Press

A visit to the turbulent coastline of County Donegal reveals a placewhere the Welsh poet found creative enrichment in the summer of1935. By Sophy Roberts Aug. 13, 2025 Visuals by Michael Turek We drive up through the steep Glengesh Pass, or Glen of Swans, in smooth, switchback turns. The pass, a short distance from the […]

Meet the people who provide the properties for our staycations The last bank holiday weekend of the summer has arrived, with holidaymakers flocking to villas by the beach and cottages in the countryside in the hope of sunny weather or even just a lack of rain. Thousands of short-term letting (STL) hosts have already been

The stunning Árainn Mhór – Ailt an Chorráin Blueway will see its new promotional videos officially launched at an event this Friday, 6th June 2025, at 11am. Donegal Tourism Ambassador, Noel Cunningham, will be unveiling the videos at An Chúltúrlann on Arranmore Island, where all are welcome (see below for RSVP details). Noel will also

‘Nocto Tourism,’ where travelers look to explore destinations at night, ’is the latest travel trend to dominate 2025. Ireland has been named the top spot in Europe for a stargazing holiday, along with Spain. ‘Nocto Tourism,’ where travelers look to explore destinations at night, is the latest travel trend to dominate 2025. It’s experiencing activities you can

Cobblestone Cottage offers guests the chance to experience the historic charm and luxury of their Irish cottages, paired with a personalized vacation itinerary. Discover the magic of Donegal with a stay at Cobblestone Cottage, where coastal beauty meets bespoke hospitality on Ireland’s enchanting shores. Founded with a deep love for Donegal’s wild landscapes, Cobblestone Cottage offers three

Leon O’Cathasaigh takes us on a bike ride through the Wild Atlantic Way as he revels in the west of Ireland’s history, people, and culture. Most people think of the Wild Atlantic Way as the tourist route that spans the western seaboard and attracts many visitors to our shores. However, I can’t help thinking of

Cobblestone Cottage is delighted to announce the launch of its exclusive luxury accommodation brand, offering discerning travelers with exceptional retreats in the heart of Donegal’s stunning coastal landscape. At Cobblestone Cottage, we are dedicated to crafting a truly personalised journey for each guest. Through one-on-one dialogue, we bring your ideal stay to life, paying attention

Experience a personalized luxury stay in one of these authentic Irish cottages in the heart of Donegal’s stunning coastal landscape. Find out how you can make an unforgettable trip to Donegal a reality by staying at one of these luxury Irish cottages. Cobblestone Cottage is a newly launched Irish accommodation provider offering beautiful unique cottages with

Tourism Ireland rolls out promotional campaign to capitalise on Lonely Planet accolade for Donegal Donegal has been named the fourth-best region in the world to visit in 2024 by Lonely Planet, coming in ahead of places like Southern Thailand, the Swahili Coast in Tanzania and Montana in the United States. The leading travel media company

Deeply tethered to Ireland’s Gaelic past, the ‘forgotten’ county of Donegal is richly endowed with the island’s traditional culture, beauty and spirit. On my first morning in Donegal, a place sometimes referred to as Ireland‘s forgotten county, a man named Séamus Doohan drove a friend and me down a twisting ribbon of road in a van filled