The Travel Exchangers

No Irish bucket list can be complete without exploring the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way.  Stretching 6200 kilometers all the way from the Inishowen Peninsula in Co Donegal to Kinsale in Co Cork, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way offers one of the best coastal driving routes in Europe and arguably the entire world! Here are 5 unmissable spots to mark on your route traveling from north to south: 1. Slieve League, Co Donegal The Sliabh Liag (Slieve League) cliffs are located on the north west of Ireland and are the highest accessible cliffs in Europe. Sliabh Liag directly translates as “Grey Mountain” in Gaeilge (Irish) and the cliffs impressively rise up over 600m above the ocean below (The Wild Atlantic Way Online Guide, 2023). There is a viewing platform that offers panoramic views over the Atlantic ocean, Donegal Bay and the Sligo Mountains.  Image: arrivalguides.com 2. Downpatrick Head, Co Mayo Downpatrick Head should be an unmissable stop on the Mayo leg of your journey. The Downp...

With well over 3000km of Irish coastline, there is no shortage of beautiful seaside towns and villages dotted around the country. Ireland has so much to offer on our coast from bustling beach towns to quaint fishing villages. Now that longer days and better weather is fast approaching, we’re giving you 4 of the best coastal destinations to explore in Ireland this summer season. Lahinch, Co Clare Located on the west coast in Co. Clare, Lahinch is Ireland’s surfers paradise with world class surfing conditions all year round. It’s also a haven for other water sports such as kitesurfing, fishing and sailing. If golf is more your thing then playing a round at Lahinch Golf Club will surely tick all the boxes. In the town itself, there are dozens of great cafes, restaurants and pubs to visit with live traditional music to be found in many of the pubs including Kenny’s Bar and The Nineteenth Bar. The stunning Cliffs of Moher are just a 15 minute drive from Lahinch town making it a great bas...

Lace up those hiking boots and escape to the mountains! We are so lucky to be surrounded by lush green landscapes, rivers, sea views and mountains on this gorgeous island of ours, making Ireland the perfect place to go hiking. In recent years, hiking has exploded in popularity with thousands of new hikers now taking to our hills, mountains and walking trails each week to relax in nature, work up a sweat, or simply reconnect with pals or with themselves. If you need some inspiration for your next hike then check out our suggestions for three of the most scenic hikes in Ireland: Glendalough, Co Wicklow Glendalough is a relatively short drive from Dublin making it the perfect option for a day trip. It never fails to disappoint due to its natural beauty and vast history associated with the area - the monastic settlement here dates back to the 6th century (Geraghty, 2021). Glendalough has a range of trails to choose from offering challenging hikes like the Spinc (the white route) to short, ...

It's Valentine's Day, and we're here to spread the love 💖 Whether you fancy a romantic city break, want to hit up a coastal hideaway, or simply get away from it all and escape to the country, we’ve got you covered with three special itineraries. Just save this post when planning your next romantic getaway with that special someone.  Coastal Calm  There’s no beating the kingdom of Kerry when it comes to beautiful scenery in Ireland. If you are looking for a romantic coastal retreat literally a stones throw from the beach, then look no further than the “Fisherman’s Farmhouse” which is available on Airbnb for a very reasonable €120 per night.* The cottage has been lovingly restored and its cosy interior with exposed beams and stonework make it the perfect place to relax and unwind with your sweetheart. Photo credits: Airbnb The cottage is located on the Iveragh Peninsula between Castlecove and Caherdaniel and the exact location is provided upon booking the Airbnb. There are...