As Ireland's popularity as a travel destination reaches an all-time high, the lesser-known inland counties can provide a quieter and some would say, more authentic Irish holiday. Jill Fergus explores the heartland: the counties of Roscommon, Cavan, and Leitrim. I had experienced the nightlife of Dublin's Temple Bar area and the picture-perfect vistas of the Ring of Kerry and … [Read more...] about A Trip Through the Heartland with C.I.E.
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“Go for the Green”
By IA Staff
IA Newsletter March 4, 2023
IA Newsletter March 4, 2023
In celebration of Irish-American Heritage Month, CIE Tours, the premier tour operator for guided vacations to Ireland, Britain and beyond is offering a "Go for the Green" flight promotion with airfare starting at $499 when travelers book a guided vacation or a Classic Itinerary self-drive tour of Ireland. The limited time offer runs from March 1 through March 31, 2023, for … [Read more...] about “Go for the Green”
A Celebratory Family Trip Home
"Laughter is wine for the soul – laughter soft, or loud and deep, tinged through with seriousness – the hilarious declaration made by man that life is worth living.” ~ Sean O’Casey Along with a record heat wave in July 2022, many Irish Americans came “home” to visit Ireland for some much-needed craic. Among them, was Kevin White (Irish America Hall of Fame Inductee 2017) … [Read more...] about A Celebratory Family Trip Home
Shannon The Heart of Ireland
Sharon Ní Chonchuir Fall 2022
One of the best places to experience Irish culture, history and stunning natural beauty, is the Shannon region, and it’s just a direct flight away from New York and Boston.The song says that it’s a long, long way from Clare to here – that’s likely to be true for most of you reading this. However, once you actually arrive in County Clare, you’ll find that you’re not a long way … [Read more...] about Shannon The Heart of Ireland
The ‘Craic’ is Back in Ireland
IA Newsletter March 5, 2022
The term ‘craic’ is a uniquely Irish one. It means fun and enjoyment and good times had by all. After two long years, the ‘craic’ is truly back in Ireland. There is a buzz in towns and cities again, laughter in the streets, and music in the air. And what perfect timing as Spring begins to appear. Poet Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote, “Nothing is so beautiful as Spring – When … [Read more...] about The ‘Craic’ is Back in Ireland