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At first glance, there is not much mystery about who the Vikings who invaded Ireland were. They settled here, intermarried with the locals, had a profound influence on Irish life and left hoards of artifacts including weapons, tools and jewelry. The National Museum of Ireland has one of the best collections of Viking artifacts from […]
Traveling to Ireland is a fantasy for many and the reasons why can seem pretty evident. For history buffs, Ireland is coated in historic relics from shore to shore. It almost serves an absolute certainty that wherever you stay, the lodging will most likely be one that has been there for many years before your […]
You can’t go too far in Ireland without discovering some amazing bit of history or stunning scenic wonder, but there are a few spots that rank as must-see destinations for visitors. While the entire Atlantic coastline is beautiful, the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare are exceptionally awe inspiring. Their profile is as famous as […]
Last week we discussed a very historic home to visit in Ireland and how it went from ill-repair to thriving. There are many historical landmarks and homes in Ireland to chose from that it is very difficult to pick the right ones when your time is limited. For this location, if you enjoy mystery, a […]
It’s that time of year when on both sides of the pond, parents have a little more pep in their step as they try to be discreet about knowing the exact number of hours until school starts and children bounce between excitement at their new school gear and seeing new friends and anxiety and dread […]
Ah Ireland. It is beautiful and tranquil. It is filled with so much history that is almost hard not to absorb it all. For those who reside in the Republic, they may be used to their surroundings much like I was accustomed to the French and Spanish architecture of New Orleans from the 1700 and […]
With the World Cup now officially over this year and the winner declared we can look back and appreciate such a spectacular sport and it’s presence and ability to draw competitors from all across the globe. No other venue has quite as much success as much as maybe the Olympics as the World Cup does […]
The Burren in County Clare is famous for its surreal rock landscape and ancient dolmen structures, but as compelling as those features are, there is another reason to love the Burren in the spring and summer. As unlikely as it seems, that rock landscape that is often compared to the surface of the moon is […]
We don’t have any emerald mines, so how did Ireland get the nickname the Emerald Isle? If you’ve ever seen a photo of Ireland, especially an aerial view, the answer seems pretty obvious. Ireland is famous for rolling green hills, after all, and is said to offer 40 shades of green, which seems like an […]
Ireland does have a unique contribution to food. Unlike other countries, most people do not travel to the Republic just for the sake of trying the cuisine. This is especially true in today’s time where so many modern staples have become commonplace in Ireland. If you want a slice of pizza or other routine meals […]
