Kerry the staycation kingdom as over half plan holiday at home this summer

Kerry International Dark-Sky Reserve, Derrynane, County Kerry. Picture: Valerie O'Sullivan

A new study shows that 51% of Irish people are planning a summer holiday in Ireland over the coming months, with 27% more excited for this summer than any in recent memory.

The survey, carried out by Circle K, shows Kerry as the top staycation spot for the masses, with almost two in five (39%) saying they plan a trip to the southwest.