If you want a second opinion on where to vacation in Ireland, just ask the Irish! A recent, domestic poll asked participants to rate their favorite counties to visit on holiday in Ireland. The questionnaire came just after the recovery from the recession, as the country is hoping to attract more foreign visitors. Kerry came […]
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Best Boutique Hostels Along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way
The word “hostel” comes with some fears, worries and perhaps some funny stories from your 20-something years. A traveler with Irish Fireside tells her tale of finding a hostel along the Wild Atlantic way with two skeptic travel partners, though she assured them she had studied up on her potential place. The destination turned out […]
The Perfect West Cork Day Out for Kids
One of West Cork’s most highly reviewed attractions for kids is the Clonakilty Model Railway Village. The miniature town known as “Clon” locally has models of nearby towns like Kinsale, Dunmanway, Bandon and Clonakilty itself. It also features the “choo choo” tour which takes you throughout the town while giving you a history lesson on […]
August 2014: Events and Festivals
If you are planning a trip to Ireland in August, you have chosen the right month! Full of fun activities for kids to adults, this summer on the Emerald Isle is sure to impress. Head to Dublin to see its annual horse show- one of the city’s biggest events. Or if you are more into […]
The Irish – A Superstitious Race | Irish American Mom
If you’re Irish, you may have had to leave the same door you entered when you visit a house for the first time. Or perhaps you witnessed the terror on your parents’ faces when a robin flew on the window perch and came inside. Irish American Mom explains her experiences with superstition and why she […]
Ten Fascinating Facts About the Irish in US
A census of the Irish living in America has produced ten interesting facts. Did you know that over half a million Irish American women gave birth to a new generation in the last year? You may also not have known that 10.7% of Irish Americans over 18 are military veterans. It seems for Irish are not […]
Don’t Pay! Free access to Irish Heritage Sites Available
Of the many reasons people choose to visit Ireland, its historical sites are some of the most compelling. Irish Heritage Sites provide a glimpse into the past. Unfortunately, they almost always glimpse into your wallet as well. Luckily Got Ireland has pointed out a number of these sites that are completely free! Places like Kilmainham […]
Experts Concerned Over “Star Wars” Filming on Kerry island
Kerry Island: protected, heritage status land granted by UNESCO. Kerry Island: set for the filming of “Star Wars.” These two things may not seem to go together. Archaeologists agree. Early in this week, there was a two mile exclusion zone put up around the island for the cast and crew of the upcoming episode. The […]
Viking Treasures Buried Beneath Dublin
The Vikings were first noticed off the shore of Ireland in AD 792. Archaeologists say they heard of this land full of gold and goods and stormed it. The records they had on hand described very large numbers of Vikings invading Ireland. Before the most recent dig, many academics thought they were prone to exaggeration. […]
The Unexpected Value and Comfort in Ireland’s Hostels
One of the major budget killers on a vacation is lodging. Hostels are a cheap way to get around that hurdle, but many have reservations about their quality. At Irish Fireside, they have reviewed some up and coming hostels in the Emerald Isle that could ease the tension of your wallet and mind during your […]