Make a break for Ireland
Now's the time to think about taking a trip to the republic or the north...
Enjoy designer Orla Kiely's childhood memories of living just outside Dublin
Enjoy author Marian Keyes's memories of childhood holidays in Co Clare
Enjoy presenter Dick Strawbridge's memories of growing up on the edge of Ballyclare in County Antrim
Where to go and what to do
Spend a long weekend in Belfast
Visit the cliffs of Moher - one of the must-see places in the British Isles
Find the craic in Galway Designer hotels and Guinness-fuelled entertainment
Escape to hidden Ireland Explore Carlow, Laois and Offaly
Visit the gorgeous gardens of Northern Ireland From national botanic plant collections to tranquil walled gardens
Places to stay
Plan your own Northern Ireland stay with our online accommodation search, powered by Visit Britain. From five-star to hostels, click here to find somewhere to stay
Hire a horse-drawn gypsy caravan in Mayo, Galway, Laois and Wicklow
Wonderful walks
Top wildlife walk: Crom, Co Fermanagh On the shores of Upper Lough Erne in County Fermanagh lies one of the UK's most important nature reserves.
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If you can't be there in person, enjoy our delicious traditional Irish recipes
For more information on Ireland and to help plan your trip, visit the Tourism Ireland website at www.discoverireland.com
