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Beyond Newgrange: Hidden Castles, Ancient Sites, and Quiet Roads in Ireland’s Boyne Valley
2mo ago
Ireland’s Ancient East is filled with famous landmarks, but some of its most memorable experiences happen just beyond the well-trodden stops. Between the sweeping history of the Boyne Valley and the quieter corners of Westmeath, travelers can uncover everything from prehistoric passage tombs to castle kitchens frozen in time. This article is based on podcast... The post Beyond Newgrange: Hidden Castles, Ancient Sites, and Quiet Roads in Ireland’s Boyne Valley appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.
Halloween’s Historic Origins in Ireland
10mo ago
Discover the enchanting origins of Halloween in Ireland, where the festival of Samhain began over 3,000 years ago. The post Halloween’s Historic Origins in Ireland appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.
Booking Newgrange and Kilmainham Gaol with (or without) an OPW Card
1y ago
If Newgrange and Kilmainham Gaol are on your Ireland itinerary, you’ll need more than interest to visit – you’ll need a timed ticket. These two OPW-managed sites are incredibly popular, and both strongly recommend advance booking. The good news? Even if you don’t have your OPW Heritage Card yet, you can still reserve your spot.... The post Booking Newgrange and Kilmainham Gaol with (or without) an OPW Card appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.
Ireland’s Top 10 Visitor Attractions in 2024 (and expert tips for visiting)
2y ago
Wondering about the best places to visit in Ireland in 2024? And, if you are planning on visiting one of these tops spots, you’ve probably wondered if there are any secrets to having an amazing visit – and maybe avoiding the crowds (as much as possible). The answers to your questions are below – based... The post Ireland’s Top 10 Visitor Attractions in 2024 (and expert tips for visiting) appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.
Round Towers – Amazing Ireland Experiences
2y ago
Round towers are an -almost- uniquely Irish structure. (Only 3 ancient round towers exist outside of Ireland.) In Irish they are called cloitheach (cloy- cach), meaning bell house, and were probably built between the 9th and 12th centuries. This article is also available as a podcast. To listen please scroll to the player at the... The post Round Towers – Amazing Ireland Experiences appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.