Ireland

Immerse yourself in a hands-on experience of Irish craft and meaningfully connect with the island’s rich heritage. In August, Ireland celebrates its vibrant craft sector and the makers and designers who have safeguarded traditional Celtic skills and those who have reimagined them for the modern world. With a range of special craft events taking place across the island, it’s...

Ireland’s centuries-old tradition of sweathouses, which offered healing for body and soul, lives on in its modern-day waterside saunas Tucked into rugged landscape, Ireland’s new wave of outdoor saunas offer more than just a warm-up - they tap into a centuries-old tradition. Inspired by ancient stone sweathouses once used for healing and reflection, these modern retreats blend wellness with a...

Ireland’s premium golf offering goes far beyond its fabulous fairways to encompass exclusive, tailored, VIP experiences. This July the spotlight will again be on Ireland’s spectacular golf courses as Royal Portrush on the famous Causeway Coast swings into action to host The 153rd Open. The links course is considered to be one of the world’s best and is among...

Mindful meanderings along Ireland’s peaceful blueways and greenways are the perfect way to connect with the spirit of the island. Take time to explore Ireland by boat, bike or on foot and you will find beautiful, tranquil landscapes dotted with cultural gems and story-filled sites. The island has multiple blueways and greenways that offer the chance to step away...

Get into the spirit of things and join a Pride celebration in Ireland this summer, from Belfast to Dublin, we’ve got the lowdown… Eddie McGuinness is a veteran organiser of the annual Pride celebrations of diversity in communities across Ireland, and a stalwart LGBTQ+ activist who has seen remarkable changes in the last three decades. “My first ever Pride was 1993,...

Ireland’s motorcycle and music extravaganza, Ireland BikeFest, is an experience bike enthusiasts should not miss. Taking place 30 May to 1 June in the stunning setting of Killarney on the Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland BikeFest is a unique blend of events that attracts thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the world. Now a flagship fixture in the motorcycle calendar,...

When it comes to fashion in 2025, nobody does it like the Irish. Here’s why Ireland is where it’s at, from big-name designs to small independent labels Culturally, it’s hard to ignore Ireland right now. From literature and film, music and television, the Irish are taking the world by storm. In 2024, the New York Times declared that popular culture...

The region’s largest agri-food show offers a unique and memorable insight into rural Ireland If you’ve never seen a dancing JCB digger, the Balmoral Show (14–17 May) is your chance to see not one but eight in an awesome performance of synchronised machine manoeuvring. It’s just one of many entertaining events taking place over the four days of Northern Ireland’s...

Explore the more unusual aspects of Irish culture with a visit to one of the country’s niche museums. Museums are storytellers that weave their tales around objects from the past. In Ireland, these stories cover everything from fairy folk to the rituals of death and the history of butter. So, this International Museum Day (18 May), why not visit one...

Think you know about Ireland’s patron saint? We’ve got 10 fun facts that separate the man from the myth! Ireland may not be the biggest country on the planet, but its patron saint is celebrated all over the globe. And, on 17 March,  millions of people from Australia to America, India to Japan, don green clothes, wear silly hats and...