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The Ferocious O’Flahertys of Aughnanure Castle
On the leafy shores of the Drimneen River in the wilds of western county Galway stands a medieval fortress fit for a king. This castle comes complete with all the prerequisites of medieval Gaelic lordly living – high stone walls, a drawbridge and even a hall dedicated to banqueting. Indeed, no other building in Connemara […]
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Galway City
With a youthful population and a bohemian spirit, Galway’s charms are best enjoyed by strolling the city lanes and soaking up the atmosphere. There’s plenty to keep sightseers happy, too 1. Shop for some traditional Celtic jewellery Call in and watch Jonathan Margetts tinkering with rings in Thomas Dillon’s shop. He’s an expert on the […]
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Connemara’s Traditions
The smoke of the peat, the swaying bog grasses, ancient stone walls… it could only be Ireland’s traditional heartland of Connemara Passing through the desolate Doo Lough and Delphi Valleys towards the village of Leenane in County Galway is a dramatic journey. This is Ireland unplugged. The rugged landscape and remoteness of the region has […]
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The Wild Atlantic Way – Now Virtually Impossible to Miss!
Virtual Reality Tours of the Wild Atlantic Way Piloted by Fáilte Ireland at International Tourism Fair in Berlin March 15th 2016 – Fáilte Ireland announced that it has captured a number of unmissable experiences along the Wild Atlantic Way for virtual reality (VR) viewing, giving people the chance to remotely experience 3D tours of the […]
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Travel Insurance Series 3/3
Travel advisories and insurance policies. A Canadian government travel advisory for your destination could impact your travel insurance coverage. Some insurance companies will not honour medical claims made for injuries suffered in a country for which the Government of Canada has issued an official Travel Advisory. Coverage for injuries resulting from war may also be […]
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Travel Insurance Series 2/3
Shopping for travel insurance. Most consumers purchase the first travel insurance that is offered to them. It is often an option when you purchase online, or a travel agent may offer it. While this is convenient, there are many other suppliers to choose from. There are 33 travel insurance providers listed on the OmbudService for […]
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Travel Insurance Series 1/3
What is travel insurance? Travel can involve financial risks. Travel insurance is a financial product that transfers some of that risk to an insurance company. The policy wording describes the coverage and limits that may apply. The cost of just one medical emergency while abroad could be financially devastating. However, many Canadians travel without travel […]
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Touring Routes, All of Ireland.
Every trip to the island of Ireland is full of possibilities: touring the historic Boyne Valley or the sunny South-East, visiting the oldest pubs or discovering the wonders right outside Dublin city. *These are sample itineraries, and should be used as a guide only. If you have any suggestions for future itineraries, we’d love to […]
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Temple House, County Sligo.
The Percevals came to County Sligo in the northwest of Ireland when George Perceval married Mary Crofton in 1665. Started 1760 and enhanced in 1825 and 1864, the Georgian-style Temple House remains one of the largest family homes in Ireland. Roderick and his wife, Helena, have opened up six rooms to paying guests. The Castle […]