Destination Ireland Guide

How love led to a St. Valentine's daydream in County Clare “I always had the feeling that there was something special about this place,” Kasha Connolly tells me on a bright, spring-like day in County Clare. The place in question is her husband John’s family farm, nestled in the foothills of what locals call the ‘hazel mountains’. The farm overlooks...

The famous walls of Derry~Londonderry will resound with music when the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival returns in May. Taking place from 1 to 5 May 2025, the must-attend event for jazz lovers will feature headliners Billy Ocean, and Una Healy in session with Luke Thomas. Soul sensation Billy Ocean will perform his biggest hits in the...

Ireland is a special place to experience one of nature’s most enchanting natural phenomena – the dawn chorus. With its lush landscapes and rich biodiversity, the island of Ireland is a favourite for birdwatchers, but it is also a magical place for anyone to hear the wonderfully uplifting sound of birds welcoming a new day. Spring and summer are the...

April Fool’s Day is the traditional time to joke around but in Ireland you can get a laugh anytime at one of its many comedy clubs and festivals. The island of Ireland is famous for its craic – the banter and fun that is a part of everyday life. And with an innate talent for storytelling, the Irish are natural...

Dublin stages a great St Patrick’s Day but, to avoid the crowds, why not head to one of the other fabulous festivals across Ireland. Every city and town in Ireland will mark St Patrick’s Day so there is plenty of choice when it comes to deciding where and how you want to celebrate Ireland’s national holiday. Cork St Patrick’s Festival (14–17...