Blasket Islands

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One of the many abandoned 'huts' on the Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór). The island was inhabited until 1953 when the Irish government evacuated the island. Many of the population immigrated to Springfield, Massachusetts in the USA.
One of the many abandoned 'huts' on the Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór). The island was inhabited until 1953 when the Irish government evacuated the island. Many of the population immigrated to Springfield, Massachusetts in the USA.
The Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór in Irish) was home to the most western Irish community until it was evacuated in 1953. The island population was never more than 150, yet it left behind a very rich written Irish legacy - the island boasted three writers Tomás Ó Criomhthain, Peig Sayers and Muiris Ó Súilleabháin whose books have been translated into several languages. There are now boat trips to the deserted island where the ruins of the village can still be see. I would recommend a visit to the excellent Blasket Visitor Centre in Dún Chaoin before going to the island, to learn more about the life and culture of the bygone island community.
We hiked on the great blasket Island and it was great. The views are incredible and you can also meet a group of seals.
Dingle Harbour Lodge

Dingle Harbour Lodge

3 out of 5
The Wood Dingle Kerry
The price is NT$4,016 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
NT$4,016
NT$4,558 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
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Stay at this guesthouse in Dingle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
Friendly staff and great views

Reviewed on 2025/12/30

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Dingle Benners Hotel

Dingle Benners Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Street, Dingle, Co Kerry Dingle Kerry
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Dingle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (551 reviews)
Lovely friendly welcoming staff. The hotel is old style in the centre of town. Our room was very clean. The breakfast was excellent. A great choice of food.

Reviewed on 2026/2/8

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Base Accommodation Dingle

Base Accommodation Dingle

2.5 out of 5
Bridge St Dingle County Kerry
The price is NT$4,602 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$4,602
NT$5,224 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (445 reviews)
Dingle was our favorite town in Ireland. We stayed one night and wish we would have stayed 2. There are fun shops great bars and beautiful scenery. The location of Base Accommodation Dingle was perfect. The girl who checked us in was lovely and the room was great! Very spacious with comfortable beds ...

Reviewed on 2025/12/26

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Portmagee Seaside Retreat

Portmagee Seaside Retreat

3 out of 5
Portmagee County Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Portmagee. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Skellig Experience Centre and Heatherhill Stables are located ...
This rental was awesome. It had a phenomenal view, the beds were comfy, and it was close to downtown Portmagee. Just be sure to bring your own shampoo & conditioner. Other than that, the place has everything! Totally recommend.

Reviewed on 2025/12/2

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