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Staying in Dublin? Deirdre is a true-blue Dubliner. Discover her favourite restaurants in Ireland's capital for fresh, locally-sourced and delicious Irish food.

Staying in Ireland's capital city? Don't miss Deirdre's easy Dublin day trips, all within easy reach by public transport. Dublin Day Trips & Public Transport At A Glance 🚞 I Love These Charming Day Trips From Dublin 🚉 Dublin's Rail And Tram Systems Cover Most Of The City 🚏 For Everywhere Else, Hop On A Dublin Bus 🤑 Save Money & Hassle With This Travel Card

What is VAT? Travel expert John helps you understand Irish sales tax and how you can claim it back after your vacation to Ireland. Sales Tax And VAT Refunds In Ireland At A Glance 🤔 What is VAT Exactly? 📉 Different VAT Rates Sometimes Apply 💰 Is VAT Charged Separately? 🤑 How To Save On VAT

Life is good down on the farm with Derry, who grew up in the countryside in Wicklow. Read his tales of farming in Ireland, including facts, figures and funny stories. FARMING IN IRELAND AT A GLANCE Stats On Farming In Ireland Today 🚜 Irish Farmers: A Day In The Life 🧑‍🌾 Farming in Summer, Winter and Spring 🌾 Ireland's Native Cow Breeds 🐮 Sheep Farming in Ireland 🐑

Want to know all about the best places to bike in Ireland? Ronan, our cycling-mad VagaGuide takes you on a spin through all things cycling.

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