Boreen is a word used frequently in rural Ireland. It’s a beloved term, conjuring homesickness and nostalgia for many. But have YOU ever wondered what this frequently used little word means? And so, today I thought we might explore, WHAT is a boreen? Origins Of The Word Boreen: The word ‘boreen’ literally means “little […]
7 Avoidable Mistakes When Planning A Trip To Ireland
Planning a vacation to Ireland comes with many challenges and indecisions that tend to overwhelm people. There’s so much to see and do in Ireland despite it being such a small country. Am I doing too little? Is my plan too much? Will I miss the important parts? Today I’m delighted to share some great […]
Turas Éireann – An Irish Tour Company That Goes The Extra Mile
Turas Éireann, a new Irish tour operator, is offering experienced, driver-guided, luxury tours of Ireland for groups of up to ten people. The good folks at Turas Éireann bring you Ireland at your leisure. The name is pronounced thur-iss eh-ron, and means Irish tours or travels. Dermot, the Irishman behind the company, contacted me to […]
County Longford – The Heart of Ireland
County Longford lies at the heart of Ireland and is steeped in ancient Irish mythology and lore. From the reedy shores of Lough Gowna to the banks of the River Shannon, the quiet countryside of County Longford overflows with rural charm. A low-lying, inland county, it’s an outdoor enthusiast’s dreamland. Image Credit Come join me […]
County Limerick – The Treaty County
Located in the south west of Ireland, County Limerick is in a central location, close to Shannon Airport, and a perfect tourist base. Image Credit County Limerick lies at the heart of the Shannon region in Ireland with the City of Limerick built right on the banks of Ireland’s longest river. Limerick is a tourist’s […]
Monthly Update From Anne Driscoll
It’s time for our monthly update from Anne Driscoll, an American living in Ireland, who shares her Irish adventures and insights into what it means to be Irish, and to become Irish. And so, without further ado, let me hand you over to Anne….. Introducing Ireland To Friends: It’s exactly three years and eight months […]
How to Tour Ireland Your Own Way
One of the reasons why travelers dislike travel packages is they find them restrictive and inflexible. Packaged trips don’t really give you a say on the itineraries, accommodation, restaurants, or stops along the way. The only real advantage of these packages is they take you from point A to point B, without you having to […]
Introducing Savor Ireland Tours
Ireland’s culinary culture is experiencing a popularity surge. I’ve long loved Irish foods – as you know from reading this blog. But I’m delighted that the rest of world is now recognizing Ireland for its contributions to the gastronomic world. This trend is no more evident than in the newest offering from CIE Tours – […]
Cycling In Ireland
Ireland’s highways and byways are perfect for those who love to discover the world by pedal power. Today’s guest post is from cycling expert Mike McLeish who’s going to take us on a bike trip around Ireland’s best touring trails. And, so let me hand you over to Mike….. Image Credit Author’s Bio: Mike […]
A Guided Tour Of Derry With An American Twist
Derry is a bustling city in Ireland’s northwest, the only completely walled city in all of Ireland. Steeped in history, this vibrant city is an amazing destination for anyone planning a trip to Ireland and Northern Ireland. Founded nearly 1500 years ago, you can be sure there are plenty of stories to be told of […]
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