8 Of The Best Restaurants In Enniscorthy
In search of the best restaurants in Enniscorthy Town? Our Enniscorthy restaurants guide will make your belly happy! You may not have pegged Enniscorthy as …
Gillian Birch
About
Gillian Birch is a freelance travel writer and published author. She has travelled the world with her husband, a Master Mariner, and uses her personal journals and memories to write in detail about her many experiences.
With family ties to Northern Ireland, she loves to escape to the beautiful “Emerald Isle” and is a regular visitor to its windswept beaches and colourful towns.
Experience
Gillian has been doing “the best job in the world” for over 16 years. She has a diploma in journalism and is proud to be a member of the International Travel Writers’ Alliance and the Florida Writers’ Association.
As an author, she has 13 published travel books, including one that was a finalist for the Royal Palm Literary Award.
Gillian has been published in many international publications including the South China Morning Post, The Luxury Report and Geneva Times.
She is one of the longest serving writers at The Irish Road Trip and has researched and written hundreds of guides to Ireland.
Favourite places in Ireland
- Favourite hike with boots on: Glenariff Forest Waterfall Walk (it’s tough, but worth it!)
- Favourite unique attraction: The Gobbins Cliff Walk
- Favourite city: Waterford
- Favourite beaches: The ones along the Causeway Coastal Route
- Favourite drive: The Ring of Kerry
Gillian's most popular guides
- Our Guide To Achill Island
- 21 Of The Most Romantic Getaways In Ireland
- 12 Best Things To Do In Donegal Town
- Beara Peninsula: The Wild Atlantic Way’s Best Kept Secret
- 23 Of The Best Spa Hotels In Ireland
- 11 Best Things To Do in Connemara
Carne Beach Wexford: Swimming + Things To Do
Carne Beach is one of several beaches in Wexford that comes alive during the summer months. This is a fantastic sandy beach that’s easy to …
The Mysterious Wicklow Gaol: History + The Paranormal Tour
A morning spend at Wicklow Gaol is arguably one of the more unique things to do in Wicklow. And it’s a handy rainy day activity …
A Guide To The Town Of Clonakilty In Cork: Things To Do, Accommodation, Food + More
If you’re debating staying in Clonakilty In Cork, you’ve landed in the right place. Clonakilty (known as “Clon” to its friends) is a one of …
8 Of The Best Restaurants In Dungarvan
In search of the best restaurants in Dungarvan? Our Dungarvan restaurants guide will make your belly happy! While Dungarvan is a popular seaside getaway to …
10 Of The Best Art Galleries In Belfast To Wander Around This Weekend
There are some excellent art galleries in Belfast for those of you looking to soak up a bit of culture during your visit Northern Ireland’s …
13 Of The Best Beaches Near Belfast (3 Are Under 30 Minutes Away)
There are plenty of beaches near Belfast City for those of you looking to escape the hustle and bustle for a bit. Belfast is a …
13 Outstanding Beaches in Kerry for 2025
If you’re in search of beaches in Kerry, you’ve landed in the right place. If you’ve read our guide to the best things to do …
A Guide To Getting The Valentia Island Ferry
Remote Valentia Island lies just off the Iveragh Peninsula in southwest County Kerry. The island is accessible by a road bridge from Portmagee or by …
A Guide to the Carlingford Castle (King John’s): Tours, History + Things To Look Out For
There are few castles in Ireland that offer a view as fine as Carlingford Castle. Built in 1190, Carlingford Castle is a well-maintained ruin and …