Hello from Dublin! We arrived just before 5:30 this morning (after a 5:30 am wakeup in the Midwestern US yesterday) and hit the ground running. After picking up our car at the airport we drove directly to the Grand Hotel in Malahide. And, while we couldn’t check in, they were gracious and let us use…
Wondering about the best places to visit in Ireland in 2024? And, if you are planning on visiting one of these tops spots, you’ve probably wondered if there are any secrets to having an amazing visit – and maybe avoiding the crowds (as much as possible). The answers to your questions are below – based…
If you are renting a car at Dublin Airport these tips will help the car rental process go smoothly and get you on the road faster.
Should you visit Dublin in January? Yes! Dublin is a terrific city to visit any time of the year and January is one of my favorite months to explore the ‘Fair City’ as prices are lower, crowds are fewer, and, if you time your trip right, you can enjoy one of the largest traditional Irish…
Tips for using public transportation when arriving in Dublin on the train. How to use taxi, light rail and bus.
The Gallery may be the smallest hotel room in Dublin. At Kilronan House, a guesthouse built in the 1850’s.
Temple Bar TradFest in Dublin is Ireland’s largest festival of traditional music. TradFest features musical artists who keep traditional Irish and Celtic music alive, while also welcoming international musicians from the folk, nu-folk, country, and rock & roll genres. I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to experience Temple Bar TradFest a few times. Here is what…
Best Ireland podcast episodes from the archives. Traveling in Ireland podcast – Ireland travel tips from the people who know the country best
Planning to visit Dublin, Ireland? These are my favorite- and best- tours of Dublin. Details of these Dublin tours + how to book.
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…
We utilize the Dublin Pass so often that it has become one of my top Dublin travel tips. Nearly every visit we have made to Dublin, way back to our first family trip in 2005 to our most recent couples getaway in 2019, we have purchased a Dublin Pass. Flashing this little green card has…
Join Jody as she reminisces about Temple Bar TradFest with Francesca Mazurkiewicz of Roots Music Rambler. Hear about stand-out TradFest performers, tips to keep in mind as you plan your trip, and a few places in Dublin you shouldn’t miss when you visit. If you prefer to listen to the podcast, you can find the…
Join Jody as she chats with Karen Nixon, owner of Vintage Tea Trips, a Dublin afternoon tea… with a difference! This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Karen Nixon, owner of Vintage Tea Trips. If you prefer to listen to the podcast, you can find the player at the bottom of the page….
Stepping (virtually) into four historic buildings that will transform into TradFest venues in Dublin- but you can also visit on your own! Jody will also share a few handy Dublin travel tips! This article is based on a podcast episode. If you prefer to listen to the podcast, you can find the player at the…
When planning a trip to Ireland Temple Bar in Dublin is usually near the top of the list of places to visit in the capital city. But do you know where to find Temple Bar? Or how the area was named? Martin Harte, CEO of the Temple Bar Company joins me on the Traveling in…
A Dublin Pass can be an incredible deal- if you plan to spend a few days in Dublin. But it could be a waste of money for some families. Is it the best deal for your family vacation in Ireland? Should You buy a Dublin Pass? Dublin Pass offers free admission into more than 30 of…
The majority of visitors to Ireland pass through Dublin airport. And even if you don’t spend your entire vacation in the city Dublin is well worth a couple days. But Dublin can be an expensive city- how can you save money in Dublin but still experience all the fabulous sites the city has to offer?…
This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Dervla O’Neal, Head of Sales at EPIC, the Irish Emigration Museum. If you prefer to listen to the podcast, you can find the player at the bottom of the page. The Irish Emigration Museum Located in Dublin, EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum tells the story…
Yes! Family travel in Ireland is possible! No land is more filled with magic than Ireland. Even if you’re past the age of believing in fairies (though I don’t think you should ever stop believing in fairies) the moment your flight touches down on Irish soil a feeling of possibility washes over you. You just don’t…
There are some places you just return to again and again. For my family, one of those places is Woodview Farmhouse. It certainly helps that this B&B is only 15 minutes from Dublin Airport, but there are quite a few B&Bs which are just as close. So what brings us back to Woodview Farmhouse again…