My Ireland Adventure
My Ireland Adventure will take you to all the magical places that we offer on our tours. We provide not only necessary information, but also some fun Irish trivia regarding a trip to Ireland, which includes historical facts of the locations, invaluable tips for touring, Irish slang along with interesting customs and even simple, yet quaint happenings of daily Irish life. We also provide you with information on our tours which includes, dates, locations, actual itineraries, and how, you, too, can join us on one of our tours. My Ireland Adventure was created by Laurie Calahan, a Southern gal and American artist born and based in Shreveport, LA, and Joe Ormonde, an award-winning Irish photographer and tour guide, born and based in Kilsheelan, County Tipperary, Ireland. The great thing about My Ireland Adventure is that BOTH sides of the "pond" is represented, so if you have any questions, you get the best of both worlds to answer them! We hope you join us as we travel the beautiful Emeral...
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Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
In this episode, Joe and Laurie discuss the Viking invasion of Ireland and the origins of Irish surnames. One of those surnames triggers and highlights old Irish rituals and beliefs steeped in pagan tradition. This event, which led to a very tragic incident in the late 1800s, also begs the question: "Are you a witch, or are you a fairy, or are you ..." There are also a few travel tips, as well as a few laughs to be enjoyed.
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
In this episode, Joe and Laurie take us on a tour of Clonmel and discusses its history, which includes details of the Norman invasion and the arrival of "Strongbow" into Ireland. They also discuss the "rainy season" in Ireland, tips for proper clothing while traveling, and offer travel insurance suggestions. This one is a royal gem!
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
In this episode, Laurie and Joe discuss travel tips for tourists in Ireland that include currency exchange, credit cards, tax reclaiming, electrical adapters, cell phone and internet service, and more. They also take you on a tour of Kilkenny Castle, Saint Patrick's Holy Well, and other hidden gems along the way ... oh, and don't be surprised if you should meet an Irish witch on your tour!https://myirelandadventure.com/
Sunday Nov 22, 2020
Sunday Nov 22, 2020
In this episode, Laurie and Joe discuss arrival in Ireland, offer a few travel tips for their tourists, and take you on a tour of the monastic settlement of Glendalough and Lough Tay (Guinness Lake), but be careful ... because you may be introduced to that "demon weed" (nettles)!