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Thousands of people from around the world choose to start a new life in Ireland each year. Here is what really draws them — and what daily life there actually looks like.

Discover what life is really like in West Cork, Ireland — from harbour villages and artisan food markets to a creative community unlike anywhere else in the country. Plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

There is a particular kind of freedom that comes from driving Ireland’s coast roads, where the Atlantic opens up beyond a stone wall and the …

Ireland’s coast is scattered with beautiful little villages where painted cottages face the tide and fishing boats still work the harbour. Here are ten of the prettiest coastal villages in Ireland.

Croagh Patrick in County Mayo is Ireland’s most iconic pilgrimage mountain. Here’s everything you need to know before you walk it — route, difficulty, history, and practical tips.

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