Irish whiskey - & pubs and beer in Ireland

Writer: Peter Bergström

Irish whiskey is loved by many, as is the culture of pubs and beer in Ireland. We experienced Ireland as one of Europe's most beautiful islands, with its intense green colours and dramatic nature. We travelled around Ireland for three weeks and we got to experience fantastic ruined castles, castles, breathtaking nature and of course the pub life with the laughter, music, whiskey, beer and drinks. Here is some liquid from Ireland!

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Facts about Ireland - 30 things you (might) not have known

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | Green landscapes, Guinness, St Patrick and pubs – Ireland has it all. But the country also offers thousands of years old tombs, a language that most residents don't use in everyday life, ancient sports and a surprisingly strong tradition of writers, musicians and storytellers.

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Visiting Skellig Michael - Star Wars in Ireland

Writer: Helena Bergström

Did you know that several scenes in Star Wars were filmed in Ireland? When planning our trip to Ireland, we decided early on that we wanted to visit Skellig Michael. Peter was very enthusiastic about visiting the steep rocky island with the old monastery. It turned out that visiting Skellig Michael wasn't easy... but today we can still tell you about this dramatic island!

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What is it like to travel by motorhome in Ireland?

Writer: Helena Bergström

We recently tried travelling by motorhome in Ireland for two weeks. So, what is travelling with a motorhome in Ireland really like? We've had a lot of experience in terms of roads, campsites, campervan hire etc. that we're sharing today. If you have more, similar or different experiences, please share them with us!

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The sacred monastic village of Glendalough - and Ireland's highest waterfall

Writer: Helena Bergström

Our last two motorhome trips in Ireland were to the sacred monastic village of Glendalough and to Ireland's highest waterfall, Powerscourt. Walking around the old (and new!) graves in the medieval monastic village of Glendalough was a very special experience. The waterfall provided a spectacular end to the motorhome trip. But, even though we returned the motorhome, the trip in Ireland was not over!

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Kilkenny is more than beer - rain and castles in Kilkenny

Writer: Helena Bergström

Kilkenny is not just beer! Kilkenny is also a medieval Irish town with a beautiful castle. We have now travelled almost all of Ireland by motorhome. Join us for the final leg, to a fascinating old monastic village and to Northern Ireland's capital Belfast. But first - a visit to a castle in Kilkenny!

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Rock of Cashel - The Royal Rock of Cashel in Ireland

Writer: Helena Bergström

The Rock of Cashel, or Cashel of the Kings, is a historic site in County Tipperary, Ireland. The Royal Rock of Cashel in Ireland is home to the very a lot of history. Among other things, the High Kings of Munster hung here and St Patrick himself came here. And the very first version of Guinness was brewed here.

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Blarney Castle in Cork, Ireland - kissing the Blarney stone

Writer: Helena Bergström

Blarney Castle in Ireland is located just outside the city of Cork. As well as visiting the castle itself and kissing "The Blarney Stone", you can walk around the extensive gardens, which include mysterious stone formations and a poisonous garden. This castle has everything a real castle should have!

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Killarney National Park - and the town of Killarney in Ireland

Writer: Helena Bergström

Welcome to Killarney in Ireland! Killarney National Park and the town of Killarney are located in the south-west of the country, at one end of the famous Ring of Kerry tourist route. We had seen some pictures before coming here, and yet we were almost stunned when we arrived at the national park. What greenery! Moreover, we found a small charming town and, of course, some castles and mansions ...

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Ring of Kerry - a classic road trip in Ireland

Writer: Helena Bergström

Everyone we talked to during our road trip in Ireland says the same thing; we have to drive the Ring of Kerry. This classic and beautiful road trip in Ireland simply seems to be a must. And what can we say? We agree! The Ring of Kerry offers breathtaking views, beautiful coasts, charming towns and a little dose of history. If you're lucky, you might even be able to do a... very exciting boats.

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