Great Blasket

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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.
Beautiful unspoilt and home to seal, wildlife, and two donkeys. Take a 30 minute boat with Blasket Island Ferries. Spend a full day, hike the island and enjoy a relaxing coffee amid spectacular scenery.

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Great Blasket Island Accommodation

Great Blasket Island Accommodation

3 out of 5
Great Blasket Island Great Blasket Kerry
Stay at this lodge in Great Blasket. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dunmore Head and Slea Head ...
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Base Accommodation Dingle

Base Accommodation Dingle

2.5 out of 5
Bridge St Dingle County Kerry
The price is AED 447 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 447
AED 507 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dingle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
Beautiful!!! Love this place!!!

Reviewed on 3 March 2026

Base Accommodation Dingle
The Waterfront

The Waterfront

3 out of 5
The Waterside Dingle Kerry
The price is AED 318 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 318
AED 361 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (334 reviews)
Very cozy, clean, and friendly!

Reviewed on 21 February 2026

The Waterfront
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Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO

Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO

Dingle Peninsula County Kerry
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Phoenix Cinema and The Dillon Gallery are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Comfortable house in very convenient location in the centre of Dingle

Reviewed on 31 October 2025

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Clifftop House 4 bedroom house VRBO

Clifftop House 4 bedroom house VRBO

Dingle Peninsula County Kerry
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. James Church and Ballyavenooragh are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
The house was clean, amenities all very nice, and the view spectacular! Had a few hiccups during check-in but our host, Rose, got us walked through and taken care of. Overall, a very pleasant stay for our time in Dingle!

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Clifftop House 4 bedroom house VRBO
Dingle Sea Escape

Dingle Sea Escape

Dingle Kerry
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium and Irish ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
The accommodations were great! The host was very responsive and left a binder full of useful information! Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 6 November 2025

Dingle Sea Escape
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