Ireland is a small country with an enormous amount to offer, not least of which is a rich culture, diverse artistic talent and lively people.

The 'Celtic Tiger', which saw the economy and property market in Ireland boom from the mid-1990s to the mid-2000s, took Ireland from one of the EU’s poorer countries to one of the wealthiest. The recession that quickly followed has gripped the nation ever since and has been the focus of debate and criticism from all over the world. While this has affected jobs, the economy and the way people do business, it has not affected the personality and vitality of the country and its people. Ultimately, Ireland has faced countless struggles in its long and sometimes troubled past, and this is another one it is sure to overcome.

While there may be problems with the economy and the property market, the Irish people have much more experience with adapting to such changes. So while there may be some ghost estates and an incredibly tough job market - the people, culture and lifestyle here outweigh many of life’s difficulties.