Irish Halloween Traditions | Gifts of Fortune Telling
Samhain isn’t just about the Halloween traditions popular in North America. It’s the eve of the Celtic new year. The Irish traditionally believed a veil
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County Cork: Birthplace of Cillian Murphy
County Cork occupies a special place in the Irish heart. Known jokingly as a People’s Republic of Cork because of the fiercely distinct identity and
St. Brigid’s Legacy Around Ireland and Beyond
The Irish are only just back to work and school after the holidays, but we’re already looking forward to our next – and our newest
Christmas in Ireland
A trip to Ireland is the ultimate of Irish gifts for many, but if you can’t be here, we’ll try to bring a bit of
The Banshee Wail: Ireland’s Scariest Sound
It’s a bit of a mystery how an island beloved for having one of the friendliest cultures on earth is also the home of some
Ireland’s Second Saint Gets Her Day
While the world has celebrated St. Patrick’s Day for generations, our second patron saint has quietly played second fiddle. Irish school children have long been
Ireland’s Fantastic, Frightening Fairy Folk
Soon, hordes of small creatures will descend on neighborhoods around the world demanding treats and threatening tricks. Most of them will be adorable and their
Something in the Wind
Anyone who has been to the west of Ireland can attest to the power of the wind off the Atlantic. These days, many see it
Tips for Tourists in Ireland
Visiting Ireland can be the trip of a lifetime, especially if your family has roots here. It’s a chance to soak up the culture and
Tempted by Tipperary?
Thanks to a certain World War I era song, more people have heard of Tipperary than say Cavan or Laois. But aside from it being