Heritage & Ancestry

Discover the Tuatha Dé Danann — Ireland’s divine race of ancient gods. Their treasures, their battles, how they became the fairy folk, and where to find their legacy today.

Dreaming of starting a new life in Ireland? From ancient villages to wild Atlantic coastlines, discover what it truly feels like to call Ireland home.

Dublin, Cork, Galway, or a town nobody’s heard of — a practical guide to choosing where to settle in Ireland, with honest trade-offs on cost, jobs, and quality of life for each option.

Cobh in County Cork was the last sight of Ireland for millions of emigrants who left and never returned. Here is the full story of this colourful and heartbreaking harbour town — and what to see when you visit today.

Carry-on only travel to Ireland is easier than most people think. Here’s what experienced travellers cut first, what bag sizes the airlines allow, and how to pack light for Irish weather.

For roughly 700 years, a sacred flame burned in Kildare, tended by nuns who believed St. Brigid returned each night to keep it alive. When it was finally extinguished, women spent 450 years making sure the story survived. In 1993, the flame was lit again.

Over 64,000 people are already part of the Love Ireland community. Here is what brings them together — and why you might want to join them on the road to one million.

The Knights Templar held land in Ireland from the late 12th century until the Order’s suppression in 1312. This guide covers the verified Irish Templar sites, what happened during the trials, and where to go if you want to trace the trail yourself.

The meaning, origin and story behind the Irish girl name Muireann. How to pronounce it, where it comes from, and why Ireland loves it.

Photo: Berthold Werner via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) If you’re planning an Ireland trip this summer, mark your calendar. National Heritage Week runs August …