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This traditional Irish Brown Bread recipe (or as North Americans might call it, Irish Soda Bread) comes from the family kitchen of Ireland’s celebrated, Daytime Emmy-nominated chef and award-winning food writer, Catherine Fulvio of Ballyknocken Cookery School, Co. Wicklow. Passed down through generations, the recipe originated with her Catherine’s grandmother, was passed down to her […]
Category: Ireland
Catch the Craic (Fun!) in Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day
Every March, the world goes green and bursts into a joyful celebration for St. Patrick’s Day. But nowhere will you experience this annual tradition like in Dublin. Streets fill with music, laughter, and a shared excitement that welcomes visitors from every corner of the world. This isn’t just a parade, it’s a city wide celebration […]
On a Recent Trip to Ireland
Simon (Co-Owner of Across the Pond) and I returned about a month ago, from a trip to England and Ireland. (Ah, the hardships of selling travel to such beautiful destinations! 😉) In addition to business, we were able to enjoy these incredible countries with friends and colleagues, both old and new. What a privilege! Whenever […]
Why Halloween in Ireland Is the Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed
Halloween in the U.S. is all jack-o’-lanterns, mini candy bars, and apple bobbing. But did you know that Halloween actually started in Ireland? Long before spooky decorations filled the aisles of Target and Walmart, the ancient Celts celebrated Samhain (pronounced “SOW-in”)—a sacred festival marking the end of the harvest season and the start of the […]
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin, Ireland
Next year, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin, Ireland to see how the Irish honor their patron saint. (Hint: it doesn’t involve green beer!) A Week-Long Celebration One day just isn’t enough to celebrate this national holiday. In Dublin, the festivities will begin on Friday and last all week long! Every age will find activities […]
Britain and Ireland Winter Christmas Festivals
The holiday season is a wonderful time to vacation and to learn, first-hand, how other cultures and countries celebrate Christmas. Throughout Britain and Ireland, you’ll find holiday markets, winter festivals and Christmas events to get even the Grinchiest of us in the holiday spirit! From extravagant decorative displays to holiday themed events, there are activities […]
Weather & What to Wear in Britain & Ireland
We’re often asked about the weather and what to wear on a trip to England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and/or Ireland. Great Britain and Ireland have a reputation for clouds and rain, but it is a necessity to maintain the beautiful emerald landscape and gorgeous English gardens. As long as you travel prepared, you will […]
Unique Ireland Restaurants
While on your Ireland vacation, we suggest that you experience as much of the local cuisine as possible, and we have found some very unique restaurants for you to explore. The Blind Pig The Blind Pig is located in the heart of Dublin, Ireland. It is a hidden underground speakeasy named after the police who […]
Ireland with Kids: A Historic Family Adventure
When planning a family vacation, you don’t want just any trip – you want an adventurous, educational, cultural and fun experience your children will never forget. So why not take them on an Ireland family vacation where you can build memories to last a lifetime! The Land of the Horse What youngster isn’t thrilled about […]
Ireland – A Destination for Heritage and Culture
As St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaches, we would like to focus on Ireland as a Culture and Heritage travel destination. All over the world, people will join in St. Patrick’s Day festivities, whether they have roots to Ireland or just want to show their love for the Emerald Isle. In the United States, over 10% of […]