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Plate of seafood in a dingle restaurant
April 28, 2026

Top Restaurants and Bars within Minutes walk of Dingle Benners Hotel

Immerse yourself in Dingle’s vibrant pub culture and standout eateries, located mere steps from your stay. Let Connect the Dots Tours reveal the true spirit of the town.
a photo of Matt Molloys pub in Westport
April 19, 2026

Westport’s Best Restaurants and Bars within walking distance of the Wyatt Hotel

Discover Westport’s best walk-in dining and liveliest traditional music bars—all right on your doorstep. Experience the town’s authentic soul with Connect the Dots Tours
Food in a fine dining restaurant
April 17, 2026

Top Restaurants and Bars within 5 Minutes walk of Donegal’s Central Hotel

Explore Donegal’s premier walk-in eateries and vibrant trad-music pubs, all just steps away. Uncover the town's true spirit with Connect the Dots Tours.
a small village street with cars parked randomly and a green hill in the background
February 2, 2026

The Best Towns in Ireland

We believe the best way to experience Ireland is not by rushing from highlight to highlight — but by staying longer, traveling comfortably, and truly connecting with the places and people that make Ireland unforgettable.
elderly man with a blue baseball hat reads a information board at an old castle
February 2, 2026

The Best Museums around Stauntons on the Green Hotel (Plus a Few Brilliant Hidden Gems)

Whether you’re into art, history, science, writers, whiskey, or weirdness, Dublin’s south side has you covered.
happy elderly lady with large sunglasses seated on a small tour bus with a rolling green field in the background
February 2, 2026

Getting from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Centre

Arriving into Dublin Airport is the start of an exciting trip, and getting from the airport to the city is refreshingly straightforward.
2 musicians play musical instruments. one guy play the tin whistle and the other plays the fiddle
February 2, 2026

A Night in Doolin: Immersed in the Heartbeat of Irish Traditional Music

There are places throughout Ireland where music is encouraged, places where it’s supported, and places where it thrives. But Doolin is something altogether different.
A group of 15 people (mostly in their 60's and 70's) are smiling and many have their hands in the air. In the background is Muckross house in Killarney
February 2, 2026

The Truth About Small Group Tours in Ireland: Why Under 16 People Makes All the Difference

This article explains why a real small group tour in Ireland is—and must be—16 people or fewer, and why that specific number matters from both a practical and legal standpoint.
Connect the Dots Tours of Ireland
February 2, 2026

A Packing Guide to Ireland

Planning Tours Ireland? This expert packing guide for small group tours Ireland explains luggage limits, weather essentials, laundry stops & smart travel tips.
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January 29, 2026

A Food Lover’s Guide: The Best Restaurants Within 20 Minutes of Stauntons on the Green

This area of Dublin is a treasure chest of restaurants, cafés, pubs, bakeries, and fine-dining spots. And because Stauntons sits between the bustle of Grafton Street and the serenity of St.
Small Group Tours of Ireland

Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey

At Connect the Dots Tours of Ireland, our mission is to connect those elements into a seamless, meaningful experience — guided by people who know Ireland intimately and care deeply about how it’s shared.

We don’t just offer tours of Ireland. We create small group tours of Ireland that feel personal, enriching, and unforgettable.

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