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Picture Perfect – The Best of The West for Road and Trail Runners

It’s April and that can only mean one thing. To give you a clue, it’s linked with the warmer weather….

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The Cliffs of Moher – Closing Times, Route Closure?

A common question we get is, ‘what time does the Cliffs of Moher close?’, followed by a variation of, ‘I’ve…

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Lights, Camera…Action! The Cliffs of Moher in Pop Culture

Granted, we may be slightly biased when it comes to suggesting that the Cliffs of Moher are the world’s most…

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Winter Wildlife Watching: Animals You May Spot on the Wild Atlantic Way

Seals, dolphins and porpoises, migratory birds, sea birds, red deer, otters, hares and foxes, waterfowl—not all creatures in Ireland are…

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When is the Best Time to Visit Galway?

If you’re planning on taking a trip to Ireland in 2025, Galway is a city that should be top of…

Your Experience of our Tours!

We feel that the tours offered by Galway Tour Company represent the best tours in Ireland covering the best stretch…

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Celebrating World Tourism Day

To celebrate World Tourism Day (September 27th) we thought it would be interesting to round up some of the key…

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Exploring the Irish Language

Visitors to our shore are often bemused that the Irish language (or Gaeilge) is not widely spoken despite appearing on…

"Big Top" circus style blue tent and Galway Cathedral on the bank of Corrib river in Galway, Ireland

Galway International Arts Festival 2024 – Final Call!

We are smack bang in the middle of the Galway International Arts Festival, and if you are in Galway and…

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Coming ‘Home’ – the Irish-American Connection

It should come as no great surprise to learn that American tourists are one of the most frequent passengers on…

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