Mama Loves Ireland

In this article, we share our favorite castles to visit in Ireland, what to expect in each and how to plan your visit. Ireland has a staggering amount of castles. Sources about how many there actually are vary, but as the saying goes, you can’t throw a stone in Ireland without hitting a street sign directing you to one castle or another, especially once in the countryside! However, not all castles are created equal. Some Irish castles are absolutely breathtaking: their grey walls dominate the surrounsing countryside and evokew tales of ancient battles, dramatic events and ghost stories. Others are a little more than a  pile of rubble in a…

All you need to know to plan a trip to Ireland in July. The best places to visit in July in Ireland, what to pack, what to book when and what to expect if planning a trip to Ireland in summer. July is the heart of summer in Ireland and a lovely time for visiting the Emerald Isle. The weather that had started improving in May is now at its best and summer is in full swing: this is a time for ice creams, days in the parks, hikes and even drinks in outdoor terraces! I know that this surprises many: Ireland is indeed more famous for bad weather and…

All you need to know to plan a trip to Ireland in January: what to expect from the weather, what to pack, the best things to do in January in Ireland. January is the heart of winter in Ireland. It is a dark and wet month, more suited to sitting in front of a fire with a cup of hot chocolate than sightseeing: however, this doesn’t mean visiting Ireland in January is a bad idea! While you will need to wrap up well and come to terms with rather short hours of daylight, January in Ireland also has some perks, ranging from smaller crowds to lower prices and pretty spectacular…