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
Walk Through History at Enniskillen Castle: Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh
One of the six counties of Northern Ireland, Fermanagh is often referred to as ‘The Lakelands’ as nearly 1/3 of … more
1000+ Years of Waterford History: Waterford, Co Waterford
When we visited Waterford recently we met many tourists who had plans to view the city’s famous crystal (which is … more
Discovering a Local Legend of St Nicholas at Jerpoint Park: Jerpoint, Co Kilkenny
I remember hearing the local legend of St. Nicholas being buried near Jerpoint Abbey when I visited in 2008. We … more
Three Reasons to Visit the Irish National Stud: Kildare, Co Kildare
Just 30 miles from Dublin, the Irish National Stud is a perfect place to explore just after arriving in Ireland … more
Story Telling, Turf Cutting and Ireland History: Lettershea, Co Galway
In a celebration of the “old ways,” Dan O’Hara’s cottage outside of Clifden provides a unique look at life in … more
VIP Whiskey Tour at Kilbeggan Distillery: Kilbeggan, Co Westmeath
The regular adult admission at the Kilbeggan Distillery Experience gets you a fantastic self-guided pass to the facility and a … more
Celtic and Prehistoric Museum: Ventry, Co Kerry
Harris Moore, an American ex-pat, started this private museum about 10 years ago, and has a wonderful collection of items, … more
Mummies in the Crypt at St. Michan’s Church: Smithfield, Co Dublin
Above ground, the church houses an organ Handel supposedly favored and rehearsed his Messiah. Underground, the church’s crypts are an … more
The Royal Celtic Capital of Connacht: Tulsk, Co Roscommon
Covering over four square miles, at least 200 sites and monuments, and tracing through history from the earliest settlement (8,000 … more
Visit Some of Ireland’s Oldest Monuments and Tombs at Lough Gur: Bruff, Co Limerick
Long before Ireland became the ‘Land of Saints and Scholars’, it was the land of Druids and Celts. Stone age, … more
Portumna Castle and Kitchen Garden: Portumna, County Galway
The Castle which was destroyed by an accidental fire in 1826 is currently undergoing extensive internal restoration. This semi fortified … more
The Jealous Wall… Ireland’s Largest Folly: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Built on the grounds of Belvedere House, The Jealous Wall was intentionally built to look like a ruin. This type … more
The “Lucky” Headless Child of Prague and the Secrets of Bunratty: Co Clare
Although a stop at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park won’t put you off-the-beaten-path, a few things in the park are … more
President Grant Ancestral Home: Dungannon, Co Tyrone
The United States Civil War hero and 18th President of the US, Ulysses S. Grant’s has maternal roots that go … more
The Mummified Cat and Rat of Christ Church Cathedral: Dublin, Co Dublin
Most people visit Christ Church Cathedral for its lofty interior, stained glass windows, colorful tile floor, the tomb of Strongbow,… more
Touring Loophead Light House: Loop Head, Co Clare
I had forgotten just how far away this is from our home, an hour down to Ennis and another hour … more
The World’s Oldest Operating Lighthouse: Hook Head, Co. Wexford
The lighthouse at Hook Head sits at the tip of a long low-lying peninsula guarding the entrance to Waterford Harbor. … more
Castle Ward, Classical Gothic Fantasy: Strangford, Co. Down
Castle Ward is an eccentric, historic 18th Century mansion overlooking Strangford Lough. Built by Bernard Ward 1st Viscount Bangor and … more
