Through work, romance or some other twist of fate you’re considering a move to the Republic of Ireland. We can’t blame you, however, before you make a final decision there’s a lot to consider such as visas, citizenship, lifestyle, culture and job prospects in the country. We’ll dig into what you need to know below. … Read more
Guinness is renowned for being one of the most famous beers in the world, with its distinctive black colour and its unique ‘Harp’ logo which are synonymous with the Emerald Isle. If you’ve never had the opportunity to try a pint of Guinness, you’re probably going to be wondering what it tastes like. We’ll give … Read more
Visitors to the Emerald Isle will know (or learn very quickly) that the island of Ireland is tiny in comparison to the rest of the world. Mix that small size with some complex political and constitutional history, and you end up with two capital cities located just 2 hours apart. Belfast, located in Northern Ireland, … Read more
The county of Donegal is located in the north west of the island of Ireland and shares its name with the town of Donegal which lies to the south of the county. The county of Donegal is the fourth largest in Ireland and home to approximately 160,000 people but, despite its location in the north … Read more
As well as being a land of stunning scenery and outstanding natural beauty, Ireland is home to a whole host of famous sports people, singers and bands, culture, food and drink, history, and much more. Let’s explore some of Ireland’s most prominent historical moments as well as the famous people who have helped bring the … Read more
The Cliffs of Moher are a series of natural cliffs located in County Clare, on the west coast of Ireland. They are an area of outstanding natural beauty and one of the top visitor attractions here on the Emerald Isle. Whether you’re visiting or just curious, let’s dig into some of the key facts and … Read more
Derry Girls the Channel 4 TV series which became a global success story during its three season run, and is set in the Northern Irish city of Derry (also known as Londonderry) during the 1990s. When does Derry Girls Take Place? Derry Girls aired for 3 series and a total of 19 episodes, including an … Read more
Northern Ireland has six counties: Antrim, Down, Armagh, Derry/Londonderry, Tyrone, and Fermanagh. These six counties are nine of the counties found in the Irish province of Ulster. Below we will look at what each Northern Irish county has to offer. How Many Counties are in Northern Ireland? Antrim County Antrim is probably the most well-known … Read more
The longest river in Northern Ireland is the River Bann. Running approximately 80 miles long, the Bann is part of Northern Ireland’s history, geography, and politics. Let’s look at why this river is so significant. What is the Longest River in Northern Ireland? Geography of the River Bann Although there is some disagreement about the … Read more
Bothies have a long history in Northern Ireland, and also across the rest of Ireland and throughout the British Isles, but are primarily associated with Northern Ireland and Scotland. As the Mountain Bothies Association puts it, Bothies are essentially quite close to “camping without a tent” but let’s look into them in a bit more … Read more