Waterford, Ireland has been named the 2024 European City of Christmas.
Learn more about Winterval, the largest Christmas Festival in Ireland and get tips for your visit.

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One of the first decisions you will make as you begin planning your Ireland adventure is transportation – how will you travel from city to country, cliffs to castles – while making the most of your time and budget? Consider the insights in this article to help you decide whether to hire a private driver-guide...

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Discover the enchanting origins of Halloween in Ireland, where the festival of Samhain began over 3,000 years ago.

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Use my recent private tour as inspiration for your own Ireland itinerary. Friends & Family Tour through the ‘Heart of Ireland' – see the itinerary Traveling in Ireland Podcast episode 234

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Is corned beef Irish? Many people will tell you that it isn't – and that was the story I had heard as well. But according to a thesis written in 2011 by Máirtín Mac Con Iomaire from the Technological University Dublin and Pádraic Óg Gallagher, owner of Gallagher's Boxty House, corned beef does have a...

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Learn Dublin's history through famous songs! In this podcast Jody chats with Fiona Dalton about her musical history tour of Dublin.  Dalton's Musical History Tour of Dublin This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Fiona Dalton, the founder of Dalton's Musical History Tours. If you prefer to listen to the podcast, you can...

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Ireland's history is rich and complex, with the Great Famine being one of the most significant events. The Irish Famine, known as an Gorta Mór, the Great Hunger, in Ireland, changed not only Irish history but, arguably, the history and future of countries across the globe as over one million people died from hunger and other...

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Planning a trip to Ireland is thrilling with so many beautiful places to explore! But if you're not careful, a few common mistakes could get in the way of your perfect adventure. We All Make Mistakes When Planning an Ireland Vacation In 2 decades of Ireland travel I've made my own share of mistakes. My...

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Guide to eating in Ireland. Traditional foods to try + tasty food experiences. How to eat in Ireland with food allergies and picky eaters.

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I received a question from a podcast listener with some questions about Christmas travel in Ireland. While her inquiry about car rental and things they could consider doing was an easy one for me to answer, it was the conversation that followed that prompted this episode… I'll share Victoria's words (with her permission). When we...

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Are you considering a visit to Ireland in the off-season? It's a terrific time to explore the Emerald Isle! In addition to Ireland's well-known attractions you'll also find unique festivals, smaller crowds, and plenty of extraordinary experiences. Read on for expert insights on making the most of your off-season trip to Ireland! This article is...

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