Any tourists planning a trip to the emerald isle should plan their trip to coincide with one of the largest festivals in the country, the St Patrick’s Festival, which is held in the Republic’s capital Dublin.

The festival includes night spectacles, parades and street entertainers, all designed to produce the greatest party of the year, there will be something for everyone, young to old, locals and tourists.

People abound during this spring festival, make sure that you book all your holiday needs before you go, including hotel accommodation and Irish car rental - you’ll need this if you plan to take advantage of the full spectre of the St Patrick’s Day celebrations which are held throughout the country.