Ireland

Often referred to as the Emerald Isle, Ireland's nickname is for obvious reasons; it is very green. The British departed from Ireland just over a century ago, but the province of Ulster in the northeast remained within the United Kingdom. For virtually all practical purposes, other than government, the...

Glamping is a vacation lifestyle that has grown around the concept of "comfortable camping". Think of the thrill of sleeping outdoors but with the comforts of a hotel. Glamping in Ireland is a fantastic way to experience the country and there are unique glamping accommodation options, including plush yurts,...

Tucked away in the South-West of the country, Cork is the second-largest city in the Republic of Ireland. Even so, its compact city centre and relaxed vibe somehow makes it feel more like a large town than a big city. But, that’s not to say it isn’t jam-packed with...

Planning a trip to Ireland? Live like royalty in one of these grand castles to stay in Ireland. Irish castles are steeped in history and a castle vacation will make you feel like a king or a queen. So book a stay in one of these Irish castle hotels...

Unlike the Republic of Ireland (with its images of endless green fields, fountains of Guinness and melodious ballads with haunting tin whistle solos), Northern Ireland’s recent history (from the past 90 years) has left it with an unenviable reputation: riots, terrorism, military misbehaviour and the like. Nevertheless, there are...

The only walled city in Ireland, Derry is a fine example of a walled European city. Derry's walls have been standing for over 400 years and date back to the 6th century.  Walk the historic walls, hunt for giant murals, lose yourself in museums and down a few pints of...