Ireland

It’s St Patrick’s Day!! I couldn’t be more excited. How about you? I am not sure if you have ever seen a dancing Irish parrot, but today you will.  Not …

One of the easiest ways to start an argument is to announce the best Irish movies of all time.  I thought about putting my list together of the best Irish …

Ah, St. Patrick’s Day, that glorious time of the year when rivers run green, pints flow freely, and you discover how many shades of green you can wear before you …

St. Patrick’s Day, on March 17th, is a festival celebrated all over the world! What’s wonderful about this festival is that it’s an opportunity to embrace Irish culture, regardless of …

So your looking for a bit of craic are ya? Well, you’ve come to the right place. A well-worn journal in hand, a thirst for adventure (and perhaps a pint or …

While there might not be a specific historic Irish poem titled “Valentine’s Day Poem,” many Irish poets have written beautifully about love. One of Ireland’s most famous poets, W.B. Yeats, …

In the vast lands of Ireland, where myths weave through the hills as easily as the morning mist, the tales of Oengus and Áine hold a special place in the …

Are you staring at a blank Valentine’s Day card, looking for the best Valentine’s Day messages for your partner? Don’t worry, we have all been there. You want to express …

“May The Road Rise Up To Meet You” is a phrase you likely have heard in a pub or perhaps even from a fellow Irishman or Irishwoman. The phrase is …

Ah, there’s a nip in the Cork air these days, but sure, there’s a glimmer of hope, too! As we turn the calendar to February 1st, we’re not just marking …

You may or may not have heard of St Brigid’s Day. Well, I am here today to share five facts about St Brigid, Ireland’s only female patron saint.   I regularly …

Have you ever stood on a windswept Irish cliff, gazing out at the endless sea, and felt a story brewing in the air around you? Well, you’re not alone. And …

Well, lads, I have often wondered what the strongest currencies in the world are. I mean, I didn’t give it much thought. Do you presume it is the Euro or …

Each of these books about Cú Chulainn contributes to the multifaceted portrayal of Cú Chulainn, highlighting different aspects of his character and the world he inhabited. When I originally shared …

Irish mythology is not something I have covered much on Irish Around The World. But I thought there was no better time to start than today. And what better way …