes you on a tour through some of his favourites.
The Prettiest Towns In Ireland At A Glance
๐ณ Westport
๐ป Dingle
๐จ Kinsale
๐ฐ Kilkenny
๐ Kinvara
๐ฝ๏ธ Cong
๐ผ Kenmare
๐ฆ
Dunfanaghy
๐ Allihies
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Discover The Best Cultural Tours of Ireland
3rd January 2025
Ready to dive into Irelandโs culture? Travel expert Lรฉa talks through some of the best authentic experiences you can do.
Best Cultural Tours Of Ireland At A Glance
๐ Our Most Immersive 12 Day Cultural Tour
๐๏ธ Breathtaking Visit to the Aran Islands
๐ Discover Irelandโs Sports Heritage at the Michael Cusack Centre
๐ถ Meet a Traditional Harp Maker in Galway
๐ Hands-On Experience at a Sheep Farm
๐ฅ Authentic Irish Whiskey Tasting
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