Touring County Clare with Ollie Gleeson
Best tours in County Clare, Ireland? Ollie’s Tours can take you through the Burren, along the Cliffs of Moher, or to the Aran Islands.
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Best tours in County Clare, Ireland? Ollie’s Tours can take you through the Burren, along the Cliffs of Moher, or to the Aran Islands.
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One of Ireland’s most popular luxury escapes, Ashford Castle in Mayo, has added new experiences that take you off the estate and introduce you to the taste, history, and culture of Connemara. Hoping to add a stay at Ashford (or any other castle) to your Ireland itinerary? It’s possible – with a little planning! The…
Ireland may not be a ‘budget’ destination but with a little bit of planning you can save money on your Ireland vacation. One of the most powerful tools you can have to save money in Ireland is a plan! The new ‘My Ireland Vacation Planner & Journal‘ follows the exact steps I use to plan…
Brohagh O’Rourke and her husband Cathal, a fifth-generation farmer, are your hosts at the Burren Farm Experience in County Clare where you can take a guided walk, try AgriCamping, or taste farm-fresh produce.
Don’t miss Bronagh’s tips on what you should be sure to do when visiting the Burren!
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Searching for a family tour of Ireland that won’t break the bank but will provide amazing experiences? Discover the Sunny Southeast! Hear the tour highlights then click through to the show notes for inspiring photos as well as the full tour itinerary!
Whether you consider the village of Kinsale, County Cork to be the beginning or the end of the Wild Atlantic Way, it is definitely a spot to consider adding to your Ireland itinerary! Clodagh FitzGerald, a Failte Ireland certified guide, shares the highlights of her home in this podcast. This article is based on a…
What is it like to inherit a Georgian country house? Get the inside scoop from Helen Brennan, caretaker of Clonacody House in Tipperary. (Podcast)
The first message I usually receive when people find Ireland Family Vacations is “How much does a trip to Ireland cost?” And I feel badly when I tell them, “It depends.”
Do you ‘knead’ a taste of Ireland right now? Today’s guest has an Irish bread making experience you can try in your own home – or in her thatch cottage in the North of Ireland. Irish mythology and modern tragedy… The warmth of whiskey and the cool spray of the North Atlantic… And the opportunity…
Discussing Ireland travel predictions for the rest of 2020 and into 2021 with 3 of my favorite Ireland tourism experts: Tina O’Dwyer, Pól Ó Conghaile, and Stephanie Chastain. Ireland Travel Predictions My 3 Special Guests Tina O’Dwyer from County Clare. Owner of The Tourism Space, which offers training and professional development for Irish tourism businesses. Pol O’Conghaile,…
Archaeologist Neil Jackman joins Jody to talk about some of the 5,000 years of Irish history in Ireland’s Ancient East and shares stories about his excavations which separate fact from fiction. This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Neil Jackman, the director of Abarta Heritage. If you prefer to listen to the podcast,…
Calling all budding archaeologists- this is your chance to dig in the Irish dirt and earn college credits! Today I’m talking with Eileen Murphy, Professor of Archaeology at Queens University Belfast, about Ireland’s archaeological history and QUB Archaeological Field School. This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Eileen Murphy, Professor of Archaeology at…
While Coronavirus is dominating the news cycle right now there are dozens of reasons why your vacation may have to be cancelled. Here’s how to keep from losing your money along with your vacation This article is also available as a podcast. To listen please scroll to the player at the bottom of the page…
Are you beginning to trace your Irish ancestry but are overwhelmed or don’t know where to start? My guest, genealogist and historian Declan Brady from the Irish Family History Centre in Dublin has tips to help you! This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Declan Brady, from the Irish Family History Centre. If…
Take a journey off of the Wild Atlantic Way and into the Atlantic Ocean! Step aboard the Scattery Island ferry for an island tour that takes you back in time! This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Irene Hamilton, the owner of Scattery Island Tours. If you prefer to listen to the podcast,…
Join Jody as she talks with Tony Kirby, author and Burren guide, about what makes the Burren in County Clare such a fascinating and unique destination in Ireland. This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Tony Kirby, the founder of the Heart of Burren Walks. If you prefer to listen to the podcast,…
Today begins my first guided tour of Ireland! It’s exciting- and a bit terrifying! By the time this podcast loads into your favorite app my group will be wandering through Kilkenny city. And for the next week they will discover ancient places, explore castles, stand upon two sets of cliffs, enjoy an intimate Irish session,…
I am thrilled to welcome author Felicity Hayes-McCoy back to the podcast. It wasn’t that long ago when Felicity first joined me on the podcast to talk about her book The Library at the Edge of the World, her first book to publish in the US. A while back I received a question from a…