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Posted by Corey on May 9, 2011 | 3 comments

Falconry School in Cong, County Mayo

Judy Arnold from Texas sent us this photo of her grandsons, the Gossoons, on a Hawk Walk at Ireland’s School of Falconry on the grounds of Ashford Castle in Cong,...

Posted by Corey on Apr 27, 2011 | 1 comment

Equitrekking in the Irish Countryside

Here are some of Ireland’s best horseback riding destinations from www.Equitrekking.com. Enjoy this post?If so, please join our list of e-newsletter subscribers,...

Posted by Corey on Mar 29, 2011 | 6 comments

Scenes from a Cliffs of Moher Boat Tour

Most of us have enjoyed the spectacular views of the Cliffs of Moher from the Visitor Centre, but Jessie Voigts put together this video with photos from her boat tour....

Posted by Corey on Feb 22, 2011 | 4 comments

Pony Cart Ride Through the Gap of Dunloe

A little video from the Gap of Dunloe near Killarney, County Kerry by Dr. Jessie Voigts from www.WanderingEducators.com. Enjoy this post?If so, please join our list of...

Posted by Corey on Dec 9, 2010 | 2 comments

#112 Visiting Adare and Dublin

Episode Guide – Podcast #112 Visiting Adare and Dublin Corey chats with Anita Higgins from Adare and Fergal O’Connell from Dublin to shine the spotlight on...

Posted by Guest on Nov 3, 2010 | 8 comments

Taking Time to Enjoy Kylemore Abbey

By Mary Caffrey Knapke Kylemore Abbey is one of Ireland’s most iconic sights. It’s worth the drive through County Galway even if you only have time to stop in the car...

Posted by Corey on Sep 10, 2010 | 8 comments

A Day in Kilfane Glen

Kilfane, County Kilkenny, Ireland Taken as we explored Kilfane Glen and Waterfall with my cousins Bridget and Sean. This little moss-covered area had an especially...

Posted by Liam on Aug 4, 2010 | 4 comments

#108 Skellig Michael During Puffin Season: Video

Although Skellig Michael has been on my want-to-see list for years, I had no idea what I was in for when I got there. Here’s a quick look at my thoughts: Firstly,...

Posted by Corey on Jul 27, 2010 | 8 comments

Journey to Skellig Michael with Puffins, Dolphins and Seals

I’m prone to seasickness and have an aversion to heights, so I’m not quite sure why I was drawn to a boat ride into the Atlantic and then climbing 618...

Posted by Corey on Jul 19, 2010 | 22 comments

Climbing Croagh Patrick on Reek Sunday… Saint Patrick’s Holy Mountain, Co Mayo

I’m wet. I’m cold. I’m hungry. I’m a pilgrim atop Croagh Patrick. Saint Patrick is reputed to have driven the snakes out of Ireland from County Mayo’s notable...

Posted by Corey on Jul 7, 2010 | 17 comments

#105 Liam’s Horse Ride Through Knockahopple in Ireland

Must say, Liam had one of his favorite days ever… a horse ride down Knockahopple Road in County Tipperary, Ireland. Enjoy this post?If so, please join our list of...

Posted by Corey on May 10, 2010 | 3 comments

Causeway Coast with Ricky & John

We’re big fans of Discover Ireland’s “Meet the Real Characters of Ireland” online video series. It’s even more fun when we see a familiar...

Posted by Corey on May 2, 2010 | 3 comments

Roughing It: Shipwrecked Tour of Ireland

Not exactly my dream tour of Ireland… frigid waters, climbing up the cliffs, rotting seals, midges, the bogs, raw sheep’s heart, oh, and then there’s...

Posted by Corey on Mar 29, 2010 | 0 comments

Dolphin Watching and Sites for Those Traveling Along Ireland’s Shannon Estuary

“Mummy, look,” announced the little girl stretching her hand across the railing next to me. I followed her finger to the splashing water about a quarter mile away. From...

Posted by Corey on Feb 19, 2010 | 0 comments

Plan a Walking Tour of Ireland

Taking a hike in “Ireland”, originally uploaded by RachelCorinne123. Taking in a walking tour while in Ireland delivers an entirely different way to...

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