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Welcome to “Traveling in Ireland,” the podcast where Jody Halsted, your go-to Ireland travel expert, chats with locals about their areas and tourism businesses. Listen for laid-back conversations that spill the beans on the best places and experiences Ireland has to offer. From the buzz of Dublin to the tranquil spots in County Kerry, we’re diving into it all. Get ready for stories, insights, and tips that go beyond the guidebooks. Plus, I’ll be dishing out some Ireland travel tips to make your trip smoother than a perfectly poured pint of Guinness. Whether you’re a newbie or a ...

After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love...

Marty Cullen’s song and story-filled odyssey around Ulster Ireland’s northernmost province has a rich history of music and storytelling. From the towering mountains of the borderlands, to the barren hills of Donegal; tales of things human and mythical are told through poetry, recitation and...

It's exhausting being Irish. The constant self-flagellation is enough to put anybody off their breakfast. Why are we so hard on ourselves? Is it the postcolonial overhang following centuries of oppression at the hands of a litany of foreign invaders? Or is it collective guilt for sending Westlife out into the wider world? In Surviving Ireland, acclaimed comedy writer Colm Tobin takes the listener by the hand for a satirical romp through modern Irish life.

As he travels through the North, Wilson gets beneath the political surface to portray both the tragedy and comedy of everyday life in the Protestant and Catholic communities. Aware of the polarized image that each side has of the other, he emphasizes the importance of finding common ground and of asserting the middle against the extremes. Just as traditional Irish music is characterized by ornamentations and elaborations on a melodic theme, Ireland, a Bicycle, and a Tin Whistle is full of variations and wanderings on the theme of the trip itself.

When Edward Enfield decided to cycle around Ireland, he was enchanted by prehistoric fortresses, rugged landscapes, and landladies who insisted on washing his shirts. He takes you with him on a gentle ride up the west coast, eating fresh fish and enormous breakfasts along the way, and stopping to chat to peat-cutters, fishermen, eccentric tourists, and a famous matchmaker.

About the PodcastThe Ireland Podcast is a long-form interview series creating space for unhurried conversation about life on the island of Ireland and beyond.The ConversationsHosted by Fender Jackson and produced by Salthill Media, the podcast centres on listening rather than argument. Each episode features a single guest and allows time for reflection, context, and experience to emerge naturally. Guests include artists, musicians, writers, athletes, broadcasters, historians, and cultural figures whose work or perspective offers insight into place, memory, and lived experience.There is no ...

Travel tips for trips to the island of Ireland with Tourism Ireland. Let's explore the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland and discover places to visit, eat and stay! Visit ireland.com to plan out your next trip #FillYourHeartWithIreland #LongingForIreland

The ‘Exploring Ireland’ podcast showcases the best of Ireland. A unique independent travel and tourism podcast series to amplify the best of Ireland. Each episode features local experts, guides and commentators and looks at a different area of Ireland.

On the Love of Ireland podcast, you'll find expert Ireland travel tips and tricks, thoughts, folklore, stories, stories, and yarns

The Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful podcast looks at the main issues impacting the Environment locally and around the world with important people in the sector. 

Tour Ireland Outdoors is a podcast exploring the enigma and beauty of the Irish outdoors with the insight of those who work outdoors in the Irish Tourism Industry. Sponsored by footfalls.ie with assistance from Discover Ireland & Discover Northern Ireland. https://www.facebook.com/Tour-Ireland-Outdoors-104084938413727 https://www.instagram.com/tourirelandoutdoors https://twitter.com/outdoors_tour

Celtfather Music & Travel gives you an inside look into the life of musicians. You'll hear interviews with people I meet on the road and online who are involved in the Celtic and Geek communites. You'll enjoy stories from my Celtic Invasion Vacations and travels around the world. Plus, you'll get my inside thoughts on music marketing, cats, science fiction conventions, and the ideas that move me. This is more than Celtic music and culture. It's more than a Geek lifestyle audio blog or travel show. This is about what it means to be Scots-Irish and a Geek.

Lesser Spotted Ireland with Joe Mahon: Discovering Hidden Gems Across IrelandLesser Spotted Ireland: the podcast of the much loved television programme made by Westway Films and first broadcast on UTV.We will take viewers on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes and rich heritage of Ireland (both North and South). Hosted by the Joe Mahon, the show delves into the hidden corners of the island, uncovering its vibrant local traditions, fascinating history, and the untold stories of its communities.From the rugged coastlines to the tranquil glens and calm loughs, Lesser ...

Audioguides and Audiobooks that help you to explore Ireland

My Ireland Adventure will take you to all the magical places that we offer on our tours. We provide not only necessary information, but also some fun Irish trivia regarding a trip to Ireland, which includes historical facts of the locations, invaluable tips for touring, Irish slang along with interesting customs and even simple, yet quaint happenings of daily Irish life. We also provide you with information on our tours which includes, dates, locations, actual itineraries, and how, you, too, can join us on one of our tours. My Ireland Adventure was created by Laurie Calahan, a Southern gal and...

The Letter from Ireland Podcast. Join us as we travel in the footsteps of your Irish Ancestors around Ireland - visiting their homelands and telling their stories and with lots of great Irish music along the way.

Weil man immer wieder von Deutschen und anderen Deutsch-Muttersprachlern liest die sich fuer die Grüne Insel sehr faszinieren und sich einen Ausgedehnten Urlaub, einen Studienaufenthalt oder ein Ganz neues Leben in Irland vorstellen können aber oft nur schwer oder teilweise Infos finden, möchte ich hier fuer alle Interessierten Einblicke zur Vorbereitung und zum Start hier in Irland (Arbeits- und Wohnungsmarkt, Sozialversicherung, Infrastruktur etc) sowie zum Alltagsleben bieten - Genauso möchte ich euch aber in meine eigenen Einblicke und Eindrücke mitnehmen, Land, Leute, Kultur und ...

Hear all the latest news & updates from the team in the UK & Ireland on what Crystal has to offer you & your guests.

Northern Ireland has a better story to tell — one that goes beyond bombs, bullets and a sunken ship. You are part of this story. With 300+ conversations featuring some of the incredible people who call this place home, our weekly show gives you the chance to get away from the clickbait and connect with the amazing things happening in Belfast. Previous guests include NASA Scientists, Billion-Dollar CEOs, 91-year-old park-runners, Oscar-winning directors, Olympic Gold medalists, Bitcoin Auctioneers, Tim Burton's puppet-maker and a guy who built an aeroplane in his garage. Well-known voices ...