The Irish punt, often simply referred to as the punt, was the currency of Ireland before the country adopted the euro. In essence it was the Irish version of the British Pound Sterling, and the two currencies were closely linked for many years. What is a Punt in Ireland? The Irish punt was in circulation … Read more
It might be a boring question, but if you’ve ever travelled beyond your own shores you’ll know just how important it is to know what plugs are used in Ireland. Luckily for you, the answer is easy to remember. Ireland uses the same plugs as the United Kingdom! Perfect if you happen to be travelling … Read more
In the grand scheme of things, the Emerald Isle is just a small spec in the totality of the world. So we won’t take it too personally if you’re a little unsure of where Ireland is exactly. Let’s fix that! What Continent is Ireland in? Ireland is located in Europe and is found in the … Read more
If you’re planning on visiting us here on the Emerald Isle, then a trip along the Wild Atlantic Way should be near the top of your list from day one! Obviously the west coast of Ireland has existed in its beautiful, rugged form for millennia but more recently Tourism Ireland, the tourism body for the … Read more
When people sing of Molly Malone, Cockles and Mussels, they’re also signing about our fair city and capital, Dublin. The city itself welcomes millions of visitors every single year, and you might be next! With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the most popular options of where to stay in Dublin. … Read more
Dublin might be the capital, but for many Galway is the city of their heart. Known for its vibrant nightlife and world-class culinary food scene, Galway is located along the west coast of our famous Emerald Isle. By population count, it is the sixth biggest city here, with approximately 80,000 residents in the area, and … Read more
Ireland welcomes over 11 million tourists from far and wide every year. With our wild coastlines, lush green patchwork fields, history, culture and craic, it’s no surprise that millions fly into the Emerald Isle. If you’re considering visiting us for the first time, take a look at the airport options below where we’ll provide a … Read more
It’s been several years since the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union in 2016, and the formal exit took place on the 31 January 2020, meaning that the UK officially became the first country to withdraw from the European Union. It might seem strange to discuss this on an Irish website, but as … Read more
There are two options for travelling between Ireland and the United Kingdom: flight or ferry. For those who don’t wish to fly the great news is that there’s plenty of regular ferry services to take you over to us here on the Emerald Isle. Let’s take a good look at the options and prices for … Read more
A visit to Ireland will bring a different experience depending on the time of year that you visit. If you want to ensure the best possible experience whilst visiting the Emerald Isle it’s important to note a lot of factors such as the climate, daylight hours, and popular times of the year vs quieter times. … Read more
