Ireland
Affordable Castle Hotels in Ireland for a True Fairytale Experience
Do you dream about sleeping in a castle hotel in Ireland? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Castle Hotels in Ireland are a huge attraction. After all, I think everyone would secretly love to feel like a King or Queen- at least for a night! Of course, staying at a castle hotel in Ireland isn’t exactly…
Read MoreDon’t Skip the Temple Bar District in Dublin
The smell hits me as the door shuts closed behind me. It’s a mix of spilt beer, stale cigarette smoke, and the damp scent of rain. It’s just past 7:30 am but the streets are quiet; the lingering smell of a night out the only reminder that only five hours ago, this same road was…
Read MoreIrish Fairy Tales Come to Life at Ashford Castle Estate
Picture this: a historic castle located in the woods beside a lake. The front of the castle has a stone bridge, spanning the rushing river below and protected by small towers. Once past the bridge, visitors are greeted by a grand entranceway, guarded on either side by statues of Irish wolfhounds. On the lakeside, there…
Read More10 of Dublin’s Best Pubs – According to Locals!
With St. Patrick’s day just around the corner I’m daydreaming of Ireland. While Galway was my home, I have a definite affinity with Dublin. Sure, it’s more touristy, but it’s a hell of a lot of fun. From pouring your own pint in the Guinness Storehouse, to walking down Grafton Street and Stephen’s Green, there’s…
Read MoreBest Places to Travel Solo: Ireland
The Cliffs of Moher, pints of Guinness, myths and legends, and the greenest grass you have ever seen; Ireland is somewhere every traveller should visit at least once in their lifetime. Already on your list but you can’t convince your friends to come with you? Don’t worry about it. Pack your bag, grab your passport,…
Read MoreGalway’s Best Pubs: Music, Pints, and Irish Craic
Anyone who’s been to Ireland knows that as amazing as Dublin’s pubs may be, the real craic is in Galway. Sure, I may be biased as Galway was once a place that I called home, but I’m not alone in my thoughts. Even the locals agree that Galway’s craic is top notch, with many of…
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