Travel inspiration for your Ireland & Scotland vacation
Looking for the top things to do on your next trip to Scotland & Ireland? You’re in the right place. As your own personal Celtic Experts, we’re here to introduce you to the wonders and characters that bring our spirits to life. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite locally hosted tours and restaurants to make sure your trip exceeds expectation and awakens imagination as you explore this extraordinary land that we call home.
What to do in Ireland & Scotland
- Lively Cities
- Local Expertise
- Stunning Landscapes
- Fairytale Castles
- The Home of Golf
- Magic, Myths & Legends
Lively cities
From hidden gems to iconic sights, these are the best cities to start your very own Celtic story in Scotland and Ireland. No matter where you decide to go, you’ll get authentic experiences hand-picked just for you.
Dublin
As Ireland’s largest city, Dublin has a progressive food scene, innovative museums and cultural centers, beautiful historical monuments, and unique activities.
Belfast
Northern Ireland’s capital, Belfast, is booming. The city is best known for the era of the “Troubles” and the birthplace of the Titanic, but now wandering through the modern-day downtown it is truly hard to believe it’s past.
Glasgow
Cruise Loch Lomond, visit Stirling Castle, spot the Loch Ness Monster, and taste some Whisky during your trip to Scotland in the urban cultural center and idyllic serenity of Glasgow.
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is Scotland’s compact, hilly capital with a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town. Looming over the city is Edinburgh Castle, home to Scotland’s Stone of Destiny.
Local expertise
They say a place is only as good as the people in it and in this part of the world, it’s absolutely true. See why you’ll be captivated by the stories, myths and anecdotes you can only hear from the locals.
A Nation of Storytellers
Sit right back and you’ll hear many tales in this ever-enchanting region of the world. Enjoy the insights of the places we visit as you’re charmed by the locals.
Irish Folklore
There is no escape more magical than walking in the footsteps of heroes. From local Saints to local superstars, these are the stories that will last a lifetime.
Meet Catherine Reilly
As the head of our Brendan team, Catherine has been making friends within the Celtic community for over 35 years so she’s learned a thing or two about where to go and what to do in Scotland & Ireland. Check out her own personally hand-crafted collection of all the can’t-miss experiences you can have too.
Stunning landscapes
Head outside for a breath of fresh, crisp, Celtic air as you journey deep into the heart of the Isles. From long stretches of smooth, paved roads, to rolling green hills as far as the eye can see; it’s impossible not to smile here.
No Filter Necessary
Discover the natural beauty of Scotland & Ireland as you soak in the breathtaking scenery, so incredible that no filter is necessary. As if pictures could even do it justice…
Cliffs of Moher
Dubbed the most beautiful place in Ireland, this UNESCO World Heritage site rises 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and surely must be at the top of your Emerald Isle bucket list.
Top Place to Propose
Talk about taking you personally, read all about how we helped two of our very own employees create the perfect proposal; creating a romantic Celtic story that they will never forget.
Unique vacations & experiences
Visit Iconic Movie Sets
Whether you want to head to Winterfell to relive some iconic Game of moments or are excited to see a mystical island straight out of Star Wars, our set-jetting experiences have something for everyone.
Golf At Legendary Courses
Whether you’re a golf enthusiast, or just there for the fun, Ireland and Scotland have plenty of amazing golf courses to help make your hole-in-one Celtic dreams come true.
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