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A statue of St. Patrick with guests standing in front of him

What Would Ireland Be Like Without Saint Patrick?

10th March 2025
With St. Patrick's Day 2025 upon us, Irish expert Derry asks: what would we do without Paddy? And what is the REAL history of Saint Patrick and his festival? History of Saint Patrick At A Glance ๐Ÿ˜‡ Shock Horror! Saint Patrick Wasn't From Ireland โ›ช Neither Was He The First Person To Evangelise In Ireland โ˜˜๏ธ March 17th Marks His Death (You Can Visit His Grave In Northern Ireland) ๐Ÿ False: Patty Banished Snakes. True: It Was The Ice Age. ๐Ÿฅณ Paddy's Day Became A Global Party Largely Due To Emigration ๐Ÿ’š Green Is Not The Only Colour Associated With Patrick (Or Ireland) โ›ฐ๏ธ There Are Countless Places Named After Patrick (Like This Holy Mountain)
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Female tour guest with sunset during summer in Ireland

You Know It's Summer in Ireland When...

19th February 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 Sales & Reservations expert 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 ๐Ÿฆ Time To Taste The 99 Irish Ice Cream ๐Ÿป Our Beer Gardens Come Alive ๐Ÿ˜Ž Enjoy Long Daylight Hours ๐Ÿ”ฅ Outdoor Barbecue Dining Begins ๐Ÿ“ Strawberries For Sale On The Roadside ๐Ÿ’ฌ Non-Stop Chat About The Weather
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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... ๐ŸŒค๏ธ Warm Weather & Long Daylight Hours ๐Ÿงณ What To Pack ๐Ÿ•™ Is Ireland Crowded In July? ๐ŸŽ‰ Festivals In Ireland in July ๐Ÿ’ญ Reasons our guests love July in Ireland
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Westport Town on a sunny day with trees and a river in view

Top 9 Prettiest Towns and Villages 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 and Villages in Ireland At A Glance ๐ŸŒณ Westport ๐ŸŽป Dingle ๐ŸŽจ Kinsale ๐Ÿฐ Kilkenny ๐ŸŒŠ Kinvara ๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Cong ๐ŸŒผ Kenmare ๐Ÿฆ… Dunfanaghy ๐ŸŒ„ Allihies
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A view of the Cliffs of Moher on a sunny day with blue skies overlooking the sea

9 Reasons For Visiting Ireland in August

11th February 2025
Travel expert Danielle is here to wow you with her powers of persuasion. Read her reasons to visit Ireland in August 2025. Learn about Irish weather, average temperatures, what to pack and the best places in Ireland to go. August In Ireland At A Glance... โ˜€๏ธ Higher-Than-Average Temperatures ๐Ÿ˜Ž No Extreme Heatwaves Or Wildfires ๐ŸฉฒWhat To Pack and What To Wear ๐ŸŒณ Less Crowded Than Elsewhere in Europe ๐Ÿš Superb Choice In Tour Departures โฐ Long Daylight - Up To 16 Hours! ๐ŸŒผ Wonderful August Wildlife ๐ŸŽต Lively Festivals & Events All Over Ireland ๐Ÿ›ฅ๏ธ August is Perfect for a Boat Trip ๐Ÿ‘ See an Exciting GAA Game
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Weird & Wonderful Festivals In Ireland This Summer 2025

31st January 2025
Dozens of festivals happen around Ireland each summer. Here are some of Danielle's favourites for 2025. Expect folksy culture, weird and wonderful themes in quaint local towns.
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