DNA Test Fun: Ancestry Travel Inspiration!
“Do DNA kits even work?” I muttered, pulling the colorful box from its packaging. I’ve heard of so many people learning their ancestry from spit testing recently, that when 23andMe …
See a 6 Day Ireland road trip itinerary here, including the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Limerick!
Travel With a Toddler: 11 Tips To Make it Less Insane
If you ask anyone, “Is travel with a toddler hard?” the resounding answer is usually, “YES. ARGH, YES.” Don’t despair, however. By using the following tips that our family has …
Giant Birds Landing on Your Hand to Eat Mice in Ireland
Did I get your attention with that title? Other contenders included “Falconry in County Mayo” and “My Favorite Activity During Ireland Travel,” but both lack the heart-thumping drama necessary. The …
Irish Breakfast and a Luxury Hotel Near Ashford Castle
What IS Irish Breakfast? When traveling in Ireland, you must decide: How many days in a row can you eat a full Irish breakfast without popping? This traditional, delicious feast …
Limerick, Ireland: We Didn’t Expect How Great It Is!
Our time in Limerick was infuriating. Why? During our Ireland road trip, we only allotted one day to tour the city, and I ached the whole time for more time …
Why an Ireland Travel Plan Should Include Westport
Ireland has countless cute towns, so the fact that Westport in County Mayo was voted the best place to live in the entire country in 2012 holds major clout. Besides …
This Ireland Castle Hotel Made Us Smile and Laugh
Researching Castle Hotels in Ireland? I have never stayed anywhere that has as much character as Abbeyglen Castle Hotel in County Galway, Ireland. What a hoot that hotel is! It …
Connemara Heritage Centre in Ireland is WONDERFUL!
The Best Unique Tourist Attraction in Ireland? Sometimes the best tourist attractions are the ones you least expect. My husband, baby, and I were on day three of our Ireland …
Kylemore Abbey, Ireland: Surprising Beauty and History
Castles in Ireland aren’t always what they seem… Ireland is a country of castles. In fact, the Emerald Isle has so many castles that on each day of our Ireland …
A Handsome Man Emerges from the Travel Suitcase
Much is said about travel fashion for the ladies, but what about male clothes for the road? Happily, both my husband and I got to try out some apparel from …