“Why should I choose Ireland over another European country?” It’s a question I receive often- and one I love to answer! In fact, I receive a lot of Ireland travel questions- and I respond to them all! In the latest Ireland FAQ chat I tackle the ‘Why Ireland?” question, as well as other general Ireland…
Planning your Ireland vacation itinerary has a few phases… First: exhilaration. You’re going to Ireland! Second: inquiry. You delve into travel guides, websites, Pinterest… you want to know everything! Third: overwhelm. How do you choose? Who knew there was so very much to do in such a small country? And that’s where I come in. I’ve…
Jody is a guest on the This Week in Travel Podcast with Gary Arndt, Jen Leo and Chris Christensen, talking about family travel to Ireland. This article is also available as a podcast. To listen please scroll to the player at the bottom of the page to listen. Exploring Ireland and Beyond: Highlights from This…
Can traveling to another airport help you save money on flights? It’s a question I ask myself every time I book airline tickets. Our home airport is small, and I’ll admit that I love it. Waits at baggage check and security are short, terminals aren’t horribly crowded, and it’s easy to arrive in and depart…
Jody is talking with Corey Taratuta from Irish Fireside. Today, they are discussing the ins and outs of airports in Ireland. Learn what to expect and tips to make your life easier as you travel to and from Ireland. CLICK THE PLAY BUTTON below to listen. Stream our podcasts on iTunes, Stitcher, Libsyn and Google…
I’m a bit embarrassed that my study of the Irish language has become stagnant in the past couple years, though I am proficient enough to read Irish signs. The language system I use is Bitesize Irish Gaelic – Irish language lessons in easy, ‘bitesize’ bits. The following article was gracious written by Eoin Ó’Conchúir. Eoin is a native Irish…
It was a funny coincidence that had me meeting Katherine Webster, Director of the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience in 2013. As the girls and I waited for our Cliffs of Moher cruise with Doolin2Aran Ferries, we happened to be standing near a woman who was very knowledgeable about the area. She was happy to…
If you’re anything like me, your smart phone is your main mode of communication, the camera you use most often, and your entertainment center. So when you travel you want to use it just like you do at home. There’s only one problem – the cost. It’s not cheap to use your smart phone in…
Best Group Itinerary in Ireland? Having been to Ireland so many times with kids, what would be your recommendation on the best itinerary for our group? I think this is the hardest for us to decide in looking at everything. They all seem great, but we realize that it is hard to do everything in…
It’s fair to say I do quite a bit of packing for travel. And, while I tend toward over-packing (especially when we are driving to destinations), I do try to keep my packing for Ireland a bit lighter. Our most recent trip, however, had a mix of activities – from outdoor pursuits which required warm gear,…
Summer in Ireland won’t offer you and your family huge commercial theme parks or even guarantee you sunshine but you can be sure that you’ll experience nature like you’ve never seen it, discover history that you never dreamed of and find yourself immersed in a culture that can only leave you wanting more. Check out…
Christmas is one of those times of year that just has something special about it. For many of us Christmas is a time of celebration as we gather with friends and family to exchange gifts, share stories and create memories. With Christmas well and truly on the way, one place to look for gifts, share…
I’m going to be very (very) honest when I say that I had thought about creating an Ireland Scavenger Hunt for my kids when they were a bit older, but had kind of written it off as too much work. And, knowing my Type-A self as I do, it likely could have been and overwhelming project….
Bringing home fragile items like bottles of mead, Bulmer’s or Irish Whiskey – not to mention a lovely Kerry Glass vase – has always been a bit nerve wracking for me. These items breaking could likely ruin a lovely gift or a souvenir for myself. Not to mention the mess. No one wants to see…