About Trips.ie

Our Story

Trips.ie began with a simple question: What if travellers to Ireland could access genuinely honest advice from people who know the country intimately?

In a digital landscape crowded with sponsored content and generic travel tips, we created something different: a platform where authenticity matters above all else. Every route suggested, every hidden beach revealed, and every local pub recommended comes from thoughtful consideration of what makes a journey meaningful.

What Sets Us Apart

Unlike many travel resources, we remain fiercely independent. We don't accept sponsored content or promotional partnerships that would compromise our perspective. This means when we recommend a coastal trail in Donegal or a family-run café in Cork, it's because we truly believe it will enhance your experience, not because we've been paid to say so.

Our approach combines practical logistics with the human stories that give a place its character. We focus on the details that transform good trips into unforgettable ones: the perfect time to visit a popular site to avoid crowds, which local festivals genuinely reflect community traditions rather than tourist performances, or where to find those transcendent moments of connection with Ireland's landscape and people.

Our Editorial Vision

The heart of Trips.ie beats through the editorial direction of our Lead Editor, Anna Walsh. Anna's methodical approach to travel planning combined with her gift for uncovering the stories behind places ensures our content goes beyond surface-level tourism.

Her insistence on accuracy, authenticity and thoughtful recommendations shapes everything we publish. Under her guidance, our small team of contributors brings diverse perspectives while maintaining our core commitment to honest, experience-based travel content.

Our Commitment

At Trips.ie, we believe that travel at its best should be transformative, opening windows to new perspectives and creating lasting connections. Ireland offers extraordinary opportunities for such experiences, with its rich tapestry of history, breathtaking landscapes, and genuine hospitality.

Our commitment is to help you navigate this remarkable country thoughtfully, with respect for local communities and environments. We hope our guides inspire you to venture beyond the expected and discover your own unique relationship with Ireland.

Whether you're planning a visit from abroad, a weekend trip from Dublin, or exploring your own local region more deeply, we're here to help you craft experiences that reveal new dimensions of Ireland's endless charm.