Having it on our doorstep we could find it all too easy to overlook Ireland as a holiday destination, but it’s worth a closer look… From its fairytale settings to its enormous range of experiences, the country has something to offer any type of visitor. In this video one of Ireland’s most recognised and well loved daughters, Gloria Hunniford, gives her take on the magic of the Emerald Isle. Whilst you’re planning your trip to Ireland, why not check out one of the great deals and packages on offer around the country, viewable on www.discoverireland.com

Stick a pin in a map of Ireland and there’ll be a reason to go in 2009. From the iconic Giant’s Causeway in County Antrim to the unspoiled and breathtaking Burren landscape, there’s something for every visitor to Ireland and 2009 is a year of cultural celebrations, new openings and anniversaries. In this video Zoe Salmon, Ms Northern Ireland 1999, ex presenter of Blue Peter and currently skating her way to success in Dancing on Ice, reveals why Ireland will always be home.

We spent 11 days all over Ireland, absolutely amazing

While visiting Galway, Sean visits Michael Vignoles, professional Irish instrument maker. While there, Michael demonstrates a set of uileann pipes he's making and procedes to create a pen from ancient bog oak on the spot. Sean Lightholder is an amateur videographer and resident blogger at BootsnAll's www.irelandlogue.com