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<p>Gundari Spa, Greek Islands</p>

S These are 2024's hottest new hotel openings in Ireland and around the world

From lakeside havens to urban retreats Thom Breathnach selects edgy new addresses for a hip holiday experience

Sun, 31 Dec, 2023

<p>Discover the great outdoors on these walking trails</p>

12 of the world's greatest walking trails for an epic adventure

Pack your hiking boots and set off on an epic walking adventure this year along one of these memorable routes, writes Thom Breathnach

Fri, 29 Aug, 2025

<p>Off the clock, island life in Nólsoy is idyllic, serene, and blissfully chilled. Picture: Alessio Mesiano</p>

I won the Faroe Islands volunteer tourism lottery — here's how I got on

Eco-tourism volunteering on these dramatic Nordic islands leaves Thom Breathnach feeling like he’s won the lottery

Sun, 15 Dec, 2024

<p>A stroll along the Beara peninsula.</p>

S The insider's guide to Beara Peninsula: Where to stay, eat and explore in West Cork

The peninsula that put the ‘Wild’ in ‘Atlantic Way’ is a mesmerising place to explore, eat and stay. Join writer Thom Breathnach as he guides you through the headland that transcends county

Wed, 23 Jul, 2025

<p>Cabra Castle, Co Cavan</p>

Irish castle breaks: keep the holiday magic alive with these 15 getaways

From bijou to bling, channel your own Gothic drama with a wintry castle break, writes Thom Breathnach

Mon, 28 Oct, 2024

S The insider's list: 20 of the best Irish hotels for your 2026 getaway

From newcomers to revamped favourites, Thom Breathnach selects 20 of Ireland's most noteworthy accommodation to book now

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

<p>Slow Cabins, Co Galway. It is among our highlighted seasoned pioneers and dynamic fresh faces of sustainable staycations</p>

21 of the best green hotels and getaways in Ireland for your most sustainable staycation yet

From hotels and B&Bs to castles and cabins, Ireland offers plenty of eco-conscious staycation options, writes Thom Breathnach

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

<p>The Comeragh Mountains in Waterford, the South of Ireland.</p>

The Insider's Guide to Waterford: 55 things to see, do and experience — and the best places to stay

The Déise is a dazzling and diverse destination, writes Thom Breathnach

Mon, 08 Jul, 2024

<p>Some of the Irish people making small changes daily, clockwise: telly presenter Katja Mia; Gaff Goddess writer Laura de Barra; Marvel illustrator Will Sliney; artist Pradeep Mahadeshwar; Irish Examiner beauty columnist</p>

Siobhán McSweeney, Paul O'Connell and other Irish faces on simple sustainable swaps

We asked 35 Irish people, “what one small change have you made in your life to be more sustainable?” Here's what they said...

Sat, 06 May, 2023

<p>24 fantastic fitness and wellbeing holidays</p>

Hiking in Ibiza, yoga in Croatia: These 24 wellbeing holidays should be on your bucket list

Your wellbeing plans for the year ahead don’t have to end with abandoned January resolutions, as Thom Breathnach suggests the best mind and body holidays around

Sun, 21 Jan, 2024

<p>Some of Thom Breathnach's Irish winter wonders.</p>

21 cosy Irish hideaways to escape to this winter

Snuggle up and star in your own Winter’s Tale in one of these warm and welcoming retreats, writes Thom Breathnach

Mon, 13 Nov, 2023

<p>From films to telly to new music and beyond: our Hot 100 has you covered</p>

The Hot 100: Your guide to what's happening this autumn and winter

From movies to music, fashion to food, here are our editors’ top picks for the season

Sat, 03 Sep, 2022

<p>A best of the best, we hope you will use this guide to inspire your travels, to unearth new places to stay, and to support the finest that Ireland has to offer.</p>

S 100 best places to stay 2025: The Hotel Examiner's guide to Ireland's best stays

It doesn’t matter if it’s a modest three-star or a luxury retreat, great hospitality is all about a feeling, say Jillian Bolger and Thom Breathnach

Sun, 23 Nov, 2025