If you want to explore some of the nooks and crannies of Ireland then how about a kayak tour? While I’d been in a kayak a few times, it had been several years — actually a lot of years! But it was something I wanted to do again. And I thought kayaking in Ireland on…
Overtourism can’t be found in most dictionaries save one —Collins. And Collins defines overtourism as: “The phenomenon of a popular destination or sight becoming overrun with tourists in an unsustainable way.” This is an issue. It’s a problem. I’ve seen it, first hand, in many places. And I’ve read other travel bloggers’ stories on this…
Glasha Farmhouse is a beautiful and elegant house located in northern County Waterford on the border with County Tipperary. And it’s definitely a special place with lovely rooms that are clean and of a good size. The bonus is a sensational host and yummy food. It’s in the middle of nowhere Well not quite,…
To travel by train or not to travel by train. That is the question. Okay. So I’m kinda stealing Shakespeare’s lines. But really it’s a great question. Should I travel by train on my trip to Europe? And the answer? It depends. And the next question: How do I navigate all the tickets, passes, timetables,…
While I don’t believe there are truly any off the beaten path places in world any more, I do still believe you can travel to less-visited and less touristed destinations — even in well-discovered Europe. All it takes is a little know how — and a sense of adventure. Let’s take a look at some…
Planning a trip to Europe can be daunting. I should know since this is what I do for my travel clients. But I want to offer up some basic advice to help you not get so overwhelmed by it all. These are basic tips to help you with the overall structure and flow of your…
