Planning a 7-day Ireland itinerary can be a pain in the backside… So, I’ve done all of the hard work for you! I’ve spent 25+ years travelling around Ireland and the itinerary below leans on that experience and the many mistakes I made along the way! In a nutshell, this 7-day itinerary: Has been meticulously planned Has an hour-by-hour itinerary for each day to save you time/hassle Follows logical routes that take you to hidden gems, tourist favourites and great pubs and restaurants Who this itinerary will suit Now, before you scroll down, take 10 seconds to look at the graphic above ..read more

Planning a 7-day Ireland itinerary can be a pain in the backside… So, I’ve done all of the hard work for you! I’ve spent 25+ years travelling around Ireland and the itinerary below leans on that experience and the many mistakes I made along the way! In a nutshell, this 7-day itinerary: Has been meticulously planned Has an hour-by-hour itinerary for each day to save you time/hassle Follows logical routes that take you to hidden gems, tourist favourites and great pubs and restaurants Who this itinerary will suit Now, before you scroll down, take 10 seconds to look at the graphic above ..read more

Planning a 7-day Ireland itinerary can be a pain in the backside… So, I’ve done all of the hard work for you! I’ve spent 25+ years travelling around Ireland and the itinerary below leans on that experience and the many mistakes I made along the way! In a nutshell, this 7-day itinerary: Has been meticulously planned Has an hour-by-hour itinerary for each day to save you time/hassle Follows logical routes that take you to hidden gems, tourist favourites and great pubs and restaurants Who this itinerary will suit Now, before you scroll down, take 10 seconds to look at the graphic above ..read more

A visit to the Elizabeth Fort is up there with my favourite things to do in Cork. If you’re a fan of Irish history and you’d like to step back in time for an hour or so, a visit to the mighty Elisabeth Fort is well worth doing. Named for Queen Elizabeth I and built in 1601, the fort offers the visitor the chance to find out more about Cork’s turbulent past and makes a great day out for all the family. In the guide below, you’ll find info on everything from the history of Elisabeth Fort to what there is to do inside. Some quick need-to-knows about Elizabeth Fort Photo via Elizabeth Fort Altho ..read more

The Doolough Valley in Mayo is one of those places that rocks you a bit. The Doolough (‘Black Lake’ in English) Valley is a scenic corner of Mayo where unspoiled scenery collides with raw, isolated beauty. Arguably best-know for the terrible event known as ‘The Doolough Tragedy’, this place delivers an experience that lingers with you long after you leave. Some quick need-to-knows about the Doolough Valley in Mayo Photos via Shutterstock   Although a visit to the Doolough Valley in Mayo is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll make your visit that bit more enjoya ..read more

In my opinion, the best pubs in Galway City are The Crane and Tig Chóilí. With that said, I have 5 ‘go-tos’ (all old-school, traditional pubs) if I’m in the city and have time for a pint or 6. Each of these pubs dishes up a decent pint of Guinness, hold live music sessions and, based on my many visits, never fails to disappoint. Cheers! The best pubs in Galway City Click to enlarge   Take every guide to the best pubs in Galway City with a pinch of salt (including this one!). There are over 50 bars in Galway City and what’s ‘great’ is often subjective. This guide is packed with pubs I’ve ..read more

You’ll find the historic Vico Baths in Dalkey, along the affluent Vico Road. Although it earned global fame in recent years thanks to visits from the likes of Harry Styles and Matt Damon, this is far from a new addition to Dublin. The Victorians built the Vico Road in the late 1800s and the Vico Bathing Place has been one of the most popular places to go swimming in Dublin ever since. Below, you’ll discover the history of the baths, a map showing how to get to them along with info on parking (a headache).  Some quick need-to-knows about the Vico Baths Click to enlarge   Although a ..read more

The Skellig Ring is an often-overlooked scenic drive/cycle that covers a breath-taking 50km, if you include Valentia Island. It starts a short distance from Waterville before following the coast to Ballinskelligs, Portmagee and then on to Valentia. It can be done as an extension to the Ring of Kerry drive and it includes stops like the Kerry Cliffs, Coomanaspig Pass and more. Below, you’ll find a map of the route along with an overview of the main stops along the way. Cheers! Some quick need-to-knows about the Skellig Ring drive Click to enlarge   The Skellig Ring drive / cycle isn’t as ..read more

The Hellfire Club Walk (AKA ‘the Montpellier Loop’) is a 4.2km trail that takes 1-1.5 hours to complete. For anyone with a moderate level of fitness, this is one of the more doable Dublin walks and it treats you to a magnificent view out over Dublin. The trail also takes you to the ruins of a supposedly haunted lodge and you can explore its upper and lower floors, but more on that, and a map, below. Cheers! Some quick need-to-knows about the Hellfire Club walk Photos via Shutterstock   Although a visit to Montpelier Hill is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll m ..read more

There are two versions of the Poolbeg Lighthouse Walk (officially known as the Great South Wall Walk). The long version starts out on Sandymount Strand while the short version starts from the car park on Pigeon House Road. Here’s some key info: The long walk: 11km and takes 1.5 – 2 hours The short walk: 4km and takes 40 – 60 minutes Widely considered as one of the best walks in Dublin, these trails take you out into the heart of Dublin Bay. Find maps of both trails along with parking/public transport info below! Enjoy! Some quick-need-to-knows about the Poolbeg Lighthouse Walk Photos v ..read more