Planning a vacation to England Ireland Scotland? you can’t go wrong with this epic itinerary that includes some of the most popular sites in each of these these three fabulous European countries! The original plan: visit the Republic of Ireland. As I puzzled over maps I noted that at their nearest points Scotland and Ireland …
50 plus Famous Landmarks in Germany you NEED to see NOW (with maps and photos!)
Landmarks are recognizable features of the landscape, some carved out by nature, some man made. Landmarks are often popular tourist attractions that make great travel destinations and deserve a spot on our “must see” travel wish lists. So, if you’re looking for some of the best places to visit on your next trip to Germany …
22 Amazing Slea Head Drive / Dingle Peninsula Stops (with photos)
Friends, those images that you conjure up in your head of quintessential Ireland can be found right here on the Dingle Peninsula (Corca Dhuibhne)! Rolling emerald green hills are interspersed with sandy beaches, ancient monuments and ruins, stunning views, and a seemingly never ending coastline of water that’s too blue to be true continuously crashing …
The best way to see the majestic sea turtles in Akumal Bay, snorkeling Akumal!
When I heard you could swim with the majestic and oh so adorable sea turtles at Akumal Bay, I knew I had to add it to my itinerary! When I began doing my research on the best way to see the sea turtles at Akumal Bay, I ran into some confusion as to the best …
Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein castles made simple: everything you need to know to plan your trip
A pair of stunning castles, Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein, are conveniently located just a stone’s throw from each other. Hohenschwangau Castle was a childhood family retreat of the most tragic of characters, King Ludwig II. Neuschwanstein Castle was his own personal masterpiece. Romanticism, fantasy, tragedy, betrayal, and mystery all come to life on these two castle …
How to see Skellig Michael Island, everything you need to know (landing tour)
Skellig Michael is a rugged island in the Atlantic ocean, just off the Kerry Peninsula in Ireland. A monk colony lived here over 1,000 years ago, and resided here for more than 500 years at St Fionan’s monastery. Skellig Michael is one of only two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Republic of Ireland. Planning …
Loch Ness boat tour, Scotland: hunting Nessie!
Loch Ness…is it kitschy? maybe, is it touristy? yes. Did I REALLY want to add this to my Scotland trip? also yes!!!! If you’re like me, you’ve watched a few documentaries about Nessie, at some point in time. I do love a good mystery, and legends about monsters pique my interest too. Many people don’t …
How to see The Black Valley Ireland: (with photos! and maps!)
The Black Valley is one of the finest examples of what draws us to the Emerald Isle. Ireland is lush, it is green, its landscapes are heavenly, the things that dreams are made of, it is God’s country. There is no place on earth that is more heavenly than the Black Valley, located in County …
Stunning Wasserauen Ebenalp Switzerland: how to see it! (with photos!)
The first time I saw a photo of Berggasthaus Aescher, a hotel built into the rock face of a mountain in the Swiss Alps I knew I had to go. Berggasthaus, one of the most unique hotels in Switzerland, sits atop Mountain Ebenalp, a small, somewhat unassuming yet stunningly beautiful mountain in the Appenzell region. …
Ballintotis Castle accommodations; one of the best secret escapes Ireland!
Have you ever wanted to stay in a castle in Ireland? Are kings, queens, knights, and dragons the stuff your dreams are made of? Wondering “where in Ireland can I stay in a castle?” At Ballintotis Castle in Castlemartyr you can indeed stay in a castle in Ireland cheap! Step back in time in this …