Weather is always a fair topic in Ireland. Even when the weather itself isn’t.
Summer in Ireland: Places to Visit in West Cork
Every once in a while, Ireland has a summer. You’d think it would be a rather regular occurrence, but I assure you it is not.
Fota House & Gardens: Summer is Here!
Summer has finally arrived! I should probably *knock wood* when I say that, but I’m still basking in the glow of a glorious, sunny Ireland.
Do you even Ireland, bro?
I made a comment on Facebook. People replied, suggesting I know nothing about Ireland.
Travel: the Best Thing is also the Worst Thing
People can turn a travel nightmare into a hilarious adventure, and a quiet cup of tea into a golden memory you cherish for the rest of your days.
Romancing the Stones of Charles Fort
Charles Fort in Co. Cork, Ireland: historical, brooding, flirtatious, and …romantic.
Chip Butties and Other Naughty Bits
A visit to Youghal reveals tiny Vikings, the miracle of birth, bastard half brothers of the king, and tasty treats. Among other things.
View from an Irish sea cave
A sunny day and a serendipitous visit with an old friend leads to a lovely day at the beach.
Ireland: Body, Mind, & Spirit
When life brings you contrast and change, it can be very hard on the emotions. It flows naturally that the body is affected by the chemical soup coursing through your veins. Friends and loved ones are full of advice and support, but ultimately it's a very lonely experience. I'm trying to make an effort to …
Expat life: Looking forward, looking back
Having family split over 3 countries can lead to a bit of chaos, especially when a baby's due date is part of the planning. New jobs and the ability to finally have our belongings sent from Italy, plus the travel blogging, meant that we've taken more than one flight over the last few months. Still, …
Beach Flashbacks
Today's post is written by Dario! He's been promising me a guest post for some time, so when Silvia from Trippando told me about a contest she and Travel – Moments in Time were having for writing about beaches, I thought this would be the perfect moment to nudge him into action. Having nearly …
US vs. Italy vs. Ireland
From the archives – and freshly updated! – comes a little piece comparing the 3 countries in which I've lived. Seemed fitting in light of the fact that we are soon leaving Ireland to head back to Italy for a while. WARNING: the word "awesome" is used to excess. I have been meaning to …
Quote: …too much good whiskey is barely enough.
Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough. ~ Mark Twain Jameson whiskey — size HUGE! — outside The Old Distillery. This was just going to be a quote and a photo that I conveniently had in the wings, but I couldn't resist giving a tiny …
Of Kayaks, Cameras, and Cold
Cork, Ireland What is the first thing you think of when you hear the words "Ireland" and "November" together in the same sentence? Whatever it is, I doubt it is anything along the lines of, "glorious sunny day," "bathing suits," or "a good time to go kayaking!" The closest I planned to come to the …
Featured photo: Skellig Michael sunset + sheep
Beara Peninsula, Ireland I have to say, I think the Ring of Beara kicks the pants off the Ring of Kerry, which is no small feat! It's not nearly as touristy and the driving is trickier (no bus tours, I believe), with much narrower, windier roads — and it is totally worth it! Dario …
Blarney Castle gardens
Slideshow of a summer visit to Blarney Castle gardens in Ireland.
Featured photo: Waterford Tall Ships Race
Photo of the gorgeous Europa in the Tall Ships race at Waterford, Ireland.
The Cork Butter Museum (yes, seriously)
A visit to the holy of holies, the Cork Butter Museum. A tongue twister, too!