Its vibrant restaurant culture is one of the best things about Cork. Ireland’s southernly city is a haven for foodies, offering not just traditional Irish dishes bit their own distinct delicacies as well. More than the city by the River Lee and it’s the location at the top of one of the world’s largest natural …
Going to Ireland soon? Simply curious about the Emerald Isle? Watching a film is a great way to prepare for a trip to explore the country without leaving home. This may be a short list, but each film features a part or aspect of Ireland. From the playful to the strange, here are our top …
The Great Potato Famine or Great Hunger was one of the darkest and most tragic periods in the history of Ireland. The Great Potato Famine happened between 1845 and 1851, and was at first, caused by the failure of the potato crop. As the staple food of most Irish people during that time, the failure …
With a variety of cafés and restaurants to choose from in Dublin, your short trip or extended vacation in the capital city would not be enough to visit all their restaurants! This informative guide will help you choose the good and cheap restaurants in Dublin, with cuisines inspired from all around the globe. All of …
The medieval city of Kilkenny is regarded as among the most beautiful and interesting places to visit in Ireland. Located just a couple of hours from Dublin, this makes an easy day trip among city residents or visitors who want to explore outside the capital. Kilkenny is best known for its castle, the impressive historic …
‘Seanfhocal’ means ‘old word’ in Irish. These are essentially Irish sayings and proverbs that have been around for centuries. They are passed through generations via storytelling. Whether it is someone’s version of local history, a folktale, myth or legend — they often contain a saying or two. Irish people are generally a friendly and loquacious …
Want to give your favorite people a unique and symbolic gift? Celtic inspired creations are your best bet. Artful, historic and a steady reminder of one of the world’s most fascinating cultures, these items will surely be appreciated by those you hold dear. From sparkly accessories to cool containers and even books of Celtic fairy …
Temple Bar in Dublin consistently ranks as the best pub in the city, and perhaps in all of Ireland. It is famous, alright, and a must-visit especially among tourists. Pub life in Ireland might as well be synonymous with a gurgling pint after pint of either the dark stuff or craft beer, but what sets …
Most people visit Killarney as among the stops in the Ring of Kerry, for its national park or as an endpoint in the Kerry Way walking trail. Its diverse, dramatic landscapes are among the best in Ireland, but that’s not everything this town has to offer. Killarney also boasts of a number of cafés and …
Located in County Cork, the coastal town of Kinsale is also a famous port and among its main industries is fishing. This town on the southwest coast of Ireland is also known all over as the ‘gourmet capital of Ireland’ especially with it’s a gourmet festival. A town is known for great food (especially seafood) …