Wild Atlantic Way

Reviving romance: the magic of matchmaking in County Clare In an age of digital dating, one Irish town is dedicated to finding love the old-fashioned way, with a matchmaking festival that’s been bringing people together for more than 165 years Each September, as the silage is cut and the summer crowds drift home, something unique happens near the Burren region of...

  This summer, Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa invites families to reconnect, relax, and create unforgettable memories with a luxurious escape in the heart of Kerry. With breath-taking views over the Lakes of Killarney and experiences to suit every age, Aghadoe is the perfect destination for families looking to spend quality time together – from grandparents to grandchildren and everyone...

You can have a whale of a time around Ireland’s spectacular coastline where the biodiverse waters are home to some sea-life superstars. Ireland is the westernmost point of Europe – a rock sitting in the Atlantic Ocean whose dramatic coastal landscape has been forged by the might of the sea and the vagaries of its weather. Surrounded by water, with...

Imagine waking in the morning to the sound of a gentle breeze and the nearby ebb and flow of the Atlantic Ocean. As you stand there looking out from the half door of your cottage, the waves urge you to begin your morning commute - a stroll down to the beach across a grassy dew-soaked track with yellow and...

The coolest tours, the hottest openings and the must-visit places along Ireland’s Atlantic coast… Craggy, wave-lashed peninsulas, dramatic cliffs that plunge into the Atlantic Ocean and butter-coloured strands that seem to go on for miles – the Wild Atlantic Way has to be seen to be believed. Launched a decade ago, its success has proved infinitely inspiring to locals along...

Irish band Chasing Abbey, who became a TikTok sensation earlier this year, have released a video for their song Oh My Johnny that showcases the Irish landscape that they love. Chasing Abbey, hailing from Tullamore in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, are three musicians who are deeply rooted in Irish culture and tradition. This has been the bedrock of their unique sound,...

Minister Martin and Minister Murphy make joint statement on sustainable tourism   At the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) Tourism Sectoral meeting this morning the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin T.D., and the Minister for the Economy, Conor Murphy MLA., affirmed their commitment to sustainable tourism. This was the first NSMC Tourism Sectoral meeting since the...

  10 Great Beaches on the Wild Atlantic Way   Take a break on one of the Wild Atlantic Way’s majestic beaches. Here are 10 to try...     Scalloped-shaped beaches lapped by crystal clear waters, endless strands pounded by the crash of frothy Atlantic waves, pebbly shorelines with majestic views – beaches along the Wild Atlantic Way are as varied as they are beautiful....

  RETRO Cannonball is coming to Mullingar with proceeds to The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation who have cared for 66  Children in Co Westmeath Mullingar Park Hotel | May 25th 2024 at 6pm On May 24th and 25th, RETRO Cannonball rolls once again featuring 100 classic cars, free family live entertainment and that unique festival atmosphere that Cannonball is renowned for.  The...

Discover Stand up Paddle Boarding, Scale Ireland’s 3 Highest Peaks, take part in a Nature Valley Hike with Roz Purcell, and much more   With just 2 weeks remaining until the highly anticipated Wander Wild Festival in Killarney, which takes place from 22nd to 24th March, outdoor, adventure, and wellness enthusiasts are gearing up for an unforgettable weekend in the heart of...