Weather is always a fair topic in Ireland. Even when the weather itself isn’t.
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Category: Ireland
I Aten’t Dead!
Despite the best efforts of academia, my irreverence is still lurking.
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Summer in Ireland: Places to Visit in West Cork
Every once in a while, Ireland has a summer. You’d think it would be a rather regular occurrence, but I assure you it is not.
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Fota House & Gardens: Summer is Here!
Summer has finally arrived! I should probably *knock wood* when I say that, but I’m still basking in the glow of a glorious, sunny Ireland.
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Alien Invasion (aka, St. Paddy’s Day)
“What happens in Ireworld on St Paddy’s day, sis?” my brother asked innocently.
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An Irish Christmas Miracle
When what to my wondering eyes did appear, but an An Post carrier in sprightly green gear!
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Do you even Ireland, bro?
I made a comment on Facebook. People replied, suggesting I know nothing about Ireland.
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Travel: the Best Thing is also the Worst Thing
People can turn a travel nightmare into a hilarious adventure, and a quiet cup of tea into a golden memory you cherish for the rest of your days.
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State of the Blog: Mastering an Irish university
Perhaps you’ve noticed the sound of crickets around the blog. Here’s why.
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What to do in Winter?
With cold descending upon the northern hemisphere, what travel madcappery can one get up to? Hmm, what to do in winter?
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Dolphin Magic in West Cork
West Cork, Ireland, is always beautiful, but dolphins definitely add to the magic.
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Fun photo essay: a visit to Elizabeth Fort
Getting a peek into one of the best preserved star forts in Ireland: Elizabeth Fort
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Photo Essay: St. Patrick’s Day in Cork
Some snaps of the local St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Cork, Ireland.
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Romancing the Stones of Charles Fort
Charles Fort in Co. Cork, Ireland: historical, brooding, flirtatious, and …romantic.
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Ireland: Signs of Spring
It’s still cold, but there are signs of spring beginning to show in Ireland!
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Irish Christmas
My first proper Irish Christmas – packed to the gills with deliciousness!
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Chip Butties and Other Naughty Bits
A visit to Youghal reveals tiny Vikings, the miracle of birth, bastard half brothers of the king, and tasty treats. Among other things.
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The River Wild-lee (the River Lee!)
Despite flowing through the heart of Ireland’s second biggest city, the River Lee is full of wildlife – even whales!
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