The Best Things to do in Dublin in Winter

St Patricks Cathedral in Dublin - Things to do in Dublin in Winter

The bustling capital city of Ireland is a popular tourist destination year-round, but visiting Dublin in winter has its own special charm. The city is buzzing with holiday cheer and winter festivals are in full swing, making it a great time to enjoy the festive atmosphere. From Christmas markets to cozy pubs, here’s how to […]

Inis Mór Island: A Day Trip to the Aran Islands from Galway

The Cliffs of Inis Mor on the Aran Islands

Inis Mór, or Inishmore, is the largest of the Aran Islands, a group of Islands off the Galway Coast in Ireland.  Famous for their woolly Aran sweaters, I hadn’t realised just how beautiful Inishmore Island would be.  I visited Inishmore on a day trip from Galway as part of my Shamrocker Adventures 5-day tour around […]

Visiting the Cliffs of Moher from Galway

The Cliffs of Moher - Visiting the Cliffs of Moher from Galway

The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s most spectacular and most famous sights.  Towering above the sea, the dramatic cliffs are an essential stop on any Ireland trip itinerary and make a great day trip from Galway.  Although it is possible to visit the Cliffs of Moher from Dublin, I’d suggest at least spending […]

Blarney Castle Tour & Kissing the Blarney Stone

Blarney Castle and Tower from the Riverside - Blarney Castle Tour

Blarney Castle in Ireland is famous for the Blarney Stone legend, and visitors flock to the castle to stand in line and kiss the blarney stone.  However, there is much more to Blarney Castle then I expected, so take your time here and explore Blarney Castle Gardens too.  Here’s the lowdown on taking a Blarney […]

Where to Stay While Backpacking in Dublin: Gardiner House Hostel Review

The Custom House Dublin - Where to stay in Dublin - The Gardiner House Hostel

Dublin is a wonderful city, and unsurprisingly very popular with visitors from all over the world.  However, Dublin can also be very expensive, especially during the summer holidays and at weekends.  Finding a cheap hostel in Dublin isn’t easy, and finding a good cheap hostel if you’re backpacking in Dublin is even harder!  I was […]

Things to do in Portrush Northern Ireland

Beautiful East Strand Beach and White Rocks Beach from the Coastal Path - Things to do in Portrush

The Northern Irish Coastline is incredibly beautiful.  There aren’t quite enough superlatives to describe the variety and drama of the cliffs, beaches, castle ruins and UNESCO World Heritage sites.  The whole of the Causeway Coastal Route is fascinating, and if you have a few days to spend in Northern Ireland then you should take the […]

Incredible Belfast Street Art You Need to See

Belfast Street Art - a bright & colourful face

Everyone in the UK (and beyond) has heard about the political murals in Belfast, Northern Ireland.  In fact, that was pretty much the only thing I knew about Belfast before I came here.  However, after spending several days exploring the city, I discovered that there is far more to Belfast than it’s difficult past.  Yes, […]

A Giant’s Causeway Tour from Belfast to Walk the Causeway Coastal Route

Hiking on the Causeway Coastal Route Walk - Giants Causeway Tour from Belfast

Lonely Planet named Belfast and the Causeway Coastal Route in Northern Ireland as the best place to visit in 2018.  They weren’t wrong.  From the moment I arrived in Belfast I have felt welcome, safe, and have been wowed by the hospitality of the people and the gorgeous scenery of the coast.  When you are […]