The Remnants of the “Seven Castles” of Clonmines: Co Wexford
The amazing ruins along Bannow Bay offer fantastic views. However, history has lost which structures were among the “Seven Castles … more
The Vee in Rhododendron Season: Co. Tipperary & Waterford
A drive through The Vee (aka “The Gap”) is exceptional any time of the year, but when the rhododendrons are … more
A Most Stunning Roadside Oasis at Sheefry Pass: Co. Mayo
Every road in Ireland’s Connemara region seems to lead to a stunning site, but the side road over Sheefry Pass … more
An Incredible Walk with a Hawk, Co. Clare
Falconry has sparked the imagination for centuries, and the Burren Birds of Prey Centre delivers an informative and exciting experience … more
Avoid Crowds at the Cliffs of Moher by Taking Guerin’s Path: Co. Clare
In the summer, the visitor centre at the Cliffs of Moher can be overrun with tourists. Those in the know … more
Reading the Stories of the Durrow High Cross: Co. Offaly
You’ll drive through a tunnel of tree branches to reach the exquisite carved cross at Durrow. It’s been moved inside … more
A Folly at the Centre of Ireland: Co Westmeath
Standing in the center of a field in County Westmeath, a single pillar sits upon a hill in a field. … more
Creative, Irish, Five-Course Meal from Locally-Sourced Ingredients at The Green Sheep Café: Thurles, Co Tipperary
By day, The Green Sheep Café serves up food featuring local and seasonal ingredients. By night, the venue hosts chef-prepared, … more
Strandhill People’s Market: Strandhill, Co Sligo
This charming all-weather market is held in and around a hangar at the Sligo Airport. Every Sunday there is live … more
St Mullin’s Monastic Site – Co Carlow
St. Mullin’s Monastic Site in County Carlow was founded in the early 8th century by St. Moling (614-697 AD) with … more
The Wreck of the Steamship Plassey: Co Galway
On a recent visit to the Aran Islands I took this picture of the Motor Vessel Plassy (or Plassey).
The … more
A Journey to the Ancient Ring Forts: Cahersiveen, Co Kerry
While the Ring of Kerry has been favorite driving route for tourists, the two ancient stone forts near the village … more
Pallas Castle: Tynagh, Co Galway
Built in the mid 13th century by Richard DeBurgo Pallas Castle in Tynagh is one of the best preserved Castle … more
Croke Park — Ireland’s Largest Athletic Stadium: Dublin, Co Dublin
The Gaelic Athletic Associate is located at the Gaelic Athletic Associate Croke Park is Ireland’s largest athletic stadium. This historic … more
Explore the Intricate History of Irish Lace: Bellanaleck, County Fermanagh
A recent article in Ireland of the Welcomes magazine about Irish lace lamented that there is no “dedicated textile museum … more
Exploring Kilcrea Monastery and Ovens, County Cork
I recently explored Kiclrea Friary (also called Kilcrea Abbey) and Kilcrea Tower, which is located across the road and a … more
Fish for the big catch in Killybegs, County Donegal
There’s a sense of adventure in having the chance to hold a freshly-caught, big fish. In the Northwest, you catch … more
Have a laugh at The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival: Kilkenny, Co Kilkenny
In 1995 Irish town of Kilkenny decided to start a festival of comedy. It became a major success and still … more
Visit Wells House in Wexford for the Beautiful House, Gardens, and Family Fun: County Wexford
If your Ireland travels take you to the south east be sure to add Wells House & Gardens to your … more
Beyond Glendalough’s Monastic City: County Wexford
The monastic city of Glendalough, just south of Dublin, is popular with tourists for its wonderful restored round tower, church, … more
