TREKS and TRAILS in Ireland’s county Wicklow
Wicklow Way: Glendalough to Glenmalure (14 km, Moderate, ~4-5 hours: Part of the 131 km…
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TREKS and TRAILS in Ireland’s county Armagh
Slieve Gullion Summit Trail: A challenging 2-3 hour hike to the summit of Slieve Gullion,…
TREKS and TRAILS in Ireland’s county Carlow
Mount Leinster Summit Trail: A 7.5-km hike to the summit of Mount Leinster (795m), the…
TREKS and TRAILS in Ireland’s county Cavan
Cavan Way (26 km, ~16 miles, Moderate, 1 day: A linear trail from Dowra to…
TREKS and TRAILS in Ireland’s county Clare
Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk (14 km, Moderate, ~3-4 hours: This iconic trail stretches from…
TREKS and TRAILS in Ireland’s county Cork
Sheep’s Head Way (93 km total, Easy to Moderate, multi-day or shorter loops: This long-distance…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Derry
City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival 25th Anniversary: Marking its 25th year in…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Donegal
County Donegal, with its rugged Wild Atlantic Way coastline, dramatic cliffs, and cultural heritage, continues…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Down
America 250 at Hillsborough Castle: Throughout 2026, this curated display features letters, portraits, and artefacts…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Dublin
County Dublin, encompassing the vibrant capital city and its surrounding areas, continues to evolve as…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Fermanagh
Finn Lough Spa Village Development: This new wellness facility at Finn Lough resort features a…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Galway
County Galway, encompassing the vibrant city and the wild landscapes of Connemara, the Aran Islands,…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Kerry
South Kerry Greenway Extensions: A spectacular coastal route along the old railway line in County…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Kildare
County Kildare, renowned as the Thoroughbred County for its equine heritage, continues to leverage its…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Kilkenny
Kilkenny Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP) Initiatives: Launched in 2024 as a five-year strategy…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Laois
Rock of Dunamase Visitor Enhancements: Funded by €1.8 million from the EU Just Transition Fund…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Leitrim
County Leitrim, known for its serene lakelands, waterways, and position in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, sees…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Limerick
reThinking Tourism: Limerick Tourism Strategy 2025–2030 Implementation: Launched in 2025, this new strategy focuses on…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Longford
County Longford, nestled in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands with its serene waterways, ancient boglands, and greenways,…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Mayo
County Mayo, a highlight of the Wild Atlantic Way with its dramatic coastline, islands, mountains,…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Meath
County Meath, the Royal County and heart of Ireland’s Ancient East, rich in prehistoric sites…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Monaghan
Lough Muckno 10-Year Master Plan Implementation: Launched in late 2025, this ambitious Monaghan County Council-led…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Offaly
County Offaly, in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, is benefiting from significant investments through the EU Just…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Roscommon
County Roscommon Tourism Strategy 2025-2030 Implementation: Launched in late 2025, this five-year plan will advance…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Sligo
County Sligo, celebrated for its Wild Atlantic Way coastline, Yeats heritage, surfing spots, and outdoor…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Tipperary
Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2026 Recognition: Tipperary’s inclusion as one of the world’s top…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Tyrone
County Tyrone offers stunning Sperrin Mountains, dark sky viewing, emigration heritage, and outdoor adventures. In…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Waterford
Waterford Outdoor Recreation Plan Launch: This first-ever comprehensive plan, developed in collaboration with stakeholders including…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Westmeath
County Westmeath, at the heart of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands and Ancient East, features serene lakes,…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Wexford
Wexford Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP) Implementation: Launched by Fáilte Ireland in 2025, this…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Wicklow
County Wicklow, known as the Garden of Ireland for its stunning mountains, gardens, and monastic…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Armagh
County Armagh, known for its rich history, astronomy heritage, and natural landscapes, has several new…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Carlow
New and Upcoming Visitor Attractions and Enhancements in County Carlow for 2026 County Carlow continues…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Cavan
County Cavan, renowned for its lakelands, prehistoric landscapes, and position within the Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Clare
County Clare, celebrated for its dramatic Atlantic coastline, unique Burren landscape, and rich monastic heritage,…
What’s NEW and what’s cool in Ireland’s county Cork
Cork, Ireland’s largest county, boasts a vibrant mix of coastal, urban, and rural experiences along…
Festivals in Ireland’s county Derry
St Patrick’s Day Spring Carnival (around 17 March, Derry city): A celebration of the arrival…
Festivals in Ireland’s county Donegal
Atlantic Irish Fest (17–21 January 2026): A four-day celebration combining guided tours with live traditional…
Festivals in Ireland’s county Down
St Patrick’s Day Celebrations (around 17 March, county-wide including Downpatrick and Newcastle): Events honouring Ireland’s…
Festivals in Ireland’s county Dublin
New Year’s Festival Dublin (30 December: 1 January): Ireland’s largest New Year’s celebration featuring live…