Your cruise is booked and now you are thinking about the specifics such as your flights and excursions. You keep reading that many people recommend that you arrive to your port city the day before your cruise. Why? Let’s face it – you want to have the best vacation possible. One way to do this is to… Read More
You decided on an itinerary, a cruise line, and a cruise ship and all that is left is choosing a cabin. How do you pick from the many categories available? All cruise lines are different and so are cabins. One inside cabin may be teeny tiny while another may be quite large. Take the time… Read More
One of the most frequently asked questions I receive is whether it makes sense to book in advance or wait until the last minute. Of course, there are exceptions to every rule, but in the world of cruising I would most definitely book in advance to get the best rates possible. Same holds true for… Read More
Ok, that may be a little misleading since I don’t actually own an Irish castle, but in my dreams I do. The truth is that there are so many castles in Ireland so why can’t I have one? I’m not sure if it is the building itself or the childhood fantasy I wish to fulfill,… Read More
When we planned our trip to Ireland, visiting the Cliffs of Moher was high on our must see list. Here’s some information on the Cliffs of Moher: Cliffs of Moher: The Cliffs of Moher (Irish: Aillte an Mhothair, lit. cliffs of the ruin, also known as theCliffs of Mohair) are located in the parish of… Read More
We all have our must have travel accessories that make our lives easier when on vacation. Here are just a few of mine that you can find from most online retailers like eBags.com, Target.com, Amazon.com or any big box store. 1. Toiletry Kit I opted for a pack flat toiletry kit and this one is… Read More
A Cruise or an All-Inclusive Resort? You Decide You decide it’s time to take a vacation and you have finally narrowed it down to either a cruise or an all-inclusive resort. But how do you decide between the two? Both include accommodations, food, entertainment, and activities (although some cost extra), but there are differences between the… Read More
Although I like independent sightseeing, we did decide to try a one-day tour while in Ireland. We left our B&B in Cobh, parked our car at the train station, and took the 1/2 hour ride to Cork. I should mention that we were late arriving to the train because we couldn’t figure out how to… Read More
I love taking pictures and not just when I am on vacation and as you have already seen, almost anything is fair game. Anyone who knows me knows that I love taking pictures of dogs and flowers and so I present to you a small selection of the flora and fauna of Ireland. Deciding what… Read More
It’s not like I’m out there looking for weird or unusual things when I travel, but inevitably I happen to see something that catches my eye and I just have to share it. This was true for finding a bit of the unusual in Ireland. For example, take a look at this first picture. You… Read More
