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83 Best Ireland Sightseeing Tips: Take a Virtual Tour!
Ireland sightseeing is one of the best ways to explore your Irish side. The good news is – travel is NOT required! (although it is highly recommended!)
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Irish Eyes are Smiling Lyrics: 5 Fun Reasons to Sing Along!
Irish Eyes are Smiling lyrics share a romanticized version one of the most romantic places on earth.
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15 Best St Patricks Day Jokes: Make it a Day to Remember!
Telling good St Patricks Day jokes can make the difference between a good St Paddy's Day and a great one!
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Hiking Croagh Patrick: A Guide to Ireland's Most Holy Climb
Hiking Croagh Patrick does not occur to every traveler - and yet we found it to be one of our favorite experiences of all!
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Best Irish Bread Pudding Recipe: Indulge Your Irish Side!
A wonderful variation on a classic dessert, our best Irish bread pudding recipe is inspired by the flavors of the Emerald Isle!
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The Galway Girl Lyrics: 5 Reasons to Love this Song!
Knowing The Galway Girl lyrics allows you to sing along with one of our favorite Irish songs!
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Bunratty Castle and Folk Park: 14 Best Things to Know and Do
Beautiful Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, with its 15th century attractions and beautifully kept grounds, is a must-see for any visitor to the Emerald Isle.
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12 Irish Dessert Recipes: Easy Treats With Irish Flavors
Learn the most popular Irish dessert recipes, some the tastiest of all Irish expressions!
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Authentic Dublin Coddle Recipe: Bursting With Irish Flavor!
An authentic Dublin Coddle recipe is a quintessentially Irish meal, named after a quintessentially Irish city!
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8 Funny Retirement Limericks: Not Older, Just Better!
Retirement limericks are the perfect way to send our victims ... er ... friends into their golden years. Here are a few lighthearted examples!
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Irish Wedding Dresses: Share Your Individual Irish Side!
Irish wedding dresses represent ancient, cherished celtic values and customs. Make your Irish wedding gown a lovely expression of your Irish side!
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Where is the Dingle Peninsula: 10 Fun Things to Know!
When you ask 'where is the Dingle peninsula,' be prepared to take a journey back in time. Possibly the 'most Irish' of any region on the Emerald Isle!
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20 Gaelic Name Meanings: Top Names to Share Their Irish Side
Irish Gaelic name meanings often have historical and mythological beginnings. Read on to learn more about this fascinating way to express your (child's) Irish side!
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Kilbrittain Castle: 13 Fun Facts About an Irish Icon
Kilbrittain Castle offers visitors many things to see and do. Learn how to bring the castles of Ireland into your life, wherever you are in the world!
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Irish Craic: It's Not What You Think It Is!
One of the most mysterious words around - Irish craic means many things, but at its core it means 'fun.'
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Kilkenny Castle: 10 Facts About an Amazing Irish Icon
A visit to Kilkenny Castle is another opportunity to travel back in time. A beautifully preserved 11th century structure.
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15 Meaningful Irish Symbols to Express Your Irish Side!
Irish Symbols are everywhere, from jewelry to tableware to body art. This page will give you ideas on how to use them!
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25 Irish Words and Phrases to Show Off Your Irish Side!
Here are few Irish words and phrases and a bit 'o slang to help you express your Irish side, wherever you are in the world!
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Funny Irish Names: This Free Game Will Get You Laughing!
Making up funny Irish names adds spirit to Irish-themed occasions such as birthdays, pub crawls, dinner parties, and wedding showers!
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Irish Trivia and Traditions: Fun Facts and Activities!
The more you know about Irish trivia and traditions, the easier it is to express your passion for Ireland!
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King John Castle: 15 Facts About an Iconic Irish Landmark
King John Castle offers the lucky visitor an image of 12th-century Ireland. One of the most beautifully preserved Norman castles in all of Europe!
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10 Fun St Patricks Day Party Ideas: Share Your Irish Side!
Finding the perfect St Patricks Day party ideas is the key to celebrating the most famous Irish holiday of all!
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50 Irish Slang Words and Phrases: Express Your Irish Side!
Have fun putting your knowledge of Irish slang words and phrases to the test! Learn our favorites, then download a free printable Irish slang word-match game!
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Clonmacnoise: 10 Reasons to Visit This Ireland Monastery
The Clonmacnoise monastic site is one of our top 10 sites to see. Built in the 6th century, its visitors have included monks, kings and even the Pope.
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Skellig Michael: Easily a Top 10 Site to See in Ireland!
Lovely Skellig Michael is beautiful, highly recognizable, and a key character in many ancient stories and legends.
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Rock of Cashel: 10 Secret Facts About an Iconic Landmark
The Rock of Cashel invokes so many stories and legends, it is hard to keep count. Putting it simply, it is one of the most captivating structures in Ireland.
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Knappogue Castle: 10 Facts About This Proud Irish Landmark
Knappogue Castle - difficult to pronounce, gorgeous to look upon! For more information about this lovely landmark in Ireland, read on!
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Irish Wedding Gift Ideas: Give the Gift of Irish Heritage!
