It’s not uncommon to hear an Irish name and wonder what the meaning is behind it. In general, Irish names are inspired by places or things in the Irish language. Names like Shannon came from the ...

Names tell the story of a place — what’s important to a culture, what history it chooses to commemorate. In Ireland, names are especially political, reflecting centuries-old tensions between the ...

Situated in the north-west of Ireland, County Donegal tends to be ignored by tourists, most of whom head south, drawn by Dublin. And yet, this little corner of Ireland is well-known to – and beloved ...

Whether you're embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime tour across Ireland or just visiting the country for a short trip, Condé Nast Traveler's list of "The 19 Most Beautiful Places in Ireland" reveals the ...

To mark St. Patrick's Day, we've gathered some of our best photo galleries of the Emerald Isle. Tour some of the most beautiful scenery with the gallery above, then scroll down for a look at Ireland's ...

While you may have read a column a few weeks ago about gardens and plants of Ireland, there is still much to learn from the tiny nation of individuals who have DNA in common with more than 40 percent ...

Ireland may be famous for its lush green fields and verdant hills and valleys, but if you've never witnessed the beauty of Ireland in the winter, you're missing out on something truly special. When ...

DUBLIN TO LIMERICK—For her 50th birthday, Pam Blissitt wanted to take a special trip to Europe with her sister. She didn’t choose Paris or London. Instead, she decided to do a two-week driving trek ...

Sile, pronounced 'shee-la', is an Irish name meaning 'sky' that connects babies to ancient Gaelic heritage and carries deep ...