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Top reasons to make the move to Ireland

Ever thought about moving to the Emerald Isle? Many have but few have chosen to make the ultimate move. Here are ten top reasons why you should give it a go:1. Ancient civilization: They have uncovered...

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Ireland’s top seaside towns and villages (PHOTOS)

Ireland is essentially a small island off mainland Europe, making the Irish a bunch of islanders, who are very proud of the fact. As such, we have a strange affinity with the sea and are extremely...

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Rare photos of the Lusitania tragedy that claimed 1,201 lives

Editor's note: Today marks the anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Lusitania, a passenger ship hit by a German U-boat torpedo off the coast of Cobh, Co. Cork, on May 7, 1915. On that fateful day...

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Irish party breaks out on Ryanair flight at 35,000 feet (VIDEO)

It began like there could be trouble aboard a Ryanair flight when flight attendants approached a man holding a suspicious piece of carry-on baggage.However, it soon became obvious that the young French...

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Irish whiskey business is booming as distilleries open across the country

Ireland is already home to 16 distilleries, but, much to the delight of whiskey enthusiasts, plans are underway to open another 14 across the country in the coming years.First comes The Pearse Lyons...

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Top ten tourist attractions to see in Dublin

Dublin, Ireland's capital, has changed enormously in recent years - as has the country - but the city still manages to combine the old with the new. Even though the city center has a metropolitan feel...

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Ireland may be the land of “cead míle fáilte” but new report suggests otherwise

Ireland is known for the gaelic saying “céad míle fáilte”, meaning “a hundred thousand welcomes”, but a new survey shows that Ireland ranks 20th when it comes to friendliness.The Expat Insider 2016...

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Born-again Irish beach a sensation as world media and tourists flock in

The born-again beach at Dooagh on Achill Island off the Mayo coast has become a worldwide tourist and media phenomenon.The reappearance of the beach after 33 years was due to an unusually strong tide...

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Is this perhaps the most perfect picture of Ireland ever taken?

Is this perhaps the most perfect picture of Ireland ever taken? It is the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare - which featured in the Harry Potter movies - taken at night with the Milky Way resplendent in...

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Irish pubs you must visit in Cork City

A stop inside a traditional Irish pub is a must whenever you visit Ireland. Despite the smoking ban, and a fairly hefty tax-rate on liquor sales, the Irish pub scene continues to thrive and features as...

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Turning the lighthouses of Ireland into breathtaking poster art

Ireland boasts many of the most dramatically beautiful lighthouses in the world and now an inspired Irish artist has created a series of instantly iconic new posters to celebrate them in all their wild...

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One-in-a-million rare white lobster found near Irish beach that reappeared...

One Co. Mayo fisherman came across the catch of a lifetime off the coast of Achill Island this week, just days after the magical reappearance of a long-lost beach on the Irish island.Fisherman Charlie...

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Places to see in Ireland before you die – part two

If you’re of Irish extraction, the chances are that you’ve visited Ireland, or plan to at some point in the future. For those of you who are planning a trip, we’ve put together a series of posts on...

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Top ten nature trails in Ireland

There is nothing better than having a hearty breakfast, getting out in the fresh air and walking through the beautiful countryside that surrounds you in Ireland.No matter where your trip to Ireland...

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Ireland's top ten prehistoric must-see tourist sites

Ireland has a long and rich mythological history. In fact, some of Ireland's prehistoric structures date back more than 6,000 years, from before the pyramids in Giza in Eygpt.Here are just ten of...

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Top hidden beauty spots in Ireland (PHOTOS)

We all know the Ireland of Saints and Scholars, Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Castle, not to mention the Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher. But what about a trip to the hidden Ireland,...

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US to ban use of computers on flights from Europe

The Federal Government will likely announce plans to ban the use of laptops on all flights traveling from Europe in a security crackdown.Currently, laptops and tablets are banned on flights originating...

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The best Irish bars in the city of New Orleans

New Orleans is famous around the world for its vibrant music scene and southern cuisine, as well as its extravagant celebrations and annual festivals; sounds a bit like Ireland actually.People...

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Galway's Claddagh Cottage lets you experience Irish life 100 years ago

The ancient Irish tradition of telling stories and singing songs around an open hearth fire is being revived at a beautiful thatched cottage which is just a short walk from the heart of Galway City.The...

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"One Day in Dingle" video will make you miss Ireland

A YouTube video titled “One Day in Dingle” shows beautiful footage of Dingle, Co Kerry, which, as Her.ie rightly pointed out, will make any Irish person abroad homesick. In fact, it might make you...

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