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Head to Hook Lighthouse for some maritime magic A tour of the oldest operational lighthouse in the world makes for a fascinating experience topped off with jaw-dropping views. Sitting majestically on the tip of the Hook Peninsula at the entrance to Waterford Harbor in...

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...

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,...

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...