Ireland has won a major travel award – the ‘most desirable island destination in Europe’ – at the 24th annual Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, voted by Wanderlust readers – beating stiff competition from the nine other European island destinations shortlisted!

Here’s what George Kipouros, Wanderlust’s Editor-in-Chief, had to say: “Ireland has reclaimed the top European island title thanks to what our readers call its spirit of connection. They write about strangers turning into friends over music and stories, about wild coastlines that invite reflection and about the way every encounter feels genuine. Ireland’s natural beauty is undeniable, but it’s the human warmth that makes travellers long to return.”

Accolades like this help to shine a spotlight on Ireland for all the right reasons. Travellers nowadays have tremendous choice, which makes it more important than ever for us to ensure that Ireland stands out from other destinations.

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