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A cool way to experience Ireland is to ‘settle yourself,’ a common Irish phrase that means to get your bearings and get grounded. Choosing a single place to spend your vacation, whether it be a city, county, or province, is a novel way to experience Ireland at the ground level, to immerse yourself in nature…
Cycling in Ireland is an age-old tradition, and there’s a movement underway encouraging children to ride their bikes to school and adults to ride to work! Ireland’s National Bike Week, May 10-18, 2025, celebrates what everyone knows about cycling: it’s good for your health, good for the environment and good for Ireland! For visitors, the…
Tyrone and Fermanagh in the province of Ulster, and Sligo and Mayo in the province of Connacht are places knitted together by geography, landscape and enduring traditions. The drive from Dungannon in Tyrone to Westport in Mayo offers a thrilling glimpse of Ireland’s small villages and towns, of the daily rhythms of the people who…
Of course we love summer in Ireland, and autumn leading into the Christmas holidays and winter. But increasingly, springtime in Ireland is the sweet spot for more and more Americans, who have discovered the milder weather, the abundance of nature, smaller crowds and in general a chill vibe between March and June which fits their…
As a special offer to BITA readers, Brack Tours is offering a $100 discount per person for any Exclusive Tour in 2024. To take advantage of the offer, contact info@ bracktours.com and use the discount code BRACKBITA2024 in your correspondence. You’re ready to plan that dream trip to Ireland in 2024, to explore its majesty and magic, to discover places…
Aer Lingus, Ireland’s flag carrier, has been connecting Boston to Ireland since October 1958, when the first non-stop flight went from Boston Logan International Airport to Dublin Airport. Today, Aer Lingus remains the perfect airline to take you back to Ireland, and to easily get you to some of Europe’s finest cities. With direct flights…
Cork City — A Top 25 Destination National Geographic has named Cork City one of the 25 best places in the world to travel to in 2025. The much-anticipated announcement is made annually and is a point of pride for destinations making the competitive list, which is handpicked by National Geographic’s explorers, photographers, and editors….
Ireland has its first Marine National Park, called Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí – (Marine National Park, Kerry). The announcement came on Earth Day, April 22, as ministers, environmentalists, marine experts and local tourism officials gathered to share the exciting news. The new Páirc is centered around Corca Dhuibhne in Co. Kerry and unites some…
As always, when traveling to Ireland, we first recommend checking out ireland.com – the official tourism website for the island of Ireland. You’ll find details on where to go, where to stay, what to do and what tosee. Ireland.com has up-to-date details on events, suggestions on driving routes and ways to experience the breathtaking beauty…
Boston has been a gateway city for Ireland’s flag carrier Aer Lingus for more than six decades, and this key transatlantic connection continues to grow stronger each year. With daily non-stop flights from Boston’s Logan International Airport, Aer Lingus flies daily directly to Shannon, in the west of Ireland, and twice daily to the capital…
“Irish people are really good at connecting,” says Sara Stanton, managing director and founder of Cara Group Travel in Quincy, Massachusetts. “And we like to know about people and we like to find out where you’re from.” That in a nutshell is why Cara Group Travel has been such a success since Stanton, who is originally from…
Thrilling music and inspiring literature, stunning landmarks and sheer beauty, iconic events and warm hospitality – these special features of Ireland don’t go away at the end of summer! On this island, culture, beauty and adventure are ubiquitous. Autumn in Ireland is when the summer and fall seasons gently and gradually converge and when bright, warm days…
Think you know Dublin? If you haven’t been to Dublin lately, you are in for some delightful surprises! Of course, Ireland’s capital city retains all of its old-world charm and history that has attracted visitors time immemorial: Trinity College and Christ Church Cathedral, St. Stephen’s Green and Phoenix Park, Leeson Street and O’Connell Street, Glasnevin…
Boston’s Logan International Airport hit a major milestone, thanks to significant improvements and the modernization of Terminal E, the airport’s international gateway, with an iconic red roof. This fall, Massport leaders and public officials gathered to celebrate the completion of these upgrades, which began in 2019, making a more efficient, secure, comfortable and enjoyable experience for international…
Nestled between Christmas season and St. Patrick’s Day, the winter months in Ireland are full of magic, comfort and delight for intrepid travelers. The winters are rarely extreme, with an average temperature between 40 and 46 degrees, and don’t be surprised to wake up to clear blue skies and sunshine. When Ireland is occasionally blanketed…
Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) today celebrated the upgrade and expansion of Terminal E, the airport’s international terminal at Boston Logan International Airport, and also marked the airport’s 100-year anniversary with a new exhibit. Read press release. The improvements were made in part thanks to a $62 million grant by the FAA as a part of the new Airport…
When it comes to proclaiming Ireland’s countless charms, there is no shortage of sources! Look to the poets and songwriters, the travel writers and bloggers, and to visitors themselves if you want to appreciate what makes Ireland such as magical place to visit, not just in summer, but all year round. For many of us,…
Sustainable travel has become an important facet of Ireland’s tourism industry, and is heartily embraced by communities, hospitality venues, small businesses, environmentalists and political leaders. It is a modern-day mindset that protects the island from short and long term damages, while offering visitors a respectful and responsible way to enjoy this precious island and leave…
When it comes to films and television shows, the stunning, beautiful scenery of Ireland has always been a marquee attraction, often overshadowing the actors themselves! From classic films like The Quiet Man andRyan’s Daughter to recent gems like Game of Thrones, Ireland itself is an indisputable screen idol. As National Geographic recently noted, “The Irish coast’s ancient forts, Gaelic…
The Irish literary traditions are ancient and well-known, from the ancient bards and storytellers to the modern giants of literature. Not surprisingly, these literary traditions are part of Ireland’s living culture today, as Ireland continues to spawn talented new generations of writers. You’ll find plenty of inspiration at these literary festivals, joining other poets, musicians, storytellers…
No matter when New Englanders want to travel to Ireland this year, Delta Air Lines has them covered, offering daily, nonstop service between Boston Logan International Airport and Dublin International Airport. First launched in May 2017 as a seasonal service, Delta has steadily built up a loyal following of travelers. The daily, nonstop flight on a Boeing…
The highly-acclaimed and ever-popular TradFest Temple Bar returns to Dublin from January 25-29, 2023 with more than 100 Irish artists and international performers at 85 events in cultural venues across the city. Now in its 18th season, 2023 TradFest offers a perfect balance between seasoned traditional legends and brilliant young artists at the start of…
For a relatively small island, Ireland boasts an amazing abundance of 30,000+ castles and ruins for visitors to explore and enjoy. They range from splendid medieval masterpieces with luxury accommodations to medium castles full of history and heritage, as well as smaller castles dotting the landscape. These castles are part of an illustrious heritage and…
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