Travel & Tourism in Ireland
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Healthy and active vacations are very much the focus for visitors to Ireland these days.
Walking/cycling trails abound for those energetic souls who want to get out and go, but there are also options for the traveler... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
It’s April at last, after a seemingly endless winter, and Ireland is exploding with spring color. Daffodils have popped up everywhere, fields are turning the delicious 40 shades of green, and gardens and hedgerows are... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Mulranny Park Hotel, in Mulranny, Co. Mayo, recently opened for the 2015 season and is celebrating its 10th birthday this year with many offers and specials. Photo by Judy Enright
It’s March and, as our... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Do you ever look at the stamps on your mail? The US Postal Service offers many different and interesting stamps that feature a variety of seasonal designs, sports, flowers, history, holidays, and more.
Ireland’s post... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
It’s well worth a trip up to Rossnowlagh in Co. Donegal to spend some time at the beautiful Sandhouse Hotel and Marine Spa on the Wild Atlantic Way and explore the area.
My Dad used to say, “If it was supposed to be fun... Read more
Ashford Castle in Cong, Co Mayo, was acquired in 2013 by the Red Carnation Hotel group and a three-phase project is underway to restore and enhance the property.
BY JUDY ENRIGHT
SPECIAL TO THE BIR
Have you always wanted to be a prince or princess? If not... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Yvonne’s Cottage is a fun (and delicious) place to stop for a bite to eat in Rosturk Co. Mayo.
Ireland is ever changing. If you doubt that statement, just have a meal almost anywhere in the Emerald Isle and you will be... Read more
By JUDY ENRIGHT
Ewe being judged at the Achill Sheep Show in Co. Mayo. Judy Enright photos
October is such a lovely month in New England; it’s also a lovely month in Ireland.
There’s not much brilliant foliage on the Emerald Isle, and it can be a bit... Read more
By Judy Enright
There was a very large billboard in Carna, Co. Galway, this spring celebrating Boston’s Irish Mayor Marty Walsh. The Connemara area will be thrilled to have him visit this autumn.
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh has already taken Connemara by... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Every year, the Irish Tourist Board chooses a special theme to promote the many plusses of this stunning country. One year, the focus was on spas, spa treatments, and places that offered spa packages. Last year it was “... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Ireland has changed a lot in the past 30 years. Much of that change is probably thanks to – or the fault of – the internet, depending on your perspective. But, changes can also be credited to the country’s many visitors... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Ireland has changed a lot in the past 30 years. Much of that change is probably thanks to – or the fault of – the internet, depending on your perspective. But, changes can also be credited to the country’s many visitors... Read more
BY JUDY ENRIGHT
SPECIAL TO THE BIR
Temple House in Ballymote, Co. Sligo, has been in the same family since 1665 and welcomes visitors to experience life in an elegant Irish estate.
Shouldn’t your vacation in Ireland be a complete escape from everyday life... Read more
Renvyle House Hotel in Connemara.
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
Elegant but comfortable, formal but relaxed, a place for the famous but also for the average Joe (and Joanne) – lovely Renvyle House Hotel in Connemara is all these things and more.
Even... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
There are so many fun and interesting ways to travel to and around the Emerald Isle. Depending on your interests, you can book a regular coach tour and visit many fascinating sites across the land, participate in... Read more
BY JUDY ENRIGHT
SPECIAL TO THE BIR
The headlines and focus for the month of March belong to Ireland’s patron saint and the many festivities that will be held in his honor here and in Ireland. Head for Dublin and you can enjoy the annual St. Patrick’s... Read more
BY JUDY ENRIGHT
SPECIAL TO THE BIR
Going green doesn’t necessarily mean going to the Emerald Isle but it could.
There is much focus in Ireland today on visitors enjoying their stay without adding to the carbon footprint. Where bus tours and car travel... Read more
Fishing boats docked in colorful Killybegs Harbor in Co. Donegal.BY JUDY ENRIGHT
SPECIAL TO THE BIR
A new year has dawned, bringing with it the potential for many new adventures for us all – hopefully they’ll be pleasant, fun, and memorable adventures. We... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
It would probably be fair to call me a stalker – in the nicest sense of the word, of course.
This feral goat is currently in captivity being treated for injuries. Doesn't he look like he's smiling?
For at least a decade... Read more
By Judy Enright
Special to the BIR
We all know change is inevitable but in few places is change more evident than in Ireland. Attractions, accommodation, and eateries you visit and enjoy one year, could very well be gone by the next. But there are some “... Read more
