Tour
Amii McKeever on 25 Aug 2021
Holidaying at home: vet day on Inis Mór so watch where you step (tourist!)
It’s often the people you meet along the way that make a holiday. Amii McKeever met some of the people behind your trip to the Aran Islands
Amii McKeever on 04 Aug 2021
‘Tourism has to work for the locals first’
The people of Dingle operate in a collegiate manner, most importantly: visitors enjoy themselves no matter which company they choose. After all, a rising tide lifts all ships, writes Amii McKeever.
Amii McKeever on 16 Jun 2021
Fercullen Irish whiskey, a new name from an ancient place
At 397ft, the Powerscourt Waterfall is the tallest in Ireland, formed over time much like Irish whiskeys. Joining in this proud tradition is the Powerscourt Distillery, writes Amii McKeever
on 09 Jun 2021
A step back in agri time at Johnstown Castle
The surname Pierce is known far and wide across the agri-machinery industry. Emily Crowley got to grips with the history of Pierce's Foundry at the Agricultural Museum at Johnstown Castle and Gardens
Anne O'Donoghue on 05 May 2021
Currach building with Peadar Macken
Traditional boat builder, Peadar Macken, has lived both country and city life in Glaway, but what connects both is his love of the sea. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue.
Anne O'Donoghue on 28 Apr 2021
Living Life: scout’s honour
Scouting for Girls frontman, Roy Stride, talks to Anne O’Donoghue about the band’s new album, why they end their tours in Ireland and just how far back the bandmates go
Anne O'Donoghue on 07 Apr 2021
Living Life: Hardy Buck Owen Colgan
Owen Colgan speaks to Anne O’Donoghue about growing up on the farm in Mayo, getting started with The Hardy Bucks and his stand-up comedy
Anne O'Donoghue on 24 Feb 2021
The High Kings at home and away
Finbarr Clancy and Brian Dunphy of The High Kings talk to Anne O’Donoghue about their new album inspired by fans around the world, their musical backgrounds and purism in folk music
on 22 Dec 2020
Living Life: thank God I'm a country boy
Irene Bermingham speaks to hugely popular wedding entertainer and balladeer Simon Casey about his country roots and how family time inspired his most recent album
on 30 Sep 2020
Blown away by Wexford
On a recent trip to Wexford, Emily Crowley discovered that, even with COVID-19 restrictions in place, there is something fun for all ages across the county
Odile Evans on 20 Mar 2020
Watch: virtual farm tour for ag science students
Educational video resources have been created to help agricultural science students during the COVID-19 challenge.
Leo Powell on 01 Jan 2020
Musical classics return to Dublin
Some of the greatest musicals will be performed in the Bord Gáis Theatre in 2020, and what's more, a Meath tenor will be frontman for one of them
Michael Commins on 01 Jan 2020
Country Sound: Johnny McEvoy on the road again
Johnny McEvoy's career has spanned over five decades and he's showing no signs of stopping with his latest tour writes Michael Commins
Mairead Lavery on 28 Aug 2019
Tipperary…here we come
Have you ever visited the Ormond Castle in Carrick-on-Suir, walked or canoed even part the Suir Blueway or taken a cruise on Lough Derg. These are just some of the treats Mairead Lavery experienced
David Wilson on 24 Apr 2019
Living Life: this week's going out guide
In this week's going out guide, David Wilson lines up a fantastic selection of music, comedy and theatrical performances from across the country
Anne O'Donoghue on 03 Apr 2019
'I basically looked like Romeo doing the walk of shame'
Comedian Neil Delamere is effortlessly hilarious. From farming, to road trips and history, he can make just about anything funny, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Amii McKeever on 03 Apr 2019
Can you ever please all of the people all of the time?
Are people more likely to slate something that they are dissatisfied with over giving praise and within this, are our expectations of delivery and customer service too high?
David Wilson on 06 Mar 2019
Living Life: Going out guide
From music to comedy, theatre and film, David Wilson has rounded up the best things to do this weekend.
Michael Commins on 14 Nov 2018
Nashville: a place of mystical outreach
After four days of Pigeon Forge hospitality and the Smokey Mountains, it was time to board the coach for the four-hour journey to Nashville, writes Michael Commins
Enda Carr on 16 May 2018
Living Life: This week's going out guide
From film and music to comedy and theatre, there's something for everyone this week, writes Enda Carr.