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The best Irish pubs always feel so special and authentic because they focus on the good room mentality. The good…

If you’re looking for a wild night out, you’d best stay away from these locations where the most eventful activity of the night is watching the streetlights flicker.

Ireland is like a gold mine when it comes to musicians. With all this talent, the next global music phenomenon…

From typical Irish snacks that are simple but strict to everyday topics of conversation, these little quirks and behaviours make…

Ireland is famous for its rich history and warm hospitality, but some of its deep-rooted traditions can leave visitors feeling completely baffled.

When an Irishman promises to “murder a pint” or “skin you alive,” there is nothing to worry about. In local Irish lingo, most threats are metaphorical, but the confusion for visitors is very real.

One thing you can always talk about in Ireland – the weather. It’s safe and makes for good small talk.…

Ireland has a few very special sports that are traditional and Irish to the core. Hurling is one of those…

The “luck of the Irish” might be a famous phrase, but there are some age-old local superstitions that have refused to go away. These beliefs remain a quiet but firm pillar of Irish cultural identity.

The Irish are a nation that loves to keep history alive, whether that be through storytelling, music or poetry, but…

Although some Irish inventors revolutionised the way we live today with inventions that everyone uses, they don’t always get credit…

What do Roddy Doyle and Michael D. Higgins have in common? Yes, they’re both Irish, but there’s more. Both of…

The mind behind the world’s first successful C-section, the scientist who helped explain why the sky is blue, and the…

These ten things you’ve experienced if you live near the border aren’t solely about where you’re from; it’s how you…

From savoury blood sausages to ocean-scented seaweeds, Irish cuisine offers a unique culinary adventure for the daring. Ireland is world-famous…

If you’ve not already been in this situation, you’re almost guaranteed to experience it once you’ve spent any real time…

You’re multiple rounds in, the bell rings, and the lights come on. It’s at this point that the real Irish…

Leaving without saying anything? The Irish goodbye is not rude – it’s actually a respectful way to leave. When it’s…