Food in Ireland: The Guide to Dingle
Take a look at our interactive map and discover some of the best locations to grab some food while hiking the Dingle Way.
Common Irish Names: How Are They Pronounced?
If you’re used to travelling overseas, you’re probably familiar with that moment when you’re forced to explain the pronunciation of your name. Even the most common of Irish names are mispronounced [...]
21 Reasons NOT To Visit Scotland
Have you ever wanted to visit Scotland? Castles, culture, glens and mountains – we’ve heard all of the reasons before. Quite frankly, we’re not convinced. We can find no reason that anyone [...]
Top 12 Movies Filmed in Scotland (With Some Surprises!)
Scotland is famous for its breathtaking scenery and, not surprisingly, has been used as the location for many well-known movies. A land full of culture, mystery (I’m looking at you, [...]
Rob Roy MacGregor: The Man, Myth and Legend
Rob Roy Macgregor Rob Roy MacGregor was a man, is a legend but was never a myth. He was an incredibly fascinating character in Scotland’s history. What’s even more fascinating is [...]
How Do You Like Your Whiskey?
Firstly – Whiskey or Whisky? Growing up and living in Ireland, to me it’s whiskey. If I were to ask my Scottish friend however, he would no doubt inform me [...]
Hadrian’s Wall History
Hadrian’s Wall has so much to offer. Hike along the adjacent path. Discover ruins of the Roman Empire’s most northern barrier in Britain. Experience the peace and quiet of England’s [...]
6 Ideas for Irish Gifts
Authentic Irish gifts are the ideal souvenir to bring back after a trip to Ireland. Whether it’s Celtic jewellery, an Aran sweater or simply a Guinness-related gift – it’s always [...]
The Potato Famine – What Was The Irish Potato Famine?
Ireland is a country steeped in history, with the Irish potato famine of 1845 considered to be the worst tragedy in that history. Even today, scars remain on the landscape [...]