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Irish Proverbs: Words of Wisdom From the Emerald Isle!
Reflecting Irish wisdom, Irish proverbs are some of the most personal forms of Irish expression. Hear our favorites and make them your own.
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Limerick Poems: Enjoy Endless Hours of Rhyming Irish Entertainment!
Limerick poems offer many opportunities to express your Irish side in entertaining ways! Learn to create a limerick and see many fun examples.
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Famous Irish Landmarks: Beyond the Castles
There are many famous Irish landmarks that have nothing to do with castles! From quaint villages to majestic landscapes, we share our list of favorites.
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Best Castles to See in Ireland: Pictures and Things to Know
Did you know the actual number of castles to see in Ireland is more than 3000?! Here are 42 of our favorites, with pictures and interesting things to know.
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Irish Trivia and Traditions: Fun Customs for Sharing Your Irish Side!
Irish trivia and traditions make it easy to express your passion for Ireland! Read on for Irish customs like holidays, weddings, birthdays and more!
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Easy Irish Food Recipes: Feed Your Irish Side!
Enjoying Irish food recipes is one of the easiest - and most delicious - ways to express your Irish side! Read on for simple, mouth-watering recipes!
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Best Ireland Sightseeing Tips: Take a Virtual Tour!
Ireland sightseeing is one of the best ways to explore your Irish side. Check out the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, Giant's Causeway, Newgrange and more!
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Use Meaningful Irish Symbols to Express Your Irish Side!
Irish Symbols are everywhere. Read on to see the Celtic Knot, Celtic Cross, Claddagh, Harp, Shamrock, the Tree of Life, the Triskelion and more!
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Irish Song Lyrics: Sing Along to 10 Favorite Irish Songs
Here are Irish song lyrics to 10 of the most iconic Irish folk songs. Learn the lyrics, see our favorite performances and sing along to express your Irish side!
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Famous Irish Sayings: Proverbs, Blessings, Quotes and More!
Here you will find 7 types of famous Irish sayings, including Irish proverbs, Irish blessings, Irish jokes, Irish limericks and Irish slang.
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Back to Ireland
Hi everybody! I'm excited to share that I will be visiting Ireland for the 13th time next month with my fourth (and final) son in tow! See my 'about' page for why that matters :-).
While we are there, I will be making my second attempt to scale Croagh Patrick. The first ended in exhaustion halfway up (my third son reached the summit and rarely misses the chance to remind me! :-)
Thousands of hikers make the pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick each year, many of them barefoot (yes, you read that correctly). For more information on this uniquely Irish tradition, visit my previous article on the topic below.
Choosing an Irish Name: Express Their Irish Side From Day One!
Choosing an Irish name doesn't need to be difficult - they are all around us! Read on for some of our favorite Irish names and their meanings.
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Dublin Ireland Travel Tips: The Origins of Many Irish Traditions!
Our virtual tour of the Emerald Isle continues with Dublin Ireland travel tips! Read on for exciting things to see and do in Dublin's fair city.
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Dunasead Castle Travel Tips: Exploring a 17th Century Irish Fortress
Our virtual tour of Irish Castles continues with Dunasead Castle travel tips. Read on for tips and fun facts about this "Fort of the Jewels."
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Irish Origins of Halloween: A Spooky Way to Express Your Irish Side!
Understanding the Irish origins of Halloween gives us a deeper awareness of Irish culture. Use these stories and traditions to express your personal Irish side!
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Jerpoint Abbey Travel Tips: Things to Know About a Historic Irish Site
Our Jerpoint Abbey travel tips will enrich your visit to this lovely Irish landmark. Read on and enjoy a virtual tour!
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Cork Ireland Travel Tips: Where Many Irish Expressions Come to Life!
These Cork Ireland travel tips come from my own personal experience in the Rebel City. Historic sites, great shopping, good food and more
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Glenarm Castle Travel Tips: Key Facts About a Northern Ireland Icon
Learning some Glenarm Castle travel tips offers the visitor a peek back in time. Read on for fun facts and information about this lovely Irish landmark!!
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Parkes Castle Travel Tips: Key Things to Know About an Irish Landmark
Parkes Castle travel tips offer yet another opportunity to look back in time. Actual travel is recommended but not required! Read on for fun facts and images..
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Irish Baby Gift Ideas: Never Too Young to Share Your Irish Side!
Sharing Irish baby gift ideas is a time-tested method of expressing your Irish side! Read on to find exciting gift ideas with an Irish theme.
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St Patricks Day Trivia: Fun Facts For the Most Popular Irish Holiday!
You can use St Patricks Day trivia to spice up your St Paddy's Day party, or just impress your friends with how much you about the Emerald Isle!
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Galway Activities and Travel Tips: Enjoy This Amazing Irish City!
To review Galway activities and travel tips is to learn about one of the country's fastest growing cities. Read on to find places of interest and things to do!
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Ireland Golf Vacation Ideas: Want a Life-Changing Golf Experience?
Ireland golf vacation ideas are on the 'bucket lists' of many of the world's most avid golfers. Here are some famous Irish courses, tips and vacation ideas.
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Portumna Castle Travel Tips: Fun Facts About a Lovely Irish Landmark
Our Portumna Castle travel tips begin with this: Elegant Portumna Castle is a wonderful photo opportunity and a monument to time gone by. Learn more here!
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Clifden Castle Travel Tips: Many Secrets to Ireland's Magical History
Our Clifden Castle travel tips begin with this: is only accessible by foot - making your visit even more rewarding!
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