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An aerial panorama of the historic monastic ruins on the Hill of Slane in County Meath, Ireland, at twilight. To the right, a tall, modern broadcast tower, serving as the headquarters for Irish Tourist Radio, stands illuminated with a brilliant green light and beams projecting from its observation deck, featuring the text "IRISH TOURIST RADIO".

A Light Reborn on Slane: Ireland’s Tallest Broadcast Tower Planned Above Sacred Hill

SLANE, CO. MEATH — In what could become one of the most…
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Irish Staycations 2026: 10 Home-Holiday Trends That Might Make You Skip Going Abroad

Abroad is overrated. Irish staycations in 2026 are reshaping how we travel, and the numbers tell a surprising story.
A family of four stands at the entrance of a dark stone tunnel on the Limerick Greenway. The tunnel is surrounded by dense, vibrant green ferns and moss-covered walls. One adult points toward the tunnel while two children and another adult look on, accompanied by a red bicycle trailer.

Abbeyfeale & Limerick Greenway: The Quiet Trail That Outsmarts Expectations

A forgotten railway line through West Limerick quietly outperforms Ireland’s most celebrated trails. The proof is in every kilometre.
A scenic view of Doolin coastal landscape in County Clare, Ireland, featuring pink Sea Thrift wildflowers in the foreground, two ferries on the Atlantic Ocean, and the distant Cliffs of Moher under a cloudy sky.

Skip Killarney: This Quieter, Better-Value Irish Town Might Win You Over

Killarney’s crowds and rising prices have a quieter rival. Could this colorful Atlantic village be Ireland’s best-kept travel secret?
Three people sitting at a wooden picnic table enjoying tea outside Teach nan Phaidi, a traditional white-washed thatched cottage cafe on Inishmore, Aran Islands.

Weekend Breaks in Ireland: The Counties Everyone Flocks To (And Why)

Ireland packs medieval castles, jaw-dropping coastlines, and 5,200 years of history into a state the size of Indiana. Your weekend plans just changed.
A man and woman sit outdoors on a sunny day, enjoying street food from white takeaway containers. The man wears a red quarter-zip sweater and the woman wears a light blue shirt with a black backpack. They are surrounded by vibrant green plants and large decorative red flower sculptures.

Ireland’s 33 Best Food and Drink Festivals This Year, Are You Missing the Real Standouts?

From oyster championships to farm-to-table feasts, Ireland’s food festivals go far deeper than you’d expect. Are you missing the best ones?
A family of four stands inside a dimly lit limestone cave, looking at hanging stalactites. A man points toward the cave formations while a woman and two young boys watch with interest. A shallow pool of water sits in the foreground, reflecting the golden cave lights.

Ireland’s Quiet, Breathtaking Destinations Tourists Keep Missing

Ireland’s most breathtaking cliffs stand taller than Cliffs of Moher — yet remain eerily empty. These quiet destinations will make you rethink everything.
A modern green and white Irish Rail train traveling along a track between a dense, steep forest and a shallow, rocky river in County Wexford, Ireland. A walking path runs parallel to the river on the right under a bright blue sky with white clouds.

Will the Rosslare Greenway Stop Tourists Leaving Wexford for Kerry?

Wexford loses millions yearly to Kerry tourism. A new greenway promises to change that—but at what ecological cost?
An artistic, symmetrical view of a bright green river lined with black ornate lamp posts. Each lamp post holds a vibrant green banner featuring a white three-leaf shamrock. Neoclassical buildings with many columns line the water under a soft, hazy sky.

St. Patrick’s Day Parades Happening Worldwide Today, Which City Goes Biggest?

New York’s 1762 parade still reigns supreme—but Holyoke and Pittsburgh are making a serious case for the crown.
A lone hiker walks along a rugged, scenic coastal path in Northern Ireland, passing a wooden sign for "St Patrick's Way" that reads "82 Miles," with large green mountains and a bay in the background.

This 82‑Mile St Patrick’s Way Walk Might Be Ireland’s Camino Alternative

Ireland’s Camino runs 82 miles through mountains, castles, and a beach—and almost nobody knows it exists.