Your Irish Ancestry Explained

Your Irish Ancestry Explained

Did you know that over 35 million Americans claim to have Irish heritage? That’s 7  times the population of Ireland [which is only 4.58 million.] Irish ancestry is the second most popular heritage to claim, second only to German. New York is particular boosts about a...
5 Things To Expect From a Private Driver Guide In Ireland

5 Things To Expect From a Private Driver Guide In Ireland

When you travel to Ireland, you have many different options for how you spend your days in this beautiful country. It’s all about preference: some people prefer to leave their days open-ended and explore the cities at their leisure, others prefer more guidance. Some...
A Night In Markree Castle In Sligo, Ireland

A Night In Markree Castle In Sligo, Ireland

While in Ireland in November 2017, we were lucky enough to get to enjoy a night at the incredible Markree Castle, newly reopened and renovated in March 2017. The experience was nothing short of magical and there were moments where we forget we weren’t in a Disney...
Halloween In Ireland

Halloween In Ireland

Ireland may not come to your mind first when you think of Halloween festivities, but think again! Did you know that Halloween’s origins can be found in Ireland? Photo: Derry City and Strabane District Council We can trace Halloween back to the festival of Samhain,...
Experience the world of Guinness in Ireland

Experience the world of Guinness in Ireland

This famous black dry stout is loved the world over, but legend has it that it never tastes as good as it does when it’s pulled on the Emerald Isle. The story of Guinness began in 1759 when Arthur Guinness took a leap of faith, signing a 9,000-year lease at St....