See what the experts are saying about Newgrange. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Tips for travelers with disabilities
Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. One of the best Irish-based online resources is www.disability.ie. Click on the "Holidays" link for good advice on tra... Continue reading »
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Tips for women travelers
Women should expect few if any problems traveling in Ireland. The country's views on women are much more advanced now than they were a couple of decades ago. Women are accepted traveling alone or in groups in virtually every environment, and... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
Ireland is such a small island that you can cover a lot of ground in a week, and feel quite at home within two, but even with the best of intentions and all the energy in the world, you'll never see it all on a short visit. To get the most... Continue reading »
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In one week
I love to fly into Dublin, knowing that the compact, laid-back city awaits a few miles down the road, with its old-fashioned pubs, its modern restaurants, and its absorbing sights all laid out for walking. If you've never been here, a couple... Continue reading »
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The north
Years of turmoil made the North of Ireland a no-go zone for many tourists, and justifiably so. There was a time when, whatever your perspective on the Troubles, driving around here could be a bit nerve-racking. But times have changed, and pea... Continue reading »
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A pub-crawl
Dublin has a collection of some of the world's best pubs, tucked away on side streets, quietly minding their own business. James Joyce theorized that it was impossible to walk across the city without passing one, and you'd be hard-pressed to... Continue reading »
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In two weeks
With 2 weeks, your visit to Ireland will be much more relaxed. You can stretch out a bit more in your travels, heading to less crowded counties, with more time to meet the locals. In your second week, head up to Galway, Mayo, and Donegal, tak... Continue reading »
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For families
Traveling with children is always a bit of an adventure, and you'll want all the help you can get. Luckily Ireland, with its vast open countryside, farm hotels, and castles is a fairy-tale playground for kids. You'll have trouble finding baby... Continue reading »





