Staycations Special Report

Treat yourself with a trip to the Irish tourist spot garnering international acclaim — none other than Co Waterford

Whether you fancy surfing the waves or strolling through the stadiums, there are endless ways to plan an Irish holiday fit for a sports fanatic, writes Michael Moynihan

This stunning stretch of the west coast has inspired many notable films and much literature, along with endless visitors each year, writes Jo Kerrigan

Travel editor Tom Breathnach takes his car on a selective tour of personal favourite destinations

To discover the best in food, festivals and family-fun adventures, you need only cross the Border

YouTuber Daragh Curran shares his top picks of drinking dens to visit this autumn as you explore Ireland

Neolithic tombs, Viking settlements and a US presidential homestead all await in the magical Ancient East region writes Marjorie Brennan

With Halloween just around the corner, there’s no shortage of events to get you in the mood for spooky season

Food writer Kate Ryan details the beauty spots that have provided some of her favourite memories and meals

Jo Kerrigan invites us to discover the delights of Ireland’s Ancient East, where icons of history and heritage sit proudly amid the natural gems

Mimi Murray enjoys an eventful visit to Derry and Donegal, taking in historic exhibitions, stunning architecture, beautiful beaches and a heartwarming animal sanctuary

John Daly retraces the tracks of Irish ‘ghost tourism’, a niche market for those with an appetite for the macabre

Jo Kerrigan enjoys a walk through Ireland’s history and the spectacular scenery of its western seaboard

Lakes, laneways, castles and canals in the centre of the island – this is the hidden Ireland that you’ll be so glad you visited, says Jo Kerrigan

Mimi Murray joins a group of tourists on a guided walking tour of Dublin and sees her own capital city with a fresh pair of eyes

Thomas Breathnach looks at a selection of events and activities to inspire your staycation breaks in the upcoming months

Mel Mullan chats to Ireland’s top chefs and food experts about their tips for a tasteful break in Ireland

Jo Kerrigan retraces the footsteps of giants on a trip through the Irish locations for globally respected artistic creations

Radio presenter Eimear Ní Bhraonáin and family have used ‘the pandemic years’ to rediscover their appreciation of Ireland. She spoke to Shauna McHugh

Tom Breathnach takes a trek through the fantastic amenities on offer in the counties collectively called the ‘Hidden Heartlands’

Joe McNamee recalls great journeys, people and places he encountered and the tables he has sat around along the way

Joe McNamee, Irish Restaurant Writer of the Year, offers his low-cost tips, tricks and insider info to eating well on the road

Dan MacCarthy recounts his trips to islands off the East and West coasts

Tom Breathnach outlines why people’s appetite to enjoy holidays within Ireland is at an all-time high

Jo Kerrigan lists some of the reasons why people who visit Cork are so keen to return

Dan MacCarthy takes us on a voyage to four island communities, each with its own unique appeal

Cian Byrne takes an eventful journey along Ireland’s eastern coast, where a wealth of great destinations and activities await

Isabel Conway enjoys a walk through Ireland’s capital, which deserves its fame as one of the world’s must-see cities

Kate Ryan outlines the great outdoor activities on offer in Munster and Leinster

Tom Breathnach, Travel Editor, unearths a treasure trove of natural wonders and great activities in Northern Ireland

Noel Campion takes his motorhome on a photographic tour of Ireland

Kate Ryan looks at some of the exciting outdoor breaks that await people taking a staycation in Ulster and Connacht

Jo Kerrigan enjoys the natural beauty, rich history and the great amenities that have won global fame for Ireland’s west coast

Rest and relaxation is fine, but nothing beats getting out into the fresh air

Staff shortages were in part caused by people leaving the industry during the lockdowns

The North offers new experiences that people are craving after 18 months at home

‘Staffing crisis with the hospitality industry is dire and the lack of chefs is a huge problem’

Irish resorts offer a range of activities from luxury spa treatments to golf and falconry

‘I think we have gained a lot of new customers who will come back again and again’

Centre looking forward to Halloween as restrictions due to end on October 22nd