Kerry is a unique blend of history and innovation, where tradition meets new ideas and diverse communities come together. This blog is a space to explore local stories, gain fresh insights, and share experiences. Check back often for the latest updates and recent success stories in Kerry!
Kerry continues to establish itself as a must-visit destination for food lovers in Ireland, with three of its hospitality venues earning top awards at the Good Food Ireland® Awards 2025, held at The K Club, Co. Kildare — a prestigious event celebrating excellence in Irish food and hospitality. Pub…
Across the county, the vast majority of tourism and hospitality businesses are built on family values, passed from one generation to the next. This generational mindset shapes not only how they grow and adapt, but also how they welcome visitors with warmth, integrity, and a deep love for Kerry…
Kerry towns and villages once again excelled at this year’s SuperValu Tidy Towns Awards, with communities from across the county recognised for their dedication, creativity, and unflagging community spirit. Their work throughout 2025 – so often carried out quietly and without fanfare – has once…
Those who know Kerry best love to share their secrets — the trails, beaches, cafés, and hidden gems that make the Kerry truly unforgettable. Our locals are warm, welcoming, and always happy to point you toward the experiences that make a day in Kerry special. From the tranquil shores of the Skellig…
Ross Castle Boat Tours is a family-run business offering traditional boat tours on the stunning Lakes of Killarney. Established in 1896, the Fleming family has welcomed generations of visitors to experience the natural beauty of Killarney National Park. Today, the tours are designed to be accessible…
Kerry Leads the Way in Sustainability this SDG Week Every September, SDG Week shines a spotlight on the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — a global framework to tackle the world’s biggest challenges, from climate change and biodiversity loss to health, equality, and cultural…
Heritage Week 2025, taking place from August 16th to 24th, invites us to take a closer look at the very things that shape our shared identity – not only the buildings and artefacts of the past, but the natural landscapes, biodiversity, and cultural practices that serve as the living foundations of…
The Meadowlands Hotel in Tralee is the first B Corp Certified hotel in Kerry, and the second to achieve certification in Ireland. This prestigious certification places the hotel in a global community of businesses committed to high standards of verified social and environmental performance…
The Dingle Food Festival is leading out on sustainable approaches to festivals and events in Kerry, showcasing that simple choices can reduce waste to almost nothing. With great progress made through its elimination of single use tableware at the 2023 festival, organisers are moving closer in their…
Coffee shops and hotels of Killarney have joined forces to try and eradicate single use coffee cups. Since taking this step towards becoming Ireland’s first town to become single use coffee cup free, the local businesses have seen a very positive reaction from both locals as well as domestic and…