Monthly Archives: October 2015
Maureen O’Hara: Irish-American Legend
The label "icon" is nowadays used with rather more kindness than discrimination. One woman to whom it legitimately can and will be applied, however,...
The Irish Banshee and Her Lament
The Irish Banshee, also known as the Angel of Death, was known in celtic folklore as either an ancestral spirit or faery that appeared...
Ireland’s Trickiest Faery – The Pooka
There are many supernatural beings that populate the Emerald Isle, but there are few that are more feared than the Pooka. This is not...
The Curse of the Irish Changeling
The word faery conjures up images of kindly small spirits, in tune with nature and practising benevolent enchantments. However, throughout Ireland and many other...
Irish Claddagh Ring Meaning and History
The iconic Irish Claddagh ring meaning and history has birthed one of Ireland's most legendary trinkets.
A powerful symbol of love, loyalty and friendship, this promise...
History of the Celtic High Cross and Memorial Cross
The Celtic High Cross is an almost hauntingly beautiful symbol of early Christianity and the wider Celtic cultural identity. Most commonly found in Ireland,...
The Slaying of Bridget Cleary – Brutal Murder or a Faery Killing?
The killing of Bridget Cleary has become notorious as one of the most chilling murders in all of Ireland’s history.
At the time of her...
What is the Irish Currency – Euros, Pounds and How to Spend
What is the Irish Currency? One potentially mystifying aspect for visitors to Ireland is confusion over which currency to use.
Although Ireland is one island,...
Foynes Flying Boat Museum – Celebrating Travel’s Golden Age
Foynes Flying Boat Museum in County Limerick marks a significant piece of modern Irish history.
Foynes village might not be familiar to everyone, but it...
Irish Breakfast Tea: Ireland’s Other National Drink
Stout might be regarded by many people as the most popular drink in Ireland, but the truth is that Irish breakfast tea is a...
