Blog on Ireland Tours and Scotland Vacations

If you’re like us, you have been itching to get back to traveling after a long few years of COVID restrictions. If you are ready to take the leap across the pond and visit Ireland for your dream vacation, here’s what you need to know in terms of COVID regulations and...

Join Seamus Kennedy on the Splendor of the Seine River May 24 to June 3, 2021 FREE air included, space is limited and cabins are selling fast. To ensure you are part of this amazing adventure please call today. For more information and to secure your space call Fiona...

With more than 30,000 castles, or remnants of castles, on the Emerald Isle, this iconic stone structure becomes a part of the scenery on nearly any drive around Ireland. While there are some fantastic hotel castles (see our Castle and Manor House itinerary for...

Ireland is known for it’s enormous amount of beauty and it should come as no surprise that Ireland has been used as filming locations for some of the most popular and well-known movies and tv series. Here’s some Ireland locations you may recognize from your favorite...

There is something for just about anyone in Ireland, whether you enjoy a more low-key, relaxing vacation or are someone who seeks adventure and thrill during your travels. We’re here to give you some ideas to make your Ireland vacation more adventurous. Here’s 7 of...

While the final season of Game of Thrones is over, you don't have to let go of your favorite kingdoms just yet! As you may know, the epic tale of dragons and Whitewalkers is filmed in Northern Ireland for a majority of the scenes. For TV-loving travelers, there are...

If you get the chance to travel to Europe in the near future, make sure Wales is one of your stops. Not only does the country have a gorgeous rugged coastline, beautiful national parks to explore, and castles galore, Wales is also known for it’s fantastic eateries. In...

If making a trip to overseas is on your 2019 New Year’s resolutions, we’d like to suggest you put Wales on your list! Wales is a fabulous vacation destination and if you’re looking for something off the beaten path, this is it. The beaches, castles, the views, the...

Although Cork may not seem as enticing and exciting as the nation’s capital, Dublin, at first glance...there’s a reason that visitors to this lovely city has skyrocketed the past few years. Cork, the second-largest city in Ireland, has an abundance of exciting things...

Considering the large population of people of Irish decent here in the United States, it’s no surprise that a popular Irish tradition, Claddagh rings, are seen so commonly in this great melting pot. Today, we’re breaking down this popular ring that is seen on so many...

A quick few hours drive up the East coast of Ireland from Dublin brings you to Northern Ireland into the thriving city of Belfast. There was a time when Belfast was known for all the wrong reasons but rest assured, that time has come and past and Belfast is now a city...

By: Mike Hawe Wales is a fantastic place to visit and explore, and has a great culture and history too! One of the great joys of traveling is the discovery of unique traditions that have stood the test of time to become icons of the place you are visiting.  ...

With more than 30,000 castles in Ireland, it was hard to narrow down our favorites in a blog post. That’s why we decided to make a Part II of our favorite castles to visit in Ireland! Read on to learn about some of our favorite “stop-not-stay” castles you can visit...

With more than 30,000 castles, or remnants of castles, on the Emerald Isle, this iconic stone structure becomes a part of the scenery on nearly any drive around Ireland. While there are some fantastic hotel castles (see our Castle and Manor House itinerary for...

We have put together a fabulous list of some of the most unique and interesting things you can do in Wales. Add a few of these items to your bucket list and check them off while visiting! Bog Snorkelling. The bucket list item you never knew you wanted to try...are we...

One common misconception about Ireland is that the Summers are not warm and that it rains often. While Ireland does get it’s fair share of rainy days, Summers in Ireland are actually warm and pleasant. July is the hottest month in Dublin with an average temperature of...

If you’re looking to experience some of the most beautiful places Ireland has to offer, the Wild Atlantic Way should be at the top of your list. Stretching 1,500 miles spanning from Donegal in the North to Cork in the South, there is so much to see and do along this...

In honor of the season 3 premiere, we wanted to give you a look at some of the Outlander locations in Scotland used for filming the TV show. Not only can you follow in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire, you will also get the opportunity to see some of the most...

The Wild Atlantic Way is certainly one of the must-see areas while visiting Ireland! The project was completed in 2014 and existing roadways were connected to create one continuous, beautiful route along the Western coast of Ireland. You could spend an entire vacation...

If you’re considering taking a trip to Ireland for the first time or have visited before and are planning your next trip back (we don’t blame you!) You may already have a list of touristy spots that you want to visit. However, there are so many other places that...

Without a doubt, Dublin is at the top of most people’s bucket list travel destinations. There are not many countries that have such rich history, amazing gourmet cuisine and spectacular works of nature that Dublin, Ireland does. If you are planning on traveling to...

Discover the real Ireland on the Wild Atlantic Way The world’s longest coastal touring route, the Wild Atlantic Way, has just been launched in Ireland and showcases the little country’s stunning west coast. The 1,500-mile driving route stretches from Donegal in the...