Traveling in Ireland

Killarney and Tralee both make useful bases for exploring southwest Ireland, but just how far can you reasonably travel on a day trip? Watch the video and see the full show notes here: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/how-much-of-ireland-can-you-explore-from-killarney/planning-your-irish-vacation/itineraries/ We'll use the Ireland Travel Compass to look at what falls within easy reach, from familiar destinations like the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula to often-overlooked options includin

Jody chats with Irene Hamilton, owner of Scattery Island Tours, about a fascinating island just off the coast of County Clare. Get full article and links at: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/scattery-island-tours-traveling-in-ireland-podcast/regions-and-counties/western-ireland/clare/ A short ferry ride from Kilrush takes visitors to an uninhabited island filled with ancient monastic ruins, a distinctive round tower, a lighthouse, and centuries of stories. Discover why Scattery Island is a

Galway is a popular place to stay in western Ireland, but just how much can you comfortably explore when you use Galway City as your base? → See the video of this episode: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/galway-base-explore-ireland/planning-your-irish-vacation/itineraries/ → Get the Ireland Travel Compass: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/compass We'll look at the day-trip possibilities around Galway, what you can realistically fit into a day, and how to decide when a destination is simp

When comparing flights to Ireland, it's tempting to focus on the lowest fare or shortest total travel time. But there's another detail worth considering: whether your connection happens before or after your overnight transatlantic flight. Full article & links: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/booking-flights-to-ireland-europe-layovers/ireland-travel-tips/ Resources mentioned in the podcast: - https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/TRIP - https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/FAQ I generally reco

This is part of my series exploring the best places to stay in Ireland for day trips. This time we're using Dublin as our base to see just how many places you can comfortably explore without changing accommodations. See the video & article at: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/dublin-base-explore-ireland/planning-your-irish-vacation/itineraries/ Using my Ireland Travel Compass, I'll show you day trip options around Dublin, what falls within a reasonable travel radius, and places you may not h

Kinsale may sit at the beginning or the end of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, depending on how you travel it, but this colorful County Cork town deserves more than a quick stop. Fáilte Ireland certified guide Clodagh FitzGerald shares a local’s perspective on Kinsale, from the history of Charles Fort and James Fort to harbour adventures, coastal walks, great food, and some of the best places to explore nearby. Charles Fort, viewed from the harbour Highlights include: Why Kinsale deserves more tim