My first trip to Ireland was somewhat of a blur. I stayed in Dublin recalling that most of my time was spent hanging out in pubs and drinking - because that is what one does when visiting this city! However, my most recent trip to Ireland was a bit was not about 'drinking' tourism, rather more about heritage and exploration away from the bigger cities. My travel buddy and I landed in Cork (the southern part of Ireland); we were immediately … [Read more...]
Impressions: Ulanbaatar, Mongolia
I landed in Ulanbaatar in the very early am. My pre-arranged ride was not waiting at airport so I found a taxi who promptly delivered me to my guest house, 20 mins to town w/o traffic. Two story guesthouse. I ended up on the second floor - frustrated because the inside door to the guesthouse was locked and it was 430am. Knocking over and over again resulted in no action from within. I began to prep a rudimentary sleeping arrangement in the … [Read more...]
Big Pit National Coal Museum – August 2020
This historic mine first opened in 1812 and closed in 1979. It is located about a 45 minute drive from Cardiff. Admission is free. Tour guides tend to be former miners. Work here was extremely difficult in the early days - children as young as 5 years old worked in the mine - up to 12 hour shifts opening and closing air ventilation doors in complete darkness. There used to be many coal mines in Wales but there are no more mines of this type … [Read more...]
Walking Holidays- Where to go and how to Prepare
No matter where you choose to walk, there will always be fascinating history to delve into and lots of interesting stories along the way.The UK countryside, for example,with its unsurpassed views and endless routes, has scores of people heading for a walking holiday not only to enjoy the view but for the spiritual and physical benefits as well. This guide will tell you which places to cover in these vast gorgeous terrains and understand the … [Read more...]
6 Things You Didn’t Know About St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is the quintessential Irish holiday celebrated around the world by millions. Dressing head-to-toe in green and partying through the streets of Dublin on this glorious occasion that every traveler to enjoys a little revelry should experience at least once in their lives - but what do we really know about the holiday? According to most, we can generally assume that people know that St. Patrick's Day is the day that some Irish … [Read more...]
Put Belfast on Your European Travel List
If you’ve never been to Belfast, Northern Ireland, you are in for a treat. Set aside any preconceived notions of a dull and dirty industrial city besieged by the dark legacy of “The Troubles.” Instead, prepare to discover a lively culture that charms and welcomes visitors. Belfast is chock full of fun activities for both adults and kids alike, and the city is a genuine treat to explore. I hope to infuse my travel bug and world curiosity into … [Read more...]
Guinness Storehouse Dublin – June 2019
Guinness Storehouse is a large complex of buildings located at St James's Gate in Dublin Ireland. Guinness has truly developed a cult-like following over the years - since it's founding in 1759. A visit here will immediately clarify this - even during a recent visit on a weekday somewhat off season the storehouse was super crowded with visitors. A visit here is like a walk back in time to another era of old austere looking brick factory … [Read more...]
British and American passports slide down global rankings as 2019 index is published
British and American passport holders may be concerned to hear that the value of their passports has slipped down the global rankings, with both citizenships sliding a number of places in the 2019 Nomad Passport Index. According to the annual research carried out by the leading offshore consulting firm Nomad Capitalist, Luxembourg citizens have the best passport in the world for the second year running. Its citizens are able to travel to 186 … [Read more...]
Game of Tourism: Four Destinations Fans Love
Game of Thrones has come to an end, but the very real destinations that have benefitted from its spotlight will not lose their hype any time soon. With producers and George Martin himself promising a number of spinoffs, the show’s fans have every reason to continue fueling the franchise and filling their lives with all the memories and memorabilia they want. A world of merchandise Judging by the range of merch still being produced, from … [Read more...]
Visit Galway to see Ireland at its best
Galway offers one of the most diverse visitor experiences in Ireland, with a plethora of different attractions to choose from around the city. Its contemporary nature has seen the city chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2020, with its mix of sport, festivals, history and more appealing to travellers of all ages. Read on to find our why Galway is one of the best places to visit in Ireland. Galway is the home of festivals Galway … [Read more...]
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