Explore Ireland Your Way: Travel Tips, Road Trips and Local Insights
Welcome to the NewWay Blog. Your go-to source for everything you need to know when planning your trip to Ireland. Whether you’re planning breath taking road trips, hunting down hidden gems, or simply seeking local tips on where to eat, stay, or explore, we’ve got your travel inspo covered. From curated itineraries across Ireland’s rugged coastline to practical guides on how to make the most of your car hire, our goal is to help you experience the Emerald Isle like a local, at your own pace, off the beaten path, and with unforgettable moments along the way.
Not sure which car to rent in Ireland? Use our expert guide to find the right size, space and comfort for your trip with practical advice from the NewWay team.
Discover the Causeway Coastal Route in Northern Ireland. From The Gobbins to Giant’s Causeway, seaside towns, and hidden gems. Your dream road trip starts here.
Planning a family road trip in Ireland? Discover kid friendly attractions, car hire advice, child seat rules and the best places to stay with kids. Start your Irish adventure with NewWay.
St Patrick’s Day is more than a date on the calendar – it’s a celebration of Irish culture, community, and pride. Every March, Ireland transforms into a vibrant stage of music, colour, and tradition. From world-famous parades to intimate local gatherings, the spirit of St Patrick’s Day is everywhere. Whether you’re planning your first trip or returning for more, this guide will help you experience the best of Ireland during its most festive season.
Want a real flavour of Ireland on a route that’s fun to drive and has breathtaking scenery to boot? In the Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland has one of the best road trip routes in the world. Coastlines and castles, beaches and harbour towns, cliff walks and abbeys, mountain ranges and rugged islands – all this lies ahead of you (and much, much more) as you explore Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
You’ve picked up your rental car from Dublin Airport and have made your way across the island of Ireland to beautiful Galway. You’ve heard all about the amazing scenic drive from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher and now you’re ready to embark! But wait, there’s so many places to see along the way it can be hard to choose
Are you planning a trip to Ireland but don’t know where to begin? We’re here to help. We’ve gathered data from two of the most trusted sources out there when it comes to planning holidays in Ireland - Fáilte Ireland’s official list of Ireland’s top visitor attractions and TripAdvisor users’ top rated things to do. Taking this information, we’ve built the ultimate list of where to go and what to see in Ireland.
We know, Ireland may not be held in the same culinary esteem as the likes of Italy or Spain, but the truth is, there’s a wealth of exceptional places to eat all over the country. In recent years, the food scene has gone from strength to strength, with plenty of funky new concept restaurants appearing alongside the traditional ‘pub-grub’ type food we all know and love.
Ah, Dublin. The capital city of Ireland and home to some of the country’s most famous sights, landmarks and people. It may be hard to believe given the small size of Ireland, but every city has its own form of subculture where you’ll find different types of characters, slang, food, drink and general way of life. Dublin is no different and acts as a bit of a cultural melting pot due to large multinationals setting up their EU headquarters here.
Road Tripping from Dublin to Galway
The Irish midlands is a charming region, yet it’s often overlooked by travellers who flock to the country’s many coastal wonders. That’s understandable considering how many of them there are! But if you’re planning a road trip through Ireland, we think that there are some other less-travelled routes that are worthy of your consideration as well.