Travel to Ireland & Scotland

Destination travel guides highlighting the best of Ireland and Scotland, with handy vacation planning tips from the Celtic Experts.

CHOOSE YOUR TRAVEL STYLE
Whether you want to travel on a guided tour or fully customize your vacation, each of our five travel styles promises a handcrafted experience that is planned, managed and personally delivered by passionate, fun-loving locals.
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PLAN WHAT YOU’LL DO
From heritage, ancestry and history discoveries to foodie travel, outdoor adventures, golf trips, family fun or just pure relaxation, there’s never a shortage of things to do in Ireland and Scotland, and we’ve hand-selected the best activities for your vacation.
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SELECT WHERE YOU’LL STAY
Luxuriant castles, elegant manors, inclusive resorts or chic hotels, wherever you want to stay, Catherine’s Collection ensures you get the right accommodation for your trip. Each property is personally selected and vetted by our expert team.
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CHOOSE THE BEST TIME TO GO
Each season brings a distinctive charm to Ireland and Scotland, so the “best time to travel” is entirely up to you. Discover expert recommendations in our seasonal travel guides for the most popular experiences in the winter, spring, summer and autumn.
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GATHER YOUR TRAVEL COMPANIONS
Every traveler is different. Whether you’re traveling with your partner, friends, the whole family or even taking a solo adventure, our handcrafted vacations are tailored for you. This is us, taking you personally.
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Plan Your Ireland & Scotland Trip

Every traveler is different. How will you customize your vacation?

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Guided Vacation

Scenic Scotland

8 Days

6 Cities

8-day Scotland tour of Glasgow, Oban, Inverness and Edinburgh

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$5,350

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4.9

Private Chauffeur

Ireland Family Adventure

Fully Customizable Trip

8 Days

11 Cities

Make meaningful, uplifting and lifelong memories as you connect with your loved ones and locals alike on a trip that captures the imagination of all the family.

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$8,653

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4.7

Self-Drive

Northern Discovery

Customizable Trip

8 Days

10 Cities

Buckle up and get ready for a northern adventure

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$2,500

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Glenoe Waterfall, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

4.6

Locally Hosted Rail

Ireland's Sparkling Gems

Customizable Trip

8 Days

7 Cities

Combine the astonishing sights of the Ring of Kerry, the Golden Vale and Cliffs of Moher with the vibrant sounds of Dublin.

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$3,207

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GUIDED VACATIONS

LUX SELF-DRIVE

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PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR

SELF-DRIVE

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LOCALLY HOSTED RAIL

Stories to Inspire

Discover articles on our blog, The Gab, as you plan your trip to Ireland and Scotland

THE BEST MONTH TO VISIT IRELAND

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CASTLE STAYS IN IRELAND & SCOTLAND

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TOP 10 MUST-DO EXPERIENCES IN IRELAND

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