5 Best Cities to Visit in England
England may be great for a relaxing countryside visit, but if you’re looking for something more upbeat, exploring and learning about what England’s cities have to offer is an adventure. England has many major cities with history, nightlife, football and more to delve into throughout your time there. These are our top five favorites!
St Patricks Day
St. Patrick’s Day, commonly referred to as Paddy’s Day in Ireland and (incorrectly) Patty’s Day in America, is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on March 17th each year. It is named after Saint Patrick, the man credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland. However, St. Patrick’s Day has gradually become more of a secular celebration […]
6 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Iceland
We have all heard about the Blue Lagoon, the Northern Lights, and the stunning landscape that Iceland has to offer. But Iceland has so much more to offer than just the visual side. Iceland provides one of the most interesting and astonishing histories. Here we are going to provide 6 interesting facts that you probably […]
Finland Should Be Your Next European Vacation – Here’s Why!
When We Travel Again
There is no shame in wanting to travel right now. Say it with me: There’s no shame in wanting to travel right now! While we are all trying to stay safe and do the right thing for friends and family, there should be no remorse felt when the old familiar travel itch creeps up on […]
How the Irish Invented Hallowe’en – Pagan Origins & Traditions
Hallowe’en is derived from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in, with sow pronounced like the female . You know it’s a good Irish word when there are two levels to the pronunciation explanation). To understand pagan festivals, you first need to put yourself in their shoes. Like most other people of the time, […]
Dream, Design, Refine, Relax – 10 Travel Tips to Create a Trip to Remember
1. Ease into it Lucky are those who can sleep soundly on a plane. You know the type, eye masks on and neck pillows inflated, they’re out cold before the wheels leave the runway. For most of us, dozing off above the clouds is only a dream. Whether you spend your time getting some shut-eye […]
Why Use a Travel Agent Post-Covid?
I was at a party for a casual acquaintance a couple of years ago. I knew almost no one there so my accent is always a nice little ice-breaker. “Where are you from? Ireland? I love Ireland! That’s so cool! How long have you lived in the US?”It’s at that point they usually ask “and […]
A Beginner’s Guide to London
You may know London as the capital of England, but did you know it is one of the largest travel capitals in the world? This huge city is one of Europe’s most frequently-traveled destinations filled with hundreds of historic landmarks as well as world-famous shopping centers, museums, and restaurants. The atmosphere of the city is […]
Mythology & Folklore: 5 Short Stories
Ireland has long been a coveted destination for mythology and folklore buffs, drawing travelers to both its natural and manmade wonders through magical stories. The tales of Ireland’s landscape have been passed down through generations for centuries, one even more prolific than the last telling stories of unmatched bravery and imaginative creation. Reading up on […]
