Northern Ireland’s coastline is a treasure trove of scenic splendor. When I stepped on the vast trail known as the Giants Causeway nestled between the wild North Atlantic Ocean and enormous cliffs, I was dwarfed by the larger beauty around me. Giants Causeway is Northern Ireland’s first and only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Huge slender…
My imagination ran wild when I stepped on the grounds of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in County Clare, Ireland. Walking through the entrance felt like I was traveling back to an era with no modern conveniences. (Reality check: There are toilets with running water at this popular tourist destination). A winding path takes you…
In the Shannon region of western Ireland, the warm and friendly welcome extended to travelers visiting Adare is reminiscent of a simpler, less hectic time. Adare is a place that thrives on the past. You immediately notice the thatched cottages along Adare’s main road. Originally built in the 1830s as servant quarters for the 2nd…
When you think of Ireland, your mind conjures images of sweeping green meadows, lush rain forests, and stark towering cliffs. You can now add surfing, just like when you think of Hawaii and California, but minus the palm trees and sun-drenched beaches. On a stopover in the small coastal town of Lahinch in County Clare,…
Tower of London Royalty had it privileges— and still does— at the Tower of London, the wildly popular historic and infamous landmark. Behind a massive stone wall is a complex the size of a city encircling a castle. Over 3 million people visit every year, most of whom are willing to wait in a long…
