The Tailteann Games – Ireland’s ancient Olympics Ireland’s Tailteann Games date back almost as far as the ancient Greek Olympics and are testament to the island’s passion for sport. Ireland’s Gaelic games have a long history. In fact, hurling is the oldest and fastest...
Top writers and thinkers lined up for Dalkey Book Festival Some of the world’s leading writers and thinkers across literature, history, politics, journalism, comedy and science will take part in this year’s Dalkey Book Festival. The picturesque village of Dalkey on...
June is in full swing, and the Cara Group Travel office is buzzing with excitement! With our calendars filled with travel groups and our inboxes overflowing with cheerful clients, it's safe to say we're ready for a busy but exciting summer! Amidst all the hustle and...
Welcome to our weekly dose of linguistic delight! Get ready to sprinkle some Irish charm into your vocabulary with our Word/Phrase of the Week! Each week, we'll unveil a hidden gem from the rich tapestry of Irish slang, sayings, and dialect. Whether you're planning...
Experience the mystical summer solstice in Ireland The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and its historical and mystical significance can be felt at Ireland’s ancient sites. One of the eight sacred days in Ireland’s Celtic tradition, the summer solstice,...
The tranquil village of Ardmore is the perfect spot for some Autumn sun and fresh air! It's about an hour and a half drive from Waterford City and there's plenty to see once you arrive.The village is the oldest Christian settlement in Ireland and boasts the best...
Welcome to our weekly dose of linguistic delight! Get ready to sprinkle some Irish charm into your vocabulary with our Word/Phrase of the Week! Each week, we'll unveil a hidden gem from the rich tapestry of Irish slang, sayings, and dialect. Whether you're planning...
Joyce’s Dublin recalled in Bloomsday Festival Ireland’s annual celebration of James Joyce’s seminal work, Ulysses, returns to Dublin in June with the five-day Bloomberg Festival Art, music, theatre, lectures, readings, walking tours and food events make up the...
The festival of Bealtaine in May marks the beginning of summer in the Celtic calendar and, since it’s Ireland, it’s a good excuse for a party. Falling midway between the spring equinox and the summer solstice, Bealtaine is one of Ireland’s four fire festivals, the...
Welcome to our weekly dose of linguistic delight! Get ready to sprinkle some Irish charm into your vocabulary with our Word/Phrase of the Week! Each week, we'll unveil a hidden gem from the rich tapestry of Irish slang, sayings, and dialect. Whether you're planning...
You'll want to make the most of your time in Ireland so why not organise a tour to pack in as much as possible? A great all-year option is to walk in the footsteps of the Westerosi on a Game of Thrones® locations tour in Northern Ireland. You can download a Game of...
More than just whiskey. Take a look at some of the amazing progress for sustainability Teeling Distillery is making! Our bottles of whiskey are made of 75% recycled glass and are 100% recyclable. Working closely with our bottle suppliers, they have developed the...