The Rock of Cashel is an imposing sight, sitting high on a towering hilltop, overlooking the Cashel community in County Tipperary. It’s one of Ireland’s most visited historical and dramatic sites. The medieval fortress dates back to the 4th century. History has redefined the Rock over the centuries as the Cashel of Kings and St….
Sure, Dublin’s lively Temple Bar district may be the center of St. Patrick’s Day revelry, but it seems like the festive holiday mood is an every day occurrence here. The brightly colored exteriors of many traditional Irish pubs are ornately decorated, often coordinated with the changing seasons. An eclectic mix of music, ranging from old…
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,…
