Travel Tips for the Green Isle
Planning a trip to Ireland? Check out our collection of first-hand travel reviews and recommendations, submitted by fellow travelers from around the world.
- Irish Pottery-Making: History and DescriptionThe people of Ireland have been making pottery for at least 6,000 years. Mechanization has taken care of the need for everyday objects, but the demand for fine art pottery continues, allowing the Irish to continue this tradition.
- A Guide to Modern Films from IrelandHollywood attracts a lot of attention when it comes to movies, but the Irish seem to have a lock on exceptional comedies. Their dramas tend to focus on the IRA, with mixed results. Here are a few examples of each type of film, and what makes it unique.
Ireland's Famous Lands and LegendsWhen we think of Ireland, words such as "St. Patrick," "leprechauns," and "Blarney Stone" readily come to mind. Why are they so famous in the course of Ireland's ancient history, and how did they come to be a staple of the country's tourism?- Irish Chef and Restauranteur Gerri GillilandOwner of the famous Santa Monica pub Finn McCool's, it was orioginally her father's bar in Newry, Co Down, which she has shipped over to the USA
- How the Irish Saved Civilization: A ReviewA 1000 word review and analysis of Thomas Cahill's notable work, which examines the role the Irish played in preserving Western literature and culture after the fall of Rome.
- Lots of Fun in Dublin, IrelandWhether it is your very first visit, or your fiftieth one, you can never get bored in Dublin, Ireland.
- West Belfast, Northern Ireland: The Peace Wall and the MuralsThis is a look at some of the murals on the Falls Road and Shankill Road in West Belfast, Northern Ireland after a trip that I took in May 2004. The images are truly unforgettable and help to literally paint a picture of life in West Belfast.