Traveling With Kids by Wanderlust and Lipstick

Traveling with kids is a hot topic.  Don’t believe me?  The ladies behind Wanderlust and Lipstick, the “go-to” womens’ travel site, recently released Wanderlust and Lipstick: Traveling with Kids, a book filled with tips on safety, affordable travel, what to take and what to leave and even the importance of technology while you’re on the [...]

Go Where Ireland Takes You

Ireland is one of the Top 5 Bargain Destinations this summer but why pay for the trip if you can win it?
The Go Where Ireland Takes You contest includes round trip airfare to Dublin, one night at Clontarf Castle, one night at Ballyseese Castle, four nights in B&Bs and a seven day car rental.  Prize [...]

Epcot World Showcase: Travel the World

Much of my “free time” during my culinary tour of Disney World was spent wandering through the World Showcase at Epcot®.  I was trying to make myself feel better about not going to Ireland this year.  While I don’t have a large amount of tips I do have some photos I really want to share.
The [...]

Win a Trip to Ireland

It’s my favorite place on the planet…  So you know I entered this contest.  Promoted by Barnes & Noble and sponsored by Tourism Ireland the grand prize includes: Roundtrip airfare for 2 to Ireland, 5 nights accommodation, and car-hire for 6 days.
One entry per person.  Click here to enter.
Contest ends May 31, 2010.  Rules are [...]

Have You Considered Holiday Insurance?

There was a time before I was married that I was convinced I was bad luck.  Or rather, my planning anything was bad luck.  Like the time I bought my first house and planned a house warming party- my brother’s girlfriend died.  Or the time I planned a weekend canoeing trip with girlfriends- my friend’s [...]

Tips for Traveling Through Ireland with Kids

I am thrilled to share my Top 5 Tips for Traveling Through Ireland With Kids over at Travel Mamas today!  If your dream is to tour Ireland with kids it’s a great list to begin with.
Then come back here to find things to do in Ireland with kids!

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day This Year

Next week is spring break so the girls and I (along with a few other girls) are heading to Kansas City to celebrate the big day.  We’ll get a great Irish Breakfast at Raglan Road Irish Pub, take their shuttle to the parade, come back for live music and spend a bit of time at [...]

A Little Help from My Friends- Please

Earlier this week I told you about a contest.  It was a photo contest and required a bit of work.  Well, my entry was included in the finals- along with 50 others.  So, I have a one-in-51 chance of winning this trip.  It’s a week long stay at a Tuscan resort.  Oh, yes, I want [...]

Why You Should Talk to Strangers When You Travel

When I am asked for travel tips one of the first to come out of my mouth is: Talk to strangers!  It goes against practically every grain in my body to do so as I am an introvert by nature; luckily I have been blessed with a husband who can talk to and find common [...]

5 Fun Things to Do in Ireland With Kids

Ireland is, hands down, my favorite place in the world.  While I plan our return to her shores I asked Leigh Maher, owner of the online Celtic jewelry store: Irish Celtic Jewels, to share his top 5 kid-friendly tips. On his blog, he shares tips and information about all things Irish, including jewelry, weddings and [...]

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