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Ireland might not scream “tropical getaway,” but it’s absolutely packed with stunning island beaches where you can dive right into crystal-clear waters - even if they're a bit brisk!

Off the tip of the Dingle Peninsula lies one of Ireland’s most hauntingly beautiful places - the Blasket Islands. A string of isles scattered across the Atlantic, the Blaskets are as rich in story as they are in scenery. Once home to a small but fiercely self-sufficient Irish-speaking community, the islands are now uninhabited, but far from empty.

Perched high above the world-famous Lakes of Killarney, where sweeping mountain vistas meet tranquil waters, Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is ushering in a new era of luxury with a series of carefully curated enhancements designed to elevate every aspect of the guest experience.

Trying to avoid the hustle and bustle of Ireland's capital with your pet? We've found five best dog friendly hotels that you can enjoy, dog bowls included! Seaview House Hotel, County Cork Seaview House Hotel is a lovely hotel based in West Cork and is one of the view dog-friendly hotels in the area. Seaview is very dog positive and has been looking after guests and their four-legged friends for years. Seaview has four dog-friendly rooms with three having direct access to the

Ireland is full of amazing trails, forest paths, coastal walks and muddy puddles (sorry, clean car) — and the best bit? So many of them are totally dog-friendly. We’ve rounded up some of Ireland’s best hikes where both two-legged and four-legged walkers are welcome!

Off the coast of County Kerry, Skellig Michael rises dramatically from the Atlantic Ocean, 13 km from the mainland. This remote island, known as Sceilg Mhichíl in Irish, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its early Christian monastic settlement and stunning natural beauty.

If you’re looking for the Irish hike that properly tests your legs, lungs and head for heights, this is the one. The Coomloughra Horseshoe is a full-value mountain day in County Kerry that links Ireland’s three highest summits, Carrauntoohil (1,038.6m), Beenkeragh (1,008m) and Caher (1,000m), via ridges and a few hands-on sections.