9 Tips for a Smooth Car Rental Experience at Dublin Airport
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.
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Barnahown B&B and Adventures in the Galtee Mountains
Enjoy a local Irish experience at Barnahown in Mitchelstown, County Cork. Restored Georgian farmhouse B&B near the Galtee Mountains.
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Why You Should Visit Dublin in January
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…
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How Many Reasons Do You Need to Spend a Few Days in The Burren in County Clare?
It’s easy to spend 2-3 days exploring everything the Burren in County Clare has to offer! Create your itinerary with these highlights!
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Luxury in Mayo – Stay on the Ashford Castle Estate
The only guide you need for staying on the Ashford Castle Estate. Choose Ashford Castle or The Lodge at Ashford Castle.
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Things to do in Kinsale, Ireland
I received a terrific question from Jami Casey. This is actually similar to questions I receive often about how to split a group. So I will answer Jami’s specific question, then offer a few general tips. My family of 4 is traveling to Ireland in May of 2024, and I am wondering what you might…
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Travel Tip: Don’t Forget You’re on Vacation + Killashee House Hotel
My mom and daughter left this morning and our final day was spent ‘vacationing’. Now, that probably sounds like a ‘duh’ statement, because they were in Ireland for a vacation. But, sometimes it is so easy to go-go-go, see and do everything, and forget that you should also take the time to relax a bit….
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Hawkeye School of Falconry and Lyrath Estate
We’ve spent two days at Lyrath Estate in County Kilkenny. I’ll be sharing more about our experience, but first, a wee chat with John Dugan, owner of Hawkeye School of Falconry, which you will find at Lyrath. This article is also available as a podcast. To listen please scroll to the player at the bottom…
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Waterford Art Glass
I had the opportunity to speak with Sean Egan, a master engraver with over 35 years of experience. A trained artist at the former Waterford Crystal, Sean now runs Sean Egan Art Glass in the Bishop’s Palace Museum, located in the heart of Waterford’s Viking Triangle. See also: Waterford Travel Tips with Clodagh Fitzgerald This…
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Guinness is from Cashel
Hear the story of how Guinness was accidentally created in Cashel, County Tipperary. Plus the next ‘new’ Ireland tourism destination.
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Hurling in Kilkenny
Hello again from Ireland! I missed podcasting the past couple of days. On Thursday I had absolutely no connectivity and Friday night half of my hotel room had no electricity – so I was in the dark. The very sweet maintenance man came from home to try to fix it, but left his industrial flashlight…
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Hosted by Ollie Gleeson of Ollie’s Tours
In which the podcast is taken over by Ollie Gleeson of Ollies Tours after completing the Cliffs of Moher walk from the cliffs to Doolin.
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Kilkenny Saturday Market
While visiting the Kilkenny Saturday Market on The Parade outside Kilkenny Castle I met a charming artist and sat down to have a wee chat. Deirdre McCarthy is inspired by the coutryside that surrounds her house on the hill in Inistioge, just south of Kilkenny City. I love the whimiscal feel of her paintings and…
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Is it Easy to Use Public Transportation in Dublin?
Tips for using public transportation when arriving in Dublin on the train. How to use taxi, light rail and bus.
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Is This the Smallest Hotel Room in Dublin?
The Gallery may be the smallest hotel room in Dublin. At Kilronan House, a guesthouse built in the 1850’s.
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Southeast Ireland’s Celtic Coast
Ireland’s Celtic Coast stretches along the southeastern part of the country. Coastal views, vibrant villages, amazing attractions & fewer tourists.
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What Most Tourist Guides Don’t Tell You About Visiting Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
If you’re planning to explore the Causeway Coastal Route your itinerary probably includes a stop at Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Crossing Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge may not be for the faint of heart- but it offers an experience you won’t forget! Constructed of planks and wires suspended 100 feet in the air, the ‘rope bridge’ crosses the…
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Weddings & Vow Renewals in Ireland with Coastal Ceremonies
From engagements atop windswept cliffs to weddings in luxurious castles, Ireland is a perfect spot for romance.
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Plan Your Trip to Temple Bar TradFest in Dublin 2026 (Complete Guide)
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…
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Ballyhoura Country in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands
Ballyhoura Country, the ‘Crossroads of Munster’ is located in the counties of Limerick and Cork in Ireland. Tips for visiting & things to do.
