Irish Morning in County Offaly
Ireland Itinerary Planning: Find Fun at the Lough
When you're planning your Ireland vacation it can be very, very tempting to stick to the rugged coastlines or the activity in some of the...
10 of the Best Castles to Visit in Ireland
When you think of Ireland, you can't help but think of castles. Castle ruins, beautifully restored castles, castles that lie somewhere in between. What...
Playing in Ireland’s Largest Tree House at Birr Castle
It had only been a year since our first visit to Birr Castle Demense and a return wasn't initially in our plans. Until I received...
The Best Hot Chocolate in Ireland
We didn't set out to find the best hot chocolate in Ireland. In fact, the first couple days it entirely slipped my notice that...
Round Towers and High Crosses in Ireland: Visiting Clonmacnoise
When you close your eyes and picture Ireland, what do you see? If the answer includes round towers and high crosses, then you'll want...
Enjoy Ireland’s Outdoors at Lough Boora Discovery Park
Peat bogs have long provided the Irish with the sweet smelling fuel visitors look forward to seeing stacked on hearths across the country. ...
Birr Castle Demense – Ireland’s “Green Jewel”
When planning a family vacation in Ireland, most people think of the history and the landscape. Few think of science. Yet, that is exactly...
What to See in Ireland With Kids
When you're planning to vacation in Ireland with kids, it can be a bit daunting to decide what to see and where to go....
Walking the Nature Trail Loop in Cadamstown
Ireland is well known for its walks. No matter where you are in the country, it's likely that you are near a marked way...
Dining at Kinnitty Castle Hotel in County Offaly
In retrospect, we probably weren't appropriately attired to even approach Kinnity Castle Hotel, much less to dine there. After arriving in Dublin early that...
