"Laughter is wine for the soul – laughter soft, or loud and deep, tinged through with seriousness – the hilarious declaration made by man that life is worth living.” ~ Sean O’Casey Along with a record heat wave in July 2022, many Irish Americans came “home” to visit Ireland for some much-needed craic. Among them, was Kevin White (Irish America Hall of Fame Inductee … [Read more...] about A Celebratory Family Trip Home
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Shannon The Heart of Ireland
Sharon Ní Chonchuir Fall 2022
One of the best places to experience Irish culture, history and stunning natural beauty, is the Shannon region, and it’s just a direct flight away from New York and Boston. The song says that it’s a long, long way from Clare to here – that’s likely to be true for most of you reading this. However, once you actually arrive in County Clare, you’ll find that you’re not a long … [Read more...] about Shannon The Heart of Ireland
The ‘Craic’ is Back in Ireland
IA Newsletter March 5, 2022
The term ‘craic’ is a uniquely Irish one. It means fun and enjoyment and good times had by all. After two long years, the ‘craic’ is truly back in Ireland. There is a buzz in towns and cities again, laughter in the streets, and music in the air. And what perfect timing as Spring begins to appear. Poet Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote, “Nothing is so beautiful as Spring – When … [Read more...] about The ‘Craic’ is Back in Ireland
CIE Tours Announces 2-For-1 Airfare Sale to Ireland and Britain
By IA Staff
IA Newsletter January 6, 2023
IA Newsletter January 6, 2023
One companion flies free when you book select guided vacations Starting January 3 through January 31, 2023, CIE Tours, the premier tour operator for vacations to Ireland and Britain, is offering a “2-for-1” airfare sale* on a wide variety of departures in 2023 from most U.S. gateways. Travelers purchasing their tour with air will receive one free airfare for their companion … [Read more...] about CIE Tours Announces 2-For-1 Airfare Sale to Ireland and Britain
CIE Tours 90th Anniversary 2-for-1 Sale
IA Staff
IA Newsletter January 1, 2022
IA Newsletter January 1, 2022
Looking forward to traveling and seeing Ireland in 2022? CIE Tours is celebrating their 90th anniversary and to celebrate they are offering travelers a 2-for-1 sale to travel on any date in 2022. CIE Tours has reached a milestone that few companies in the travel industry have achieved – 90 years of delivering unparalleled vacation experiences to Ireland, Britain and … [Read more...] about CIE Tours 90th Anniversary 2-for-1 Sale