Ireland is washed by the Atlantic Ocean on the north, west and south sides. The eastern shores of Ireland meet the Irish Sea. It would seem, what kind of vacation on the beaches in Ireland can we talk about, if the air temperature in summer here barely rises to +20°C? But the Gulf Stream, which circles Ireland, warms up the water and ensures an excellent bathing season in summer.
The best seaside vacations in Ireland for families with children can be found on the west and south coasts of the island. The resorts of the counties of Donogol, Meio (Tramore, Waterfjord), Wexford (Wexford), Wicklow (Bray). There are extensive long sandy beaches with calm seas and a gentle descent into the water.
There are many beaches around Dublin, but the sea vacation in Ireland is not suitable for children - due to the rugged rocky shores, the descent into the water in some places is difficult.
Surfing enthusiasts are best off on a surfing tour in Ireland with a seaside vacation to the coast of County Sligo. Here is a real Irish paradise for surfers. Yes, and in County Donogol surfing is quite good, there are even schools that teach riding on a board. Diving is also very popular off the coast of Ireland.
You can learn more about the seaside resorts of Ireland on the pages of our resource dedicated to them.