Category Archives: Ireland

From pubs and history in Dublin’s fair city to the natural beauty of the West Coast, Ireland is a place worth exploring (and enjoying!) from top to bottom. Beware: It’s not cheap!

Last Day in Ireland: The Cliffs of Moher

Posted on August 5, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

Recap: Our last day in Ireland! Continue reading →

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West Coast Represent!

Posted on August 3, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

Day 3 in Ireland: fun on the West coast in Clifden, Connemara!
Review: Gannon’s B&B Continue reading →

Posted in A Place to Lay Your Head, European Excursions, Ireland, Vacations & Leisure | Tagged Bus Eireann, Clifden, Connemara, europe, Galway, Gannon's B&B, Ireland, Irish Rail, Pictures, Sightseeing, The Emerald Isle, The Traveling Scholar, Traveling | 1 Comment

In Dublin’s Fair City…

Posted on August 2, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

So much fun in Dublin despite our mishaps!
Reviews: Farrington’s B&B, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, Guinness Storehouse, The Purty Kitchen Continue reading →

Posted in A Place to Lay Your Head, Art & Culture, Eats & Drinks, European Excursions, Ireland, Travel, Vacations & Leisure | Tagged Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Dublin Castle, europe, Guinness Storehouse, Ireland, Ireland Photos, Sightseeing, St. Patrick's Cathedral, The Purty Kitchen, The Traveling Scholar, Travel | 2 Comments

The Glamorous Life of…

Posted on July 31, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

S. & I are soooo glamorous. Another night in a five-star hotel! Continue reading →

Posted in A Place to Lay Your Head, Ireland | Tagged Airport, Airport Sleeping, budget, Cork International, europe, Ireland, The Traveling Scholar, Traveling | 1 Comment

The Emerald Isle

Posted on July 31, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

Ireland in photos — loving this place! Continue reading →

Posted in Ireland, Travel, Vacations & Leisure | Tagged budget, Connemara, Dublin, europe, Family, Galway, Ireland, Ireland Photos, Sightseeing, student, The Traveling Scholar, Travel | 1 Comment

Aer Lingus…

Posted on July 28, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

Ugggh. Worst flight ever! Continue reading →

Posted in Ireland, Up, Up & Away!, Vacations & Leisure | Tagged Aer Lingus, Airlines, Dublin, europe, Flight, Flights, Ireland, Sightseeing, The Traveling Scholar, Travel | 2 Comments

Planning for Ireland

Posted on June 26, 2010 by ShannonElizabeth

Planning for Ireland & am officially confused. Continue reading →

Posted in European Excursions, Ireland, Planning, Packing & Moving | Tagged Aran Islands, Blarney, Cashel, Cliffs of Moher, Dublin, europe, Eurotrip, Family, Galway, Ireland, Ireland Sightseeing, Kilkenny, Shannon, Sightseeing, Tipperary, Travel | Leave a comment