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Here’s a bucket-list 7 day Donegal and Northern Ireland Road Trip 🍀This is a ‘fast-trip’ that takes in the best of the n...
02/09/2026

Here’s a bucket-list 7 day Donegal and Northern Ireland Road Trip 🍀

This is a ‘fast-trip’ that takes in the best of the north, from Belfast and the Antrim Coast to Donegal’s rugged peninsulas, cliffs and coastal drives 🗺

Some key info about this road trip:

🗺 Starts in Belfast and finishes in Donegal (you can adjust if needed)
🚗 You’ll need a car
💪 You’ll explore Belfast, the Antrim Coast, Derry, Inishowen and the Donegal coast
👇 You’ll find the full itinerary 👇

01/09/2026

Welcome to a verrrry wet and blustery Clifden Castle in County Galway! 🏰⁠
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You can park up about a 25-minute walk from the castle, which dates back to 1818. As you'll see in this video, the ground can get fairly manky after rainfall, so keep that in mind! 🌧️ ⁠
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The castle is in ruins, but many of its original features are still standing strong! 💪

Here’s a 7 day West Coast of Ireland Road Trip to try when you get the chance 🍀Now, a quick note: this is a ‘fast-trip’ ...
31/08/2026

Here’s a 7 day West Coast of Ireland Road Trip to try when you get the chance 🍀

Now, a quick note: this is a ‘fast-trip’ that covers a huge stretch of coastline, from Kerry and Clare right up through Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Donegal in a short space of time 🗺

Prefer to travel at a more chilled pace 🤔 We have 1 week 'slow-trips', too 🍺

It Won’t Suit 🚫

- Anyone looking to travel at a slower pace
- Those visiting when daylight hours are short
- Anyone that doesn’t want to change accommodation frequently
- Those hoping to spend multiple days in one area

It Will Suit ✅

- Anyone keen to see as much as possible in one trip
- Those happy to keep moving each day
- First-time visitors that want a broad look at the west coast
- Those comfortable with longer driving days

More info 👇👇👇

30/08/2026

Few things compare to a gentle trot through one of the Aran Islands, where mile after mile of hand-built stone walls stretch out before you, accompanied by the rhythmic 'clop' of hooves on road and the melodic lilt of an Inis Oírr accent.

Ireland has no shortage of scenic drives, but the road leading down towards Keem Bay on Achill Island is on another leve...
30/08/2026

Ireland has no shortage of scenic drives, but the road leading down towards Keem Bay on Achill Island is on another level 😲🌊

As the road twists through the mountains in Mayo, the bay slowly reveals itself below with steep cliffs, bright water and one of the most spectacular coastal settings in the country.

The only downside is that there are very few safe places to pull in along the descent, which is why tackling it by bike can be a good option if fitness allows 🚲💪

Photo licensed from Iuliia Laitinen

If you’re after a city stay in Ireland that feels surprisingly tucked away from it all, The Woodland Suite Experience in...
29/08/2026

If you’re after a city stay in Ireland that feels surprisingly tucked away from it all, The Woodland Suite Experience in Cork is well worth a look 🌳✨

Hidden within the grounds of the Montenotte Hotel, the suites combine Scandinavian inspired design with subtle Japanese touches, all while overlooking the River Lee and Cork City beyond 😎

Despite being just minutes from the heart of the city, the setting feels wonderfully calm, with each Woodland and River Suite designed as a quiet little escape from the bustle outside 🤩

Read all about it and more unique Irish stays: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/unique-places-to-stay-in-ireland/

Photos via the Montenotte

This is the 'Magic Road' in County Waterford 🤔🗺 LocationYou’ll find the Magic Road in the Comeragh Mountains, not far fr...
29/08/2026

This is the 'Magic Road' in County Waterford 🤔

🗺 Location

You’ll find the Magic Road in the Comeragh Mountains, not far from Mahon Falls (there’s a lovely walk there).

🚗 How it works

You stop (safely) and turn off the car. You leave the hand break off. Your car will then appear to roll backwards up the hill behind you.

⚠️ Safety warning

The Magic Road is narrow, and there’s a bend both in front of you AND behind you, so EXTREME caution is needed if you’re going to attempt this. Pull over when safe to do so and keep an eye our for cars (and people) in front of you and behind.

Read more: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/magic-road-waterford/

First photo ©Failte Ireland. Others via Google Maps

28/08/2026

POV: You miss a turn in Connemara and trust that Google Maps will find a perfectly suitable alternate route… 🇮🇪🐄🚜

27/08/2026

Good evening from an uncharacteristically calm Cliffs of Moher 😍🇮🇪

Here’s a 7 day Irish road trip that takes in the very best of Cork and Kerry 🍀🚗Built around some of the country’s most s...
27/08/2026

Here’s a 7 day Irish road trip that takes in the very best of Cork and Kerry 🍀🚗

Built around some of the country’s most spectacular coastal scenery, this route mixes lively towns, winding mountain roads, little villages and stretches of coastline that feel wonderfully remote 🗺️🌊

A few handy need-to-knows:

🗺️ Starts in Cork and finishes in Kerry (easy to tweak depending on your route)
🚗 A car is essential for this trip
💪 Highlights include Cork City, Kinsale, West Cork, the Ring of Beara, the Ring of Kerry and the Di**le Peninsula
👇 Full itinerary below 👇

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