Skellig Michael View
Skellig Michael View

Lonely Planet Gives Nod to Irish Attractions

Lonely Planet, the publisher of the popular worldwide travel guides, has added 8 Irish destinations to its popular Ultimate Travel List, highlighting the "500 best places on the planet." This…

Spike Island
Spike Island

Spike Island Attraction Wins Award

Once the largest prison in the world, Spike Island is now a popular attraction off the coast of County Cork exploring 1,300 years of Irish history and heritage This news…

Rossaveal Harbour
Rossaveal Harbour

New Aran Islands Ferry Now in Operation

A new Aran Islands ferry, the largest domestic passenger ferry to operate in Ireland, is transporting passengers from Rossaveal in Co. Galway to the Aran Islands. This news page contains…

Fota Wildlife Park Lemurs
Fota Wildlife Park Lemurs

Fota Wildlife Park Welcomes Lemurs

Last month, the Fota Wildlife Park in Cork welcomed three critically endangered black and white ruffed lemur babies to its family of rare animals, asking the public to come up…

Blacksod Lighthouse
The Blacksod Lighthouse, one of the attractions that Bill Duffy brings visitors to as part of his Really Great Tours. Photo: Peter McCabe, Fáilte Ireland/Tourism Ireland.

Blacksod Lighthouse Offers Guided Tours

Blacksod Lighthouse in County Mayo, responsible for changing the course of World War II, is now offering guided tours. The 30-minute guided tours are available Monday through Friday and also…