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Vacation in Ireland : Highlights & Travel Tips

Ireland captivates travelers with its mix of dramatic natural scenery, deep-rooted culture, and famously warm hospitality. From windswept Atlantic cliffs and emerald countryside to lively cities filled with music, storytelling, and history, the country feels both timeless and welcoming. What makes Ireland especially memorable is how easily grand sights and local charm come together: one day you can explore a medieval castle or rugged coastal drive, and the next you can settle into a village pub for traditional music and conversation.

Key highlights include Dublin’s literary heritage, Galway’s artsy energy, the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, the Dingle Peninsula, and the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland. Travelers can experience ancient monastic sites, scenic hikes, coastal road trips, and food ranging from hearty pub fare to excellent seafood and modern Irish cuisine. Practical tips: pack layers and waterproof clothing in any season, as weather can change quickly; renting a car is ideal for exploring rural areas, though trains and buses work well between major cities; and booking accommodation early is wise for popular summer months and festival periods.

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Best time to travel Ireland

The best time to visit Ireland is from May through September, when travel interest is highest and conditions are generally best for sightseeing, road trips, and enjoying the countryside. August stands out as the most popular month, with September and May also excellent choices for a lively atmosphere, mild weather, and strong access to seasonal events and coastal scenery.

All travel reports from Ireland

Day 13: Tuesday 14.08.2018 Wild Atlantic Way Waterville-Annascaul

This morning we got up around 8:00 am and admired the sea. Around 9:00 am, we continued on the Wild Atlantic Way. In the next village, we bought some baked goods from the...

Day 11: Sunday 12/08/2018 Wild Atlantic Way (Kinsale - Castletownshend)

This morning we woke up around 9:00 am and went for breakfast. There was a small buffet and the host brought some delicious treats personally. After giving us some tips, he bid...

Whiskey Museum and Leprechaun Museum (11/13/2016)

Today we first went to the Whiskey Museum. I, being a dummy, brought my camera along, but the SD card was still in the laptop. It's not like I've ever done something like this...

Back in Dublin🇨🇮

Back in Dublin, this is the last day today. We'll be heading to the airport in the evening. The Roganstown Hotel is located on the outskirts of Dublin and is a golf and country...

Layover in Ballina

As previously announced, we are now four of us on the way 👩🏻‍🦱🧔🏻‍♂️👩🏻‍🦰🐕‍🦺 and will fully enjoy the space available for the next week 😅 Hardly leaving Dublin Airport,...

Ireland 2023

And off we go on the journey For planning, we can already say the following, all accommodations are somehow a townhouse. It can happen that shortly before the start of the...

17/03/2023 - St. Patrick's Day

Yesterday in Ireland it was St. Patrick's Day and we went to the parade in Cork. The parade started at 1:00 pm, we arrived very early and walked around Cork a bit and got...

Donegal

The city of Donegal is definitely worth a visit, especially because of the 15th century castle. We are going to explore the castle from the inside. Luckily, admission is free on...

Dingle

The Dingle Peninsula is our next destination. The city of Dingle itself is a beautiful, typical Irish town. Quaint pubs and small shops line the streets of brightly painted...

Kilmakilloge

On the next morning we left early and drove the so-called Ring of Beara. Always along the coast At Eyries, the Beara Way branches off from the Ring of Beara We arrived in...

Beach

In the evening after the Wicklow Mountains, we ended up at the Cloggabeach parking lot. A big plus for the Irish is the absence of payment machines at such parking lots. Very...

Day 8: Thursday 09.08.2018 Kilkenny

After our last night in Dublin, we checked out of our accommodation. (As mentioned before, we can highly recommend LIV Student - the only drawback is that the double bed is...

The first Irish storm for us

I like the wind, I also like the rain! But there are some limitations..... Today we have the first storm of the trip, in Kent it was already windy one day, but that can't be...

Skellig Islands

A dream come true: Greta and Simon with the small speedboat"" around the Skellig Islands in stormy seas: 27,000 breeding pairs of gannets and 10,000 of the long-awaited...

Valentine's Day

On Valentine's Day (last Tuesday), I met up with Emilia in Limerick and we watched Titanic in 3D at the cinema together. After I arrived in Limerick, we spent the whole day...

Cute not so cute

Yesterday we went to Cork to watch 'Don't worry Darling', the day was pretty nice, we ate at Burger King and strolled through the shops, later we went to the cinema. So at first...

Malainn Bigh / Silver Strand

We arrive in the evening at a wonderful bay, parked at the top of the cliff overlooking the entire bay with the large horseshoe-shaped beach. Another Silver Beach or Malainn...

Lackan Bay Saltmarsh

After a long day, we stayed overnight at Lackan Saltmarsh, we simply parked on the beach. The sand is firm and even when it starts raining, there is no danger,...

Aasleagh Falls

The Erriff River forms a beautiful waterfall here. First we strengthen ourselves and have a snack, and then we start. Along the river is a small footpath and we take a nice walk...

Waterville / Rossbeigh Beach

On the way, we pass through Waterville, where Charlie Chaplin used to vacation and is consequently honored with a statue. Later, we landed a few kilometers away on a private...

Beacon of Baltimore

We drive to a beach near Clonakilty, whose name we have forgotten, to spend the night. It is raining and very windy. We continue to Baltimore in Ireland. They have a lighthouse...

Bunmahon

We are going to Bunmahon, where there is an abandoned mine right by the road and a nice parking area. Furthermore, the view is magnificent and we set up our chairs at the top of...

Knocknasilloge Blackwater

To counter the frustration of theft, I have worked even harder on new beautiful places to stay. Like this one in Knocknasilloge Blackwater, for example. Only a turn possibility...

Ireland - May 2022

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Day 16: Friday, 17.08.2018 Wild Atlantic Way Clarinbridge - Galway

After a night in a small village near the cemetery, we started towards Galway. We arrived there in about half an hour and first checked out our accommodation. Then we went to...

Day 21 - Killarney

Hello there, As announced yesterday, I started early this morning with a kayak tour on Loch Lean, the largest of the three lakes in Killarney National Park. And so, after...

Day 10: Saturday 11.08.2018 Cork and Midleton

Got up this morning around 9.00 am after a cold night. We had arranged breakfast with our neighbors at 09.30 am. It was just amazing. Once again, a big thank you for that! We...

Respect for tent campers

Brave! I am always deeply impressed by the tent campers in GB and other areas that are not necessarily known for stable weather. With stoic calmness, they set up their tents and...

Abschluss von Irland in Dublin

We spent the weekend in Dublin as real tourists. Even in a hotel with a bathroom and breakfast. 🤯 As the conclusion of a really great week for the four of us...