Ireland is home to some of the most beautiful cities and towns on the planet, although we may be slightly biased… However, only five of them are thought of as Ireland’s “main cities.” These are Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, and Waterford. Whether you’re just curious about Ireland or planning a visit, we will give you … Read more
Today the majority of people in Ireland speak English as their first language. However, all Irish people are taught their native language at school, and a lot of Irish also speak their native language as a second language to varying levels of fluency. This language is technically called “Irish Gaelic”; however, most people simply call … Read more
In many ways the Irish government like a combination of its two closest neighbours, the UK and US governments. Like the UK, Ireland has a parliamentary system and a unitary state. Like the USA, Ireland is a republic with a constitution. Like both, we have a liberal democracy here in Ireland. What Type of Government … Read more
If you would like to contact family, friends or colleagues in Ireland via the US simply follow the steps below: How to Call Ireland from the US How to Call the Republic of Ireland from the US To call any Irish phone number from the US, you’ll need to first enter the International Code which … Read more
Ireland is famous, both good and bad, as a nation of drinkers. The Emerald Isle has given birth to iconic drinks including Guinness, Bushmills and Jameson whiskey, the Irish coffee, and to legendary drinkers including Luke Kelly, George Best and Phil Lynott of Thin Lizzy. All that being said, the nations relationship with alcohol is … Read more
If you’re looking to take a trip to Ireland, you may be wondering what the currency is. Well, that depends on whether you’re going to the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland. What is the Currency in Ireland? The Republic of Ireland uses the euro (symbol € and the currency code EUR). However, Northern Ireland … Read more
Ireland and the US have long been friends, even family for many. The link across the Atlantic Ocean has now spanned centuries, generations of family members, and various facets of culture and individuals. The strong bonds between both countries is all the more remarkable when you consider the size differences. Ireland is a relative spec in … Read more
Travelling to Ireland for business or pleasure is not without its stresses, even if the Emerald Isle is as welcoming a destination as any across the world. One of those potential stresses is driving around Ireland and more specifically, what side of the road do they drive on in Ireland? We’ll answer that and give … Read more
Are you planning a trip to Ireland? Ireland was voted the 18th most beautiful country in the world, beating out Vietnam and Croatia. It is a fantastic place for road trips, hiking, discovering castles, eating seafood, and drinking. But how long does it take to get there? In this blog, we will discuss how long … Read more
Ireland is a small island country situated on the edge of both Europe, to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. Despite being famous worldwide for its history, culture, and famous sports and music exports, Ireland is a spec on the global scale. Especially when compared to a country as large as the … Read more