Tag: Ireland

Adventures in and near Galway (Part 3)

To wrap up our adventures in Galway, I wanted to showcase one more day trip possibility and talk a bit more about the actual city of Galway. The last day trip we took out of Galway took us over to Connemara and Kylemore Abbey.… Continue Reading “Adventures in and near Galway (Part 3)”

Adventures in and near Galway (Part 2 – Cliffs of Moher Day Trip)

As I mentioned in Part 1, Galway is a fantastic base for day trips on the west side of Ireland. One of the not-to-be missed sites, within driving distance of Galway is the Cliffs of Moher. There are several day tours available or if… Continue Reading “Adventures in and near Galway (Part 2 – Cliffs of Moher Day Trip)”

Adventures in and near Galway (Part 1)

Both Brett and I love traveling through Europe by train so when it came time to go from Dublin to Galway, train was our preferred method. It’s an easy two and a half hour ride through the middle of Ireland. Lots of countryside, sheep,… Continue Reading “Adventures in and near Galway (Part 1)”

5 Places to say Sláinte in Dublin

You can’t really stop in Dublin and not enjoy at least a few good meals and a pint or two. As promised last week, here are a few recommendations for trying and enjoying Irish beer, whiskey and food. 1. Guinness Storehouse — The Guinness… Continue Reading “5 Places to say Sláinte in Dublin”

6 Things to See & Do in Dublin

Brett and I made Ireland our first international priority as a married couple. We both have Irish roots and both really wanted to visit the Emerald Isle. Ireland did not disappoint at all! We left wishing we had more time to explore and vowed… Continue Reading “6 Things to See & Do in Dublin”