As Ireland's popularity as a travel destination reaches an all-time high, the lesser-known inland counties can provide a quieter and some would say, more authentic Irish holiday. Jill Fergus explores the heartland: the counties of Roscommon, Cavan, and Leitrim. I had experienced the nightlife of Dublin's Temple Bar area and the picture-perfect vistas of the Ring of Kerry and … [Read more...] about A Trip Through the Heartland
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Knocknarae: A Hitchhiker’s Guide
Story and photos by Aidan Ryan
I had only one day for Knocknarae, and it was the worst day. In Sligo to study at the W.B. Yeats International Summer School, I had decided to take my only free Saturday to climb Knocknarae, one of the two smooth limestone sides of the town’s weather-catching bowl, the other being Ben Bulben, both eulogized at one time or another by the town’s (and the island’s) most famous … [Read more...] about Knocknarae: A Hitchhiker’s Guide
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
Ireland is Back
Following its successful vaccine rollout, the Irish government’s plan is to end most COVID-19 restrictions
by the end of October.
By Deaglán de Bréadún
September 25, 2021 Newsletter
September 25, 2021 Newsletter
Seeing the word “final” in print or online can have different effects on the reader. Irish people are often reminded of the “All-Ireland Final” and it’s great to think about those big sporting events featuring Gaelic football and hurling. For others, however, “final” might awake memories of receiving a “final notice” demanding payment of some half-forgotten bill.
As I … [Read more...] about Ireland is Back
Following its successful vaccine rollout, the Irish government’s plan is to end most COVID-19 restrictions
by the end of October.