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Once in a lifetime stay in the “best hotel in the world” in County Mayo
Nestled outside Cong, in County Mayo, home of “The Quiet Man”, is Ashford Castle, a five-star, imposing hotel - one of the most famous in the world. It is quite simply magnificent. If you want to stay...
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How is John F. Kennedy's 100th birthday being celebrated in the US?
If John F. Kennedy’s life had not been tragically cut short on November 22, 1963, there is a chance that the 35th US President may have been celebrating his 100th birthday on May 29, 2017, on which day...
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This World Heritage Day take a look at the top sites in Ireland where history...
In Ireland, history is everywhere. But in some places, there is an especially strong connection with the past. Here are IrishCentral's choices for the top ten historical sites in Ireland. 1....
View ArticleIreland is surrounded by volcanoes
Volcanoes currently pose no danger to Ireland's residents, but the island is known for its reoccurring history of volcanic eruptions. Ireland is presently surrounded by extinct volcanoes such as the...
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From archaeological gems to stunning strolls - exploring Ireland's beauty
One of the things I love most about Ireland is that in every county, city, town and village around the country there is usually something fascinating to discover. As an archaeologist I really enjoy...
View ArticleStunning drone footage lets you fly like a bird over Cork
A creative team in Ireland used a drone to capture a stunning bird’s-eye view of Cork. Dog Day Media, a media production company based in Cork, and SkyTec Ireland, which is licensed by the Irish...
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Top ten adventure vacations in Ireland
For the nature lovers among you, Ireland offers unspoiled terrain, lavish green hills, and a rugged landscape. Few locations rival the Emerald Isle when it comes to the great outdoors. IrishCentral.com...
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The weirdest Irish pubs in the US (PHOTOS)
From animal testicles to ghostly apparitions - there are some pretty strange Irish bars out there, as this list shows. Bad Irish, Boise, Idaho What could be more wrong than being served a pint of...
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Eleven interesting facts about Cork Harbor (PHOTOS)
Cork Harbor, on the south coast of Ireland, is the second largest natural harbor in the world after Sydney Harbor in Australia. It has helped to shape world history and today is a thriving port and...
View ArticleWhy applying for or renewing your Irish passport just got a whole lot harder
All applicants for Irish passports and driver's licenses will now need to produce a public service card to go with their application. The move has been lambasted by critics who say the move is a step...
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Vandals try to destroy one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions
The iconic Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge located near the Giant’s Causeway in Co. Antrim has been forced to close. Vandals tried to cut through the rope bridge, one of Northern Ireland’s most popular...
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The wild and wonderful County Donegal (PHOTOS)
I am unapologetically stealing the motto from West Virginia to describe County Donegal in Ireland. Yes, they have their own motto, which is “Up here, it’s different.” This motto applies just as well,...
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Wild Atlantic Way’s top surfing vacation spots (PHOTOS)
Sun, sea and surf! Well Ireland can guarantee you at least two of these. Ireland has long been a top global destination for surfers with international pros coming from all over to sample the best waves...
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Lough Derg 80-mile trail - a jewel of Ireland’s natural heritage
An 80-mile nature trail showing the natural heritage of Lough Derg was launched last year to take visitors from Portumna, County Galway, to Killaloe, County Clare and back to Terryglass, County...
View ArticleTop ten magical caves to explore in Ireland
Explore the bedrock of Ireland with a visit to these secret, historic and spooky spots along the island's 3,000 miles of enchanting coastline. 1. Bruce’s Cave Situated in the cliffs of Rathlin Island,...
View ArticleNorth American visitors to Ireland up 25 percent in 2017
The number of visitors to Ireland from North America has shot up by 25% this year. Between February and April this year some 357,900 North American residents came to the Emerald Isle compared to...
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Top ten Irish facts about Toronto
Toronto is a city that was shaped in many ways by the Irish people who immigrated there in the 1840s while trying to escape the Potato Famine. The influx of immigrants temporarily doubled the city’s...
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Dublin mountain walk named among 1001 to experience before you die
The Dublin Mountains Way walking trail was named one of the most scenic routes in the world. The walking trail, just eight miles from O’Connell Street, stretching from Shankill to Sean Walsh Memorial...
View ArticleStunning drone footage taken by family in Ireland
A rainy holiday in Ireland made for dramatic footage for one man and his video equipment on a family vacation driving around the lush green island. Matt Coakley, along with his wife Holly and...
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The top natural wonders of Ireland (PHOTOS)
Ireland, like the United States, has some seriously stunning natural wonders. Mainland Europe might have the Acropolis, the Coliseum, the Sagrada Familia, and Piazza San Marco, but Ireland is home to...
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