My daughter and I recently visit Ireland. We had hopes of staying at a few of the Airbnb’s on this list, but they were already booked, or not in the area’s we were visiting. Our next trip we are determined to book at least one of these. Each appeal for different reasons, and all offer an experience unlike a regular Hotel stay. We are still struggling to narrow down our options, and as I love them all, I was inspired to share. Have a look but don’t blame me if they spark a desire to book your own trip! THE GUARDIAN ($113CAD per night) This entire Cottage is yours to…
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How you can save enough to visit your dream destination in 1 year (or less!)
Do you have a place you always dreamed of visiting, but lack of funds is holding you back? No matter your choice of destination, I am going to show how you can save enough in the next year (or less) and take that trip sooner than you ever thought possible. Set up a Travel Fund First things first, if you do not already have a specific account to save for travel, it’s time to get one. Make this an account that is not easily accessible so you won’t be able to dip in and spend that money on something you don’t need. (i.e. another pair of shoes, or that…
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From one end of a rainbow: Our visit to Dingle in photos
We woke up to nice weather and a gorgeous rainbow. It was the perfect day for a Dingle Dolphin Boat Tour. With the luck of the Irish, we found Fungie! We explored the streets, and made a few new friends… “There are no strangers here; Only friends you haven’t met.” (William Butler Yeats) We stopped to enjoy some sugar and sunshine… And we wandered a little more… We came across a most peculiar sight; A man with his dogs and his donkey, playing a tune on his flute. And after stopping at Murphy’s for some local, hand made…
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What to expect when staying at Ashford Castle
This incredible Castle dates all the way back to 1228 and is situated in the County of Mayo, Ireland. Formerly owned by the Guiness family for over 100 years, Ashford Castle was recently acquired by the family owned Red Carnation Hotel collection. After a $75 million dollar renovation, this Castle has now become the ultimate destination for a getaway with kids in tow. Every nook and cranny has been restored with care (and there are many!) The Castle rooms are clean, comfortable, and fit for any little Prince or Princess. This is not a cold and drafty Castle. This place is warm, comfortable and welcoming. The amenities are…
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10 fun things to do in Niagara Falls with Kids
I have lived less than an hours drive from Niagara Falls my entire life. I can proudly say that I have visited an absurd amount of times. For those of you who aren’t familiar, Niagara Falls is a Canadian city in the province of Ontario. It is known for it’s horseshoe shaped falls that have the same name as the city they are housed in. They are linked with the U.S. by the Rainbow Bridge, and I must say that they are pretty spectacular! There are many things to see and do in Niagara Falls, and it honestly is a place that has something for everyone to enjoy. Here are 10…
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A few “To do’s” in Northern Ireland
The first time I booked a trip to Northern Ireland was because my brother had moved there and (don’t tell him) I missed him. I was met with many comment’s from concerned friends that maybe taking my daughter to Northern Ireland wasn’t the safest thing to do. I am not going to lie and say that Ireland does not still have it’s fair share of divided people and opinions. It most certainly does. You can visibly see neighborhoods supporting their political views by the flags they hang in their windows and on city streets. In the North you will mainly see the Union flag which is generally considered to mean…
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Raise your hands if you have no idea what you are doing in life but want to travel!
The above statement describes my life to a tee. I have no idea what I am doing with my life… I just know I want to travel. (My hands are WAY up!) I do not have a ‘career’. I do not have a degree, or even some sort of talent I can capitalize on. I scrimp and save and generally make many sacrifices so I am able to get on a plane and explore other parts of this world. I am inspired by the bloggers who quit their jobs to travel full-time, but I am not (yet) in a position to do that. I am sure that there are many…