Express your Irish side through unique and meaningful Irish wedding gift ideas! Read on for examples of wedding gifts with an Irish theme...
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Dunguaire Castle: A Stunning 16th Century Irish Castle!
Dunguaire Castle is a wonderful example of the magic of Ireland. Located on the water near a residential area, it is a reminder of the mystery of Ireland!
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Dromore Castle: Now In Ruin, But Still Amazing to See!
Dromore Castle, in County Limerick, is proof that old can be beautiful. Its many claims to fame include a role in a feature film!
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Clonmacnoise Castle: So Much More Than a Rock on a Hill
At first glance, Clonmacnoise Castle is not much to look at. But a closer look reveals how amazing this structure truly is.
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Carrickfergus Castle: Hard to Say, Amazing to Explore!
Carrickfergus Castle was built in the 1100s, and is one of the few Irish Castles that played an active military role well into the 29th century.
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Cahir Castle: An Amazing 12th Century Irish Fortress
Behold Cahir Castle - a beautiful and imposing 12th century castle. It was thought to be impregnable for nearly 400 years!
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Belfast Castle: A Icon Among the Castles of Ireland
A visit to Belfast Castle is an opportunity to travel back in time. Read on for information about this lovely 12 century landmark of Northern Ireland.
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Aughnanure Castle: Astounding Symbol of Ancient Ireland
Visitors to Galway can enjoy Aughnanure Castle, a lovely reminder of Irish history. Read on for interesting facts and a lovely castle image!
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15 Most Famous Limericks: Share Familiar Irish Humor!
Only the most famous limericks for this section... Here you will increase your knowledge of Irish sayings with a collection of short, witty Irish poems.
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Traditional Irish Clothing: 6 Ageless Irish Styles
Wearing traditional Irish clothing can be a very visible and creative way to express your Irish side, wherever you are in the world!
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Irish Song Lyrics: Sing Along to 10 Favorite Irish Songs
Irish song lyrics: Here are ten of our favorite 'singable' Irish songs. Learn the lyrics, see favorite performances and sing along!
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Short Irish Jokes: Not Only Hilarious, They Are ... Well... SHORT!
Why on earth would we write an entire section on short Irish jokes? Because they are hilarious, they show your Irish side, and you can remember 'em!
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How to Make Black Pudding: The Irish Way!
Knowing how to make black pudding the Irish way will put you in an elite group who REALLY know how to share their Irish side!
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42 Best Castles to See in Ireland: Pictures and Fun Facts
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 fun facts.
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Types of Irish Dances: Join in to Share your Irish Side!
Learning several types of Irish dances is an excellent - and healthy - way to express your individual Irish side!
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Irish Birthday Sayings: Irish Wit Gets the Party Started
A birthday party is the perfect time for Irish wit - and Irish birthday sayings deliver the goods!
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Trim Castle: 13 Facts About an Iconic Landmark in Ireland
Trim Castle in Eastern Ireland is famous in many ways. Read on to discover its secrets, and guess which famous Hollywood film featured this picturesque castle!
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15 Irish Baby Blessings: Irish Wishes at an Early Age!
Whether it's congratulating new parents or raising a glass at a baby shower, an Irish baby blessing is a wonderful way to express your Irish side (and theirs)!
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9 Funny Birthday Limericks: Birthdays + Limericks = Fun!
Adding a few funny birthday limericks to the celebration will make it even more fun and memorable. Here are some of our favorites!
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47 Short Irish Blessings: Share Your Love in Irish Words
Sharing short Irish blessings and toasts can brighten up any occasion. Learn to create wonderful memories while expressing your Irish side!
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St Patricks Day Trivia: 17 Facts About a Key Irish Holiday!
You can use St Patricks Day trivia to spice up your St Paddy's Day party, or just to know more fun stuff about Ireland!
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The Cliffs of Moher: 15 Fun Facts to Know When Visiting
The Cliffs of Moher are a must-see attraction, whether visiting Ireland or simply learning more about the amazing Emerald Isle.
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81 Best Ireland Sightseeing Tips: Take a Virtual Tour!
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Ireland sightseeing is one of the best ways to explore your Irish side. The good news is – travel is NOT required! (although it is highly recommended!) -
Irish Eyes are Smiling Lyrics: 5 Fun Reasons to Sing Along!
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Irish Eyes are Smiling lyrics share a romanticized version one of the most romantic places on earth. -
15 Best St Patricks Day Jokes: Make it a Day to Remember!
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Telling good St Patricks Day jokes can make the difference between a good St Paddy's Day and a great one! -
Hiking Croagh Patrick: A Guide to Ireland's Most Holy Climb
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Hiking Croagh Patrick does not occur to every traveler - and yet we found it to be one of our favorite experiences of all! -
Best Irish Bread Pudding Recipe: Indulge Your Irish Side!
Jul 30, 23 04:09 PM
A wonderful variation on a classic dessert, our best Irish bread pudding recipe is inspired by the flavors of the Emerald Isle! -
The Galway Girl Lyrics: 5 Reasons to Love this Song!
Jul 17, 23 01:01 PM
Knowing The Galway Girl lyrics allows you to sing along with one of our favorite Irish songs!