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Ireland is a must-visit for sports fans

Ireland is a country with a rich heritage of art, music, dance, literature, food, and drink, but arguably one of its most notable cultural icons is sport.

How to take your St Patrick's Day celebrations in Ireland to the next level

St Patrick’s Day has been celebrated for a thousand years, commemorating the special day that St Patrick brought Christianity to Ireland! Though, more than that, St Patrick’s Day celebrates the beauty of Irish heritage and culture.

A backpacker’s guide to Ireland

Ireland and backpacking feel like they should go together hand in hand - and they do. All it takes for a backpacker to be happy is plenty of green space to walk through and camp, a few hills to climb, some scenery to see, and a few pointers on where to look for entertainment.

Walking the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way

Walking the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way

Discover the incredible scenery of the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way on foot with IrelandWays.com. Home to some of the country's best beaches and dramatic landscapes, the West of Ireland is a must-see this summer.

easyJet launches only direct flight between Ireland and Iceland

easyJet launches only direct flight between Ireland and Iceland

easyJet has launched the first direct service between Belfast and Reykjavik.

Winter Breaks in an Irish Castle

Winter Breaks in an Irish Castle

In a hillside position overlooking Dublin Bay and dating back to 1740, Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel is a grand yet welcoming choice for winter breaks by car with Irish Ferries.

Outdoor Irish adventures with Lough Eske Castle, Ireland

Outdoor Irish adventures with Lough Eske Castle, Ireland

You can relax in the luxurious surroundings of Lough Eske Castle with a glass of brandy in front of a roaring fire, having eaten from the tantalizing menu that features fresh local ingredients, but that's not until the evening!

Wild Atlantic Way itinerary for an autumn holiday

Wild Atlantic Way itinerary for an autumn holiday

Irish Ferries has created a ten-day touring holiday along the south-west section of the Wild Atlantic Way, with prices from £434 per person including ferry travel.

Cork Jazz Fest: travel and stay package from Irish Ferries

Cork Jazz Fest: travel and stay package from Irish Ferries

The 2014 Cork Jazz Festival – sponsored by Guinness – is held over five days from 23 to 27 October, with top-selling singer Imelda May expected to fill Cork Opera House on the first two nights of the festival.

Early autumn in Ireland

Early autumn in Ireland

Irish Ferries is offering two-weeks-for-the-price-of-one at dozens of featured holiday cottage locations: superb value for empty-nesters or families with pre-schoolers looking to enjoy autumn in Ireland.

Brits head to Ireland to go to the pub!

Brits head to Ireland to go to the pub!

A report published by the Irish Tourist Industry Confederation highlights the importance of the Irish pub in attracting tourists. More than 5M overseas visitors called into a pub while on holiday in Ireland.

Brand new Irish Boot Camp launch - July, Lough Derg

Brand new Irish Boot Camp launch - July, Lough Derg

Revival launch a stunning new luxury residential boot camp in Ireland. Situated on the beautiful shores of Lough Derg in Tipperary, Revival are delighted to be able to offer a multitude of outdoor activities including kayaking on the Lough, cycling, hiking and boxercise!

The Gleneagle Hotel in Kerry hosts Irish Country Music Festival

The Gleneagle Hotel in Kerry hosts Irish Country Music Festival

The scenic town of Killarney in County Kerry, Ireland plays host to the 22nd Irish Country Music Festival from 7th to 12th September 2014 with performances from leading country music bands at The Gleneagle Hotel.

Autumn in Iceland

Autumn in Iceland

As autumn approaches and the days start getting shorter, where better to relax and regroup than in a peaceful countryside retreat?

A Soft Revolution: Dublin's Fringe Festival turns the crash into a boom

A Soft Revolution: Dublin's Fringe Festival turns the crash into a boom

As part of Dublin Festival Season, the Dublin Fringe Festival will this month showcase an eclectic array of Irish artistic talent in a vibrant and modern city.