Brendan Vacations
One Hundred Thousand Welcomes
In our Celtic world when we say Céad Míle Fáilte, every one of those hundred thousand welcomes means something. To me, they mean you have come home, both spiritually and physically to this special place to feel that intense sense of belonging in the warmth of our people.
Our storytellers are here ready to ensure your experiences are constantly enriched by the connections to this place. With more than 55 years of experience, it’s a promise to take you personally, putting your sense of wonder and well-being at the heart of everything that my gifted team and I do.
There is something mystical at play here, it stirs deep within your soul and calls visitors to our shores. A chance to enjoy these ancient isles, discover new places or reacquaint yourself with familiar scenes, a beauty that is as raw as it is old.
Bi Curamách,
Catherine Reilly
Managing Director, Brendan Vacations
THE CELTIC EXPERTS
We only do Ireland and Scotland. Our dedicated team of Celtic destination experts have over 55 years of experience in providing handcrafted, immersive vacations that combine people, places and culture, each planned, managed and personally delivered by passionate, fun-loving locals. As we like to say, we are ‘anything in a kilt’ – your personal connection to our Celtic homelands.
TRAVEL ANY WAY, ANY TIME
We celebrate all types of travelers, from couples looking to honor an anniversary, a family looking to broaden their horizons and make new memories or a solo adventurer wanting to veer off the beaten path. We can accommodate these and everyone in between, at any time of the year.
From fully guided vacations to customizable private chauffeur-driven, self-drive or rail trips, our range of travel styles means it’s easy to find what works best for you
TAKING YOU PERSONALLY
Every traveler is different. Our expertise allows us to deliver rich experiences in every region you visit. You are greeted with the warmest of welcomes and cared for with a generosity of spirit that reflects the great tradition of the Celtic people.
Our team of Local Hosts and Specialists, Travel Directors, Private Chauffeurs and Experts behind the scenes all share a deep love for storytelling and passion for ensuring your vacation is unforgettable.
This is us, Taking You Personally.
LEGENDARY CASTLE STAYS
This is how you truly experience the royal treatment. Few things compare to a luxury vacation stay in one of these castles.
OVER A DECADE OF POSITIVE IMPACT
We recognize our responsibility to ensure our impact is a positive one, and we address it in two ways; through our sustainability strategy and TreadRight Foundation.
OVER A DECADE OF POSITIVE IMPACT
We recognize our responsibility to ensure our impact is a positive one, and we address it in two ways; through our sustainability strategy and TreadRight Foundation.