Stop Dreaming, Start Packing for Your Ireland Vacation

Are you dreaming of seeing Ireland and even more curious about how to see Ireland on a budget?

Are you among the 70 million people of Irish descent from all corners of the globe who are part of the Irish Diaspora?

If getting to Ireland on a budget is part of your plan, let me help you turn that plan into a reality.

My name is Colette Connolly and welcome to my blog, Ireland on a Budget, which showcases all the great things to see and do in Ireland, with a focus on providing you with budget-friendly things to do. 

You can find out more about me in the About section of this website. 

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