Discover the story of Killarney’s jaunting car tradition — the horse-drawn carriages and the jarveys who have guided visitors through Kerry’s stunning national park for over 200 years.
Poll na bPéist on Inis Mór — the near-perfect rectangular pool the ancient Irish named the Hole of the Beast. Discover the legend behind its name.
Everything you need to know about visiting Dublin Castle — 800 years of history, what to see today, opening hours, ticket tips, and the insider advice that makes the difference. Your complete guide to Ireland’s former seat of power in the heart of Dublin city centre.
Ireland has been named the Most Desirable Island Destination in Europe at the 24th annual Wanderlust Travel Awards in London, beating Malta and the Greek Islands. Over 4.8 million reader votes confirmed what travellers already know: Ireland’s spirit of connection is unmatched.
Discover the true meaning of craic — the Irish word no other language can properly translate. What it is, where it came from, and how to find it in Ireland.
Discover the Dearg Due — Ireland’s ancient vampire legend that predates Dracula. Find out why locals still pile stones on one Waterford grave every year.
Discover Ireland’s ancient holy wells — sacred springs with healing water, rag trees, and Pattern Day rituals that still happen in rural Ireland today.
Discover how to make Chris’s traditional Tipsy Cake — layered sponge soaked in rum, filled with cake crumbs and raspberry jam, finished with pink fondant. Get the full recipe free in our Ireland newsletter.
Discover what Irish pub names really mean — from family surnames to Gaelic words — and why every sign above a door tells a story most tourists never hear.
Discover the real reason Irish families nail a horseshoe above the front door — and why the direction it faces still sparks fierce debate across the country.
Discover the mysterious portal tombs that dot the Irish landscape — ancient monuments older than the pyramids, still wrapped in legend today.