Ten new and exciting holiday ideas in Ireland this summer

Donard, Wicklow

A year and a half of Zoom calls, re-watching every TV series from your youth — the Dawson’s Creek final episode still makes me cry — endless phone scrolling and not very cheerful news can take its toll on our bodies and our minds. Taking time to switch off and disconnect can be difficult at the best of times, but an escape to the Wicklow Mountains can provide just that.

Wicklow’s stunning landscape never ceases to impress, with hundreds of walking trails and hikes overlooking the picturesque countryside and surrounding mountains.

The newly opened Wicklow Escape offers guests a two-night stay in the countryside with delicious food from executive chef Danni Barry from July 14 — an ideal break for food and hike lovers.