The ecological jewel of Kerry Marine national park and the archaeological splendour of Brú na Bóinne in the east are the latest additions to the country’s portfolio of protected areas

A year-long celebration aims to start a new chapter for Belfast, forging better connections and conversations within communities through creativity and culture

Catholic saint? Pagan goddess? Mythical brewer? A break in Kildare sheds light on a woman now honoured with her own bank holiday on 1 February

In a country where historic buildings appear around almost every corner, these lesser-known treasures offer brilliant visits without the crowds

The wild west coast from Cork up to Donegal has captivated writers from Yeats to Synge and Charlotte Brontë – as well as a host of lesser-known talent

With surfing, e-biking, kayaking, hiking and history, we join an all-action family break around County Cork’s spectacular bays, headlands and beaches

From Donegal down to Kerry on the wild west coast and Cork up to Wexford on the eastern seaboard, these spectacularly located boltholes make the most of the island’s dramatic cliffs and beaches

Some of the quirkiest, most picturesque villages are nestled in the outer reaches of the Irish countryside, which has helped preserve their character