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Ireland is blessed with a wealth of incredible filming locations. Take a look for some of the more famous locations below. If you want to visit any of them, they are all covered between out Cinematic Ireland and Game of Thrones tours.

The Wild Atlantic Way is just that - wild. The raw and untouched landscapes paint a picture you will never forget. Rolling green hills, bustling creeks and moon-like rock formations carve along the western coast, creating adventure at every bend.

Not only is Ireland the home of the Black stuff but it also has many other breweries and distilleries dotted throughout the landscape which are well worth a visit. You will  get to sample some of the world’s finest beers and whiskeys while also getting to see the fascinating...

Ireland and Britain have a wealth of castles between them. While many have been allowed to fall to ruin, many more have been restored and renovated over hundreds of years to become major tourist attractions,historical landmarks and hotels. Here we have picked our 8 favorite...

Have you ever wondered how the holiday season is celebrated in other countries? This week, the (Christmassy) spotlight is on Scotland and its traditions at this time of year. Scotland is not only a great place to visit during a Spring or Summer vacation, but also during the...

Christmas may be a major holiday celebrated all over, but each country has its own unique take on it. In honor of this time of year, we’re spotlighting Ireland’s unique traditions and customs. Sure, Christmas can be magical wherever you go, but there’s nothing quite like when...

The small screen serves as a visual portal to Ireland for thousands of people around the world. For many, television provides a first look at the Emerald Isle's rocky cliffs, green hills and wild coastline. Not only is this country filled with adventure, culture and...

 Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way is the perfect destination for your Ireland vacation. Spanning 2,500 km of rugged coastline, this must-see region offers striking mountains, breathtaking cliff views and fairytale green forests. There is so much to do along Ireland’s west coast...

Just 40 minutes from Belfast, you can tour 20 key Game of Thrones tour filming location hotspots on the sprawling Old Castle Ward demesne. This is your chance to explore Winterfell Castle, Robb's Camp, Walder Frey's Twins, Brienne's Tree Branch, Winterfell Brothel, The...

There are so many fun things to do when you visit Ireland on vacation. With stunning scenery and a story everywhere you turn, Ireland is the perfect playground for excitement, discovery and relaxation. We've chosen 20 of our favorite things to do in Ireland based on our own...