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    Dublin,  Ireland with kids

    Playgrounds in Dublin your kids will love

    March 6, 2020 /

    Our selection of the best playgrounds in Dublin: outdoor and indoor playgrounds in Dublin chosen by our kids

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    Glendalough monastic site in winter

    What to pack for Ireland in November: complete packing list to stay comfortable and stylish

    November 30, 2019
    Russborogugh house front view

    Russborough House: all you need to know for visiting (and why we think you’ll love it!)

    March 14, 2020

    Easy and delicious sheet pan trout recipe

    May 5, 2020
  • Dublin,  Ireland with kids

    Dublinia: our review of one of the best family attractions in Dublin

    March 5, 2020 /

    Our review of Dublinia, the Dublin's Viking and Medieval History Museum. Find out what to expect and why we think this is one of the best things to do in Dublin with kids, whether you are local or visitor to Dublin Fair City.

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    Dunquin Pier on Dingle Peninsula in Ireland

    Visiting the Dingle Peninsula: all you need to know to plan a trip to this stunning corner of Ireland

    November 18, 2021
    halloween home decorations on porch

    5 easy way to store Halloween decorations

    September 23, 2025

    Irish-style oatmeal bar recipe: the delicious Irish flapjack

    March 25, 2020
  • glendalough on a cold day
    Packing for Ireland

    What to pack for Ireland in February: complete packing list for winter in Ireland

    February 28, 2020 /

    What to pack for Ireland in February: full packing list, travel essentials and what to wear in Ireland in February to stay warm and stylish during the Irish winter

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    Killiney walk in Ireland in April with sea views

    What to pack for Ireland in April 2022: complete packing list

    April 2, 2020

    How to throw an Irish tea party at home

    April 20, 2020
    Trinity College Dublin

    The best time to visit Dublin: a month by month overview of the weather in the city

    May 23, 2025
  • Travel Tips

    7 days in Ireland: fantastic itinerary ideas to see the best of Ireland in a week [2024 update]

    February 20, 2020 /

    Tried and tested itineraries for 7 days in Ireland, by a local! Find insider tips and recommended itineraries for one week in the Emerald Isle.  If you are planning a one week trip to Ireland let me tell you: you are in for a real treat! 7 days may not seem much for a country as rich in culture and experiences as Ireland however, you might be surprised to discover how much you can see here even with just one week on Ireland’s green shores.  Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher and even the Ring of Kerry are all within a manageable distance and why you will have to prioritize what…

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    10 days in Ireland with kids: the Irish Road Trip Itinerary You’ll love on your first visit

    July 13, 2024

    Dublin Bay Boat Tours: a fun and unusual way to see Dublin from the water

    March 14, 2020

    Glenroe Farm: open farm and playground for a great family day out

    May 13, 2020
  • cliffs of Moher Ireland winter
    Packing for Ireland

    What to pack for Ireland in January: complete packing list for comfort and style

    January 30, 2020 /

    What to pack for Ireland in January: full packing list, travel essentials and what to wear in Ireland in January to stay warm and stylish during the Irish winter

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    Birr Castle in the fall

    Visiting Birr Castle: why and how you will love its unique Irish Castle

    May 3, 2020
    halloween home decorations on porch

    5 easy way to store Halloween decorations

    September 23, 2025
    mountain path in Connemara with water and mountain in the background

    Ireland in April: all you need to know to plan your trip

    April 2, 2020
  • Dunquin Pier on Dingle Peninsula in Ireland
    Travel Tips

    How to plan a trip to Ireland

    January 27, 2020 /

    Practical tips for planning a trip to Ireland: best time to visit, required document, how long to stay, essential travel tips to help you plan your Ireland vacation.

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    Ashord castle hotel Ireland

    Fantastic family hotels in Ireland you and your kids will love

    December 9, 2019

    Malahide Castle with kids: all you need to know to visit this stunning estate

    May 13, 2020

    7 warming soups for winter you’ll love: recipes ideas to try at home!

    January 10, 2025
  • Travel Tips

    Recommended Ireland itineraries

    January 18, 2020 /

    Tried and tested recommended Ireland itineraries for all types of travelers. Whether you have 4 days, 7 days or 10 days in Ireland, we have sample Ireland itineraries you can use as inspiration or even just follow step by step for a wonderful and stress-free Ireland trip! One of the questions I receive more often from friends and readers is: I have x days in Ireland, where should I go? The question always fills me with joy, I love helping people plan a trip to Ireland, but also begets more questions, this time from me: is there anything, in particular, you would like to see? Are you planning on driving?…

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    Easy and delicious sheet pan trout recipe

    May 5, 2020

    Visiting Ireland with a baby or toddler: all you need to know to plan a trip (tips by a mama)

    January 9, 2020
    Dublin city center

    How to get around Dublin: essential guide for visitors

    March 27, 2020
  • Travel Tips

    Driving in Ireland: What you need to know

    January 9, 2020 /

    Tips for driving in Ireland: all you need to know to drive safely on the Emerald Isle.

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    Easy and delicious sheet pan trout recipe

    May 5, 2020
    Child run-in gin front of Dublin Castle

    Kids attractions in Dublin you and your kids will love

    March 5, 2025
    Glendalough Ireland

    Glendalough: all you need to know for visiting this stunning Irish historical site

    May 10, 2020
  • Ireland with kids

    Visiting Ireland with kids: all you need to know

    January 9, 2020 /

    All you need to know to plan a family trip to Ireland: info, recommendations and insider tips by a local mum to help you plan your perfect family vacation in Ireland. I love traveling around Ireland with my kids. We live in Dublin and even if Ireland is home for our family, we seem to never tire of admiring it with the eye of the visitor. After 15 years here, I still explore with the same awe I had when I first set foot on Irish soil and my husband and kids, both born and raised here, seem to share the same experience. It is from this specific point of…

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    Glendalough Ireland

    How to visit Glendalough with kids; why you’ll love it

    July 13, 2024
    Traditional Irish breakfast full fry

    What is a traditional Irish breakfast + how to make traditional Irish breakfast at home

    March 3, 2021
    Red bridge at the Japanese Gardens in Kildare

    The fantastic Japanese Gardens of Kildare: all you need to know to plan a visit

    November 10, 2021
  • See & Do

    The most beautiful places in Ireland you cannot miss

    January 9, 2020 /

    A handpicked selection of the best places to see in Ireland If you are planning a trip to Ireland, chances are you are hoping to fill your Ireland itinerary with those gorgeous Irish landscapes that grace instagram accounts and travel articles. But where are these places? How can you make sure you see them? In this guide, I share the best places to see in Ireland and the most famous Ireland landmarks that I believe every visitor should add to their Ireland must-see list. From glorious natural landscapes to charming historical places, this is my pick of the best things to see in Ireland. The best places to see in…

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    Delicious, easy to make goat cheese salad ideas you’ll love

    December 31, 2024

    Recommended Ireland itineraries

    January 18, 2020
    St Patrick's Day Pankakes with green frosting and themed toppings

    St Patrick’s Day cupcake recipe you can make with the kids

    March 15, 2020
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Hi! Welcome to my blog! My name is Marta, I am a mama of two, lucky enough to call this beautiful island of Ireland home. With this website, I help visitors to Ireland make the most of their Irish vacation: browse to read my travel guides and tips that take the stress away from planning a trip to Ireland with kids (or without!) Céad Míle Fáilte (That’s: ‘Welcome!’ in Irish!)

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