Ballywalter Beach In Down: Swimming, Pirates + Coffee
Ballywalter Beach is a gorgeous spot for a ramble. Situated on the east coast of County Down’s Ards Peninsula, it’s one of many attractions in the area …
James March
About
After spending years in soul-sapping office jobs, James finally took the plunge into full-time travel writing in 2020 and hasn’t looked back since.
Since then he’s covered destinations such as France, Spain, Tunisia, Slovenia, Colorado, Barbados and, of course, Ireland for publications across four different continents around the world.
Experience
James has been writing for over four years and in 2022 was nominated for the TravMedia Awards’ ‘Rising Star of the Year’ award (which he didn’t win, in an outrageous miscarriage of justice).
James has written for publications including Nat Geo Traveller, Condé Nast Traveller, The Telegraph, The Guardian, The Times and BBC Travel, as well as contributing chapters for three Lonely Planet guidebooks.
He’s been to Ireland many times over the last ten years, most recently in the summer of 2022 on a jaunt to tackle some of the best walks in Glendalough!
Favourite places in Ireland
Taking in the coastal views from the charming village of Ballycotton in Cork is one of James’s favourite Ireland memories.
However, he’s just as happy sat in Dublin’s Long Hall with a pint of Guinness and a dram of Redbreast 12.
His most popular guides
James has penned some of the most popular guides on The Irish Road Trip. Here are some of his most read articles:
- 17 of the finest whiskey distilleries in Ireland
- 6 Best Dublin Mountains Walks To Tackle This Weekend
- 95 of the best festivals in Ireland in 2023
- The Definitive Guide To Irish Whiskey
- 7 Of The Oldest Pubs In Dublin That Boast History, Charm + Character
- The Key Differences Between Northern Ireland VS Ireland In 2023
- The 1916 Easter Rising: A 5 Minute Overview
- 15 Of The Best Irish Whiskey Brands Worth A Sip
- Everything You Need To Know About The Mourne Mountains
- 13 Pubs In Temple Bar Worth A Visit
Millisle Beach Park In Down: Coffee, Swim + Walk Info
Is it a beach? Is it a lagoon? Is it a park? Well, there’s only one way to find out when you visit Millisle Beach …
Tyrella Beach In Down: Parking, Swim + Handy Info
Long, wide and boasting some truly fabulous views, Tyrella Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Down. At the heart of Dundrum Bay, …
Oulart Hill: A Fine Ramble Up To See The Tulach a’ tSolais Monument
Of all the monuments and statues dedicated to the 1798 Irish Rebellion, the Tulach a’ tSolais Monument in County Wexford is perhaps the most unique. …
The Cahore Cliff Walk In Wexford: Parking, Map + The Trail
The Cahore Cliff Walk is one of our favourite walks in Wexford. Though there are loads of wind-whipped shores and soaring mountains for the more …
11 Of The Best Pubs In Limerick
There’s some glorious pubs in Limerick City and beyond. From cosy fireside favourites to vibrant modern gastropubs, there’s a pub setting to tickle most fancies. …
Murlough Beach And Nature Reserve: Parking, Trails + History
Murlough Beach is arguably one of the best beaches in Down. Watched over by the Mourne Mountains, this five-mile stretch of stunning coastline on Dundrum …
Newcastle Beach In County Down: Parking, Swimming + Trails
Newcastle Beach is one of our favourites in Northern Ireland. With the mighty Mourne Mountains looming to the south, you’ll be treated to some amazing …
Glenstal Woods Walk: Map, The Trail + Parking
The Glenstal Woods is one of the less-trodden walks in Limerick. You’ll find it finely situated at the end of the Slieve Felim Mountains where …
Exploring The Hill of the Fairies: A Guide To The Knockfierna Walk
There’s some mighty walks in Limerick and Knockfierna is up there with the best of them. Known as or the ‘Hill of the Fairies’ or …