A secret map of Ireland's coastline played a crucial role in taking down a powerful alliance of pirates that had based itself in the southwest of Ireland in the 17th century. The map, drawn by Dutch ...

Ireland's best beaches are not a secret, pick a beach any beach at all and feel free to claim it as your own. When my children were young, as well as 'treasure' hunting in castles, we used to go beach ...

Surfing pioneer Kevin Naughton recounts the first time he discovered Ireland's waves. Surfing pioneer Kevin Naughton recounts the first time he discovered waves off the coast of Ireland during a ...

Most trips to Ireland follow the same rhythm: scenic drives, cliff walks, busy pubs, all wrapped up before nightfall. What many travelers miss is how different the coastline feels once the sun goes ...

Clonakilty, like much of Co Cork, comes alive in the summer Clonakilty, with its iconic beach huts, stunning coastal views, and foodie heaven status, has long been hailed as one of Ireland's treasures ...

A legal bid to establish whether or not the government entered a secret pact with the UK to defend Irish airspace in the event of a terrorist attack will be heard in the high court on Friday. It comes ...