St Brigid’s Day is Ireland’s newest public holiday and falls on February 1st. It marks the beginning of spring in the traditional Irish calendar. It is an important festival for rural ancestors as it ushers in a new season of hope and growth after a long, dark winter. Spring into Ireland and plan your private…
Nollaig na mBan is celebrated on January 6th in Ireland. Also known as “Little Christmas” or “Women’s Christmas” learn about the traditions and ways to celebrate this day.
Join a unique crafting workshop in the heart of Dublin City. Established by Madeleine Blaine in 2017, the Collective was set up in order to offer a base for many incredible Jewellery lines, among the endless talent that call Ireland home. The retail space now houses over 30 independent Jewellery lines and so, there really…
Imagine walking the town, field or land that your ancestors came from in Ireland There is nothing quite as fulfilling as going to Ireland to trace your roots at the source. Our personalised ancestry tours bring your genealogy to life in Ireland after an exciting pre-trip adventure where you will learn all about your heritage…
Visit the oldest handmade pottery in Ireland in this incredible experience Rossa Pottery is Ireland’s oldest handmade pottery – and this workshop offers you the chance to get your hands dirty and create something unique and special, the perfect memento of your amazing Ireland vacation experience! In the 1950s Ned Walsh emigrated to London where…
In Ireland, we drive on the left, and only about 35% of the world drives on this side. The reasons why this came to be are interesting and date back to the 9th Century – we’ve condensed them for you in the blog post below. There is no need to worry about which side of…
One of the best way to experience Ireland is on a private guided – or chauffeur driven – tour. Having your own Driver Guide means you can sit back and enjoy the journey, really immersing yourself in the scenery and experience of the locality without any of the stress of driving. Vacation and staycation clients…
Why is it called Bloomsday? How did it originate? What happens on Bloomsday? … all your questions are answered below!
Visit Ireland in August and September to experience warm, settled weather and sunshine. August sees average highs of 18°C/ 64°F and average lows of 11°C/ 52°F. September sees average highs of 15° C / 59° F and average lows of 9° C / 48° F. Ireland in August and September offers long days, which means…
