by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Jul 28, 2018 | Europe, Ireland
Ireland has something for everybody. If you have never been before, accept the fact that whatever you do and wherever you go, you will have a good time. It is a country with friendly people and a happy outlook, even if the weather does not always co-operate. Over the...
by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Jul 28, 2018 | Europe, Ireland
Dublin is a very manageable city to navigate. It is a good base in that you can mix city days and country days. You can maintain the city life for a wide selection of restaurants, music and nightlife and still see the rest of Ireland by day tours out. There are a good...
by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Jul 28, 2018 | Europe, Ireland
County Wicklow is an often overlooked county in Ireland. If you are planning a trip to Ireland take a closer look. County Wicklow is just south of Dublin and holds the promise of something for everyone, from historic country homes and gardens to scenic mountain...
by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Jul 28, 2018 | Ireland
A few years ago, we took our then 4-year-old granddaughter, Anabel, on a trip to Ireland. High on the touring list was visually memorable places, fun for little ones and lots of music. Our particular 4-year old loves music and dance so the latter was very important....
by Arlene Brown | Aug 31, 2016 | British Isles, Europe, Ireland, Travel Notes
If you want to get to the heart of Ireland, county Meath is the place. There are many ancient sights to see that can take you back, not just hundreds of years, but thousands. The Boyne Valley is the cradle of Irish civilisation, it supported a sophisticated society...
by Arlene Brown | Aug 22, 2016 | Attractions, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Reviews, Travel Notes, United Kingdom
Florence Court is an 18th century country house built by the Cole family and home of the Earls of Enniskillen until the mid-20th century. Although smaller than many of the houses of its time, there is no mistaking the Palladium underpinnings of the home, highlighted...