Musings, ramblings and thought provoking articles from our team of talented writers - all views expressed are their own!
Many readers are probably fans of the band the Wolfe Tones, but what do you know about the man the band is named for? Friday is the anniversary of his birth, so it’s a good time to learn the basics about a man who had a profound influence on the course of Irish history. For […]
Ever thought about organizing your own Flash Mob? It may not be as easy as you think. To pull off a mind blowing, colorful and meaningful flash mob, you had better keep three very important things in mind: the Venue, the Dancers and The timing. You may be performing in a crowded park or in […]
Many see a green shamrock in their minds when thinking of Ireland, but this blogger thinks of roses. While some readers may think the Irish American mom has her countries wrong (as the rose is a common symbol for England), she gives a list of reasons why Ireland is the rose of her heart. From […]
Triquetras go back for centuries. The history of the triquetras, or trinity knots, is quite a fascinating one as well. In it’s simplest understanding a trinity knot represents beginning and ending of things. The reason for this is because when you look upon a trinity knot you simply do not see a beginning or an […]
Celtic history has both real and imaginary aspects. One of the most famous mythological creatures on the list is the Leprechaun. Usually depicted as an old man of little height, the creature is said to collect gold and keep it in a pot at the end of a rainbow. The familiar story most know, but […]
Ireland was once called “The Land of Saints and Scholars,” referring to a time when Irish monks strove to return Christianity to Western Europe. Many of the monastic ruins in Ireland still stand in salute to that time. For a unique look into history or a place to recharge your faith, B&B Ireland has created […]
It may have been just me, but stereo-typically speaking the Brits were always cast as the country that had dibs on starting tea time. However, any walk down most supermarket isles and a library would change your mind. There is a very famous tea known as Irish Breakfast tea. Many restaurants serve it as a […]
While there is something to be said for nationalism, uprooting everyday life to another country is a true adventure. Here’s a rundown of why Irish people think YOU should move to Ireland for good. Ancient history: Forget your family from the 19th century. 10,000 year old settlements were recently found on the Emerald Isle. Time: […]
One of Limerick County’s best kept secrets is Lough Gur, described by many locals to be a “mystical lake,” with a possible magic world underneath its subtle waves. While not on the list of many tourist lists, Lough Gur has a rich collection of Irish history like Neolithic ruins, man made islands, castles and even […]
If it’s your first time in Ireland, you may be a little lost about what to see and do. Luckily, Rick Steves has all the information you need. All the hot places in Ireland, from its busy city streets to its silent country land, are briefly described on the page. Once you know where to […]
