April 6, 2012 | Patrick | Destinations, Dublin | No Comments
Thew city of Dublin is not the largest capital in Europe, nor the most modern, but it has something that many larger and more glamorous cities lack: it has heart. Dublin is infused with an inimitable charm and a flair for making even the most ordinary walk on the streets seem exciting. The quaint combination of historical places and modern buildings is essential to Dublin's personality, but so... [read more]
TAGS: architecture, castles, Dublin, historical sites, monuments, parks, wildlife April 4, 2012 | Patrick | Nature and Outdoor, Sights, Travel Interests | No Comments
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were the typical tourist attractions of the past, whose cultural importance was immeasurable, and which are talked about even today, when only one of them remains. But many other seven wonders have been created and discovered since then, and of course that Ireland has a set of wonders of its own. A culture, history and landscape as interesting and as rich... [read more]
TAGS: Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Dublin, Guinness Storehouse, Newgrange, prehistoric sites, Rock of Cashel, The Burren April 1, 2012 | Patrick | Adventure, Nature and Outdoor, Sports, Tours, Travel Interests | 1 Comment
The charm of the Emerald Isle lies not only in its picture perfect villages and towns, or in its bustling cities, but also in its stunning natural beauty. There are few places on the planet where the countryside is easier to reach, easier to explore or closer to the hearts of people. The lush beauty of Ireland is the prefect setting for hikes and walks, and of course, horse rides. If you lik... [read more]
TAGS: Co Donegal, Co Sligo, Connemara, Dingle Peninsula, horseback riding, riding tours 
Thew city of Dublin is not the largest capital in Europe, nor the most modern, but it has something that many larger and more glamorous cities lack: it has heart. Dublin is infused with an inimitable charm and a flair for making even the most ordinary walk on the streets seem exciting. The quaint combination of historical places and modern buildings is essential to Dublin's personality, but so are the green spaces where people can feel like being in the middle of nature for a short while. Th... [read more]
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were the typical tourist attractions of the past, whose cultural importance was immeasurable, and which are talked about even today, when only one of them remains. But many other seven wonders have been created and discovered since then, and of course that Ireland has a set of wonders of its own. A culture, history and landscape as interesting and as rich as Ireland's has well over seven wonders, and it isn't easy to choose only a few of them. However, ... [read more]
The charm of the Emerald Isle lies not only in its picture perfect villages and towns, or in its bustling cities, but also in its stunning natural beauty. There are few places on the planet where the countryside is easier to reach, easier to explore or closer to the hearts of people. The lush beauty of Ireland is the prefect setting for hikes and walks, and of course, horse rides. If you like horses, then galloping though a meadow, down the side of a hill or on a verdant field is a must-tr... [read more]
Reading about the past of Ireland in history books or staring at exhibits in museums can be a lot of fun, but nothing compares to how history just comes alive when you are actually visiting the remnants of times past. The lush green Irish countryside hides many such treasures, some famous and visited by many, and some of them forgotten by all except for locals. Often when you walk aimlessly in some scenic corner of Ireland, you might chance upon an old ruin that can date back to medieval tim... [read more]
Restaurants are not a modern invention and they have been around for hundreds of year in the guide of inns and taverns. As the oldest city in Ireland, it's no surprise that Waterford is chock full of restaurants, one more interesting than the other. Waterford might not be the largest city in Ireland, but it has a bustling dining scene that caters to locals as well as to tourists looking for 'authentic' Irish experiences. From smoky and dark traditional pubs where you can taste old time Irish... [read more]
Visiting Ireland for the first time is terribly exciting, so exciting that some travelers might wonder where to start exploring this amazing country. Drinking Guinness and admiring the green scenery are probably on the mind of everyone who first steps off the plane on Irish soil, but there is so much more you can do on the Emerald Isles. Wherever you go in Ireland, and however long you stay, there will always be something to keep you busy, whether it's just a walk in the countryside or down ... [read more]
As the oldest city in Ireland, Waterford has had plenty of time to gather a nice collection of pubs for every preference. There are more than enough cozy traditional pubs where locals gather for a few pints and a chat, as well as bustling modern pubs where music is blaring and even the pub grub comes in organic versions. Relaxing at an Irish pub is a downright compulsory experience for anyone visiting Ireland, and if you're in Waterford you can rest assured that you will find some of the finest ... [read more]
Waterford is the oldest city in Ireland, and one of the country's busiest port, even today. Like most Irish cities, Waterford flourished during the Celtic Tiger, and some parts of the city are sleek and modern. And yet, there are entire chunks of Waterford that feel positively medieval, and not in the negative sense. Waterford has a special charm, something between the rural appeal of small Irish towns, and the historic, almost grand feel of very old and dignified cities. If you want a relax... [read more]
Anyone who has ever considered visiting Ireland (and even those who didn't) has heard about world famous attractions like the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, the Rock of Cashel and the Ring of Kerry. But Ireland can't be reduced to a list of famous attractions, because there will always be some beautiful or unusual site that is known only to locals, or to few visitors. The appeal of Ireland lies in the fact that there is a seemingly endless possibility to discover new places and try new exp... [read more]
You'll never have to fear being thirsty in Ireland (since a pub is never too far off), and you'll never stay dry too long either, because the weather is notoriously capricious, and because rivers, lakes and seashores are also a pretty common part of the landscape. But the good part is that water is a source of fun in Ireland, when it doesn't come from the sky. The sea and the lakes are fun to visit and splash around in when the weather is warm, while the rest of the time you can do the next ... [read more]
