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Dublin was recently named the fifth nicest city in the world. The accolade was decided by the readers of Conde Nest Traveler, a high end American travel magazine. To welcome the news was Tourism Ireland’s Chief Executive Niall Gibbons. He said “Again and again, our research shows us that the friendliness of our people is […]
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Waist High Snowfall in 822 Led to Irish Famine
In 822, a great winter came to Ireland- a winter so strong and cold it caused a famine according to Francis Ludlow, a Yale Historical Climatologist. Ludlow told Irish State TV RTE that the weather was a major factor in the famine which followed the intense winter. He used information from the medieval history manuscript […]
Beans On Toast – An Easy Lunchtime Staple For Irish Moms
In America, we have PB and J. In Ireland, they have Beans on toast. According to the Irish American mom, this affordable and tasty dish was a staple of her childhood. Some put cheese in between; others put a fried egg oozing over the top. Still some slide a little butter on the bottom of […]
Building Confidence #2—Positive Self-Talk
One pillar of being a successful Irish dancer is confidence and positivity. After quoting Willie Nelson in saying “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive thoughts, you’ll start having positive results,” Irish dance teacher Ariel Bennet give advice on how to build self-confidence. She says the fist step is to recognize you’re having negative thoughts […]
Exploring Fore Abbey: A Little-Known Monastic Ruin
Fore Abbey in Co. Westmeath was founded by St. Fechin around 630. Though most of the ruins visible today are those of the rebuilt Fore Abbey which was done in the 13th and 15th centuries by the Benedictines. In its original glory the grounds had the seven “Wonders of Fore,” which included a monastery in […]
Stone Kilkenny Cottage Available
If you are seeking a different lodging experience for your next trip to Kilkenny, Vibrant Ireland has posted gorgeous pictures of a stone cottage which is now available. While far enough into the country to be relaxing, it is still very close to the city of Kilkenny. The rent per night is 75 euros while […]
Join Me – and Friends – at Milwaukee Irish Fest
If the Irish ways call to you, but your wallet doesn’t feel the same pull there’s another way you can visit Ireland this summer. Instead on flying overseas, hop in your car and get out to Milwaukee’s Irish Fest this August 14-17. The world’s largest Irish festival, it will feature musical acts, cultural displays and […]
Dublin Coffee and Tea Festival Coming in September
With the number of food and drink festivals throughout Ireland, one would think the country would have an annual coffee and tea festival. Not so. But that trend is changing. The first ever coffee and tea festival will take place this September from the 12-14th in Dublin at the RDS. At the event also will […]
Memories Of Secret Coves, Hidden Steps and Pirate Queens
The Irish American Mom is always taking us to new places in Ireland. Of her most beloved are the 199 steps in Howth in Co. Dublin. As a child, she took magical trips down the steps made of sheer cliff rock with her aunt who told stories of Grace O’Malley- the famous Irish Pirate Queen. […]
A Race Against Time For An Irish Soldier’s Wife
On September 11, 1862 Mary Mooney got terrible news. The young wife received a note from a nurse telling her she had to hurry to her husband in Virginia from her home in New York. Felix, her husband, had been wounded at the Battle of Malvern Hill on July 1, 1862 and taken prisoner. By […]