Written by: Happy Irish Wanderers, an Irish travel couple with over a decade of full-time travel experience, this guide features the best castles in Ireland we have personally visited. Your Dream Ireland Castle Itinerary Starts Here. We love Ireland, our…
Older than the Great Pyramids of Egypt and even Stonehenge, Ireland’s megalithic sites are among the most fascinating ancient wonders in the world. Scattered across the country, from County Meath to Cork, Kerry, Clare, Sligo, Donegal and Carlow, these historical…
Every year from 10–12 August, the small town of Killorglin, County Kerry, comes alive with one of the most fascinating celebrations in the country – Puck Fair. Widely considered Ireland’s oldest festival and certainly its most unusual, it is an…
Ireland is one of the most magical countries in the world to explore by car. With winding coastal roads, medieval castles, ancient abbey ruins, and dramatic cliffs, it’s no wonder more and more travelers are searching for the best road…
Ireland’s music scene is thriving like never before. In 2026, a new generation of Irish bands is reshaping the global landscape—blending ancient tradition with modern innovation, breaking genre boundaries, and commanding international attention. From the gritty post-punk streets of Dublin…
The Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival 2026 is Ireland’s most iconic social tradition, running from September 1st to 30th. Having personally navigated the festival’s lively pub sessions and traditional matchmaking nights in County Clare, we’ve learned exactly what makes this month-long celebration…