Ten Foot Square Western Europe

Like many travelers to Ireland, I assumed that 600-year old Blarney Castle was nothing more than a silly tourist trap and was not worth the visit. I almost neglected to go, but was on my way to nearby County Cork so I decided to give it a go. It’s a good thing I did, as […]

Ireland is aptly called “The Emerald Isles” because of the rich verdant color of its fields and pastures, thanks to a year-round temperate climate. Ireland once visited is forever etched in one’s mind. Pictures of magnificent panoramas, historical monuments and castles and its hospitable and ever-friendly people will surely elicit feelings of nostalgia […]

Ireland is a senior-friendly travel destination. It has long been a favorite vacation choice for travelers of all ages. What endears travelers to Ireland is the warm hospitality and friendliness of its people. Coupled with this, Ireland offers a rich history and culture vibrantly expressed in Irish music and dance, art and […]

Emerald Isle is certainly an apt description of the landscape around Ireland. It is profusely green with stretches of winding fields and hills, dense vegetations and colorful flower farms. With showers of rain drenching the wide expanse of greeneries, magical tales of fairies and leprechauns came into being. Who knows what magic […]

The history of Ireland goes as far back as the earliest civilizations. What better way to learn more about Ireland than to visit its many museums. National treasures have been painstakingly preserved in the museums found throughout the island. From pre-history to ancient Celtic times, to early Christianity, past conquests to recent […]

A historical treasure haven where magnificent monuments dating back a millennium take your breath away; a gem of a landscape studded with medieval castles and sacred monasteries; such and more is the promise of Ireland that lures tourists to this fascinating island in Europe.
Ireland’s history stretches back to around 6000 BC form pre-history to early […]

Irish people love parties and festivals. Festivals in Ireland are great fun; some of the merriest in the world. The Irish people hold festivals for the art, culture, music, history or sport. You name it, they have it. An Irish festivity is a truly unique event one has to experience. […]

A cursory look at Irish culture bears testimony to its long history. This culture is mirrored in the warm hospitality, sumptuous traditional dishes, vibrant music and dance and breath-taking scenic landscapes. Whether savoring a hearty Irish breakfast, gulping the widely popular Guiness beer in a pub, interacting with local artists or simply gazing […]

For first time tourists to Ireland, the best way to fully appreciate Ireland is to travel on an escorted motor coach tour – sitting on comfortable seats with a panoramic view of scenic Ireland. Tourists are ensured of the best views without the hassles of maps or getting lost. To top it all, […]

Eating out in Ireland is an epicure’s dream come true. Not surprising, considering Ireland is one of Europe’s top gourmet destinations. Eating well is a tradition here and there is an amazing variety of Irish cuisine on offer catering to discerning taste buds. In fact, one of the great pleasures of vacationing […]