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One day in Dublin

We were supposed to cross Dublin (and other places in Ireland) off our bucket list in 2020. That did not happen, but it was okay as we finally got to visit the Emerald Isle this past September when the world was back to normal. It was a whirlwind trip as we explored France, England, Scotland,

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Best Dublin photography locations

Dublin Temple Bar

Dublin is a city we were so excited to see and we wish we had had more time in the city to explore it further, but on our trip there we only had about two days in the city. While we still have more to see (and photograph!), we did stop at a few popular

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5 fun facts about Ireland

We were so thrilled to cross Ireland off our travel bucket list in 2023! We’d booked that trip back in 2018 for 2020… which did not pan out. So, finally exploring Ireland (plus Scotland and England), was a major highlight of last year. Since we’ve been counting down to this trip for so long we

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Best free things to do in Dublin

Trinity College

A trip to Ireland doesn’t have to break the bank, especially when you can take advantage of these awesome free things to do in Dublin! Many Ireland getaways include time in the country’s capital city of Dublin, and for good reason! With historic landmarks, unique pubs and breweries, and cool attractions, the city has something

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24 hours in Dublin

Temple Bar in Dublin

A visit to the Emerald Isle must include a stop in Dublin, even if it’s only for a day! The capital of Ireland’s rich history, culture, and popular landmarks make it a treat to visit no matter how much time you can spend in it. If you only have a day in Dublin, you can

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Halloween traditions around the world

jack-o-lanterns

Happy Halloween, witches! Did you know that we Americans spend about two and a half billion dollars on candy for this spooky holiday and another three billion on costumes? At least according to the National Retail Federation we do.  From visiting our neighbors yelling “trick or treat” to get some candy (I see you, people

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Bucket List: Ireland

Four leaf clover

The fresh air, the lush greenery, the sheep, the drinks, and the sound of a pub filled with the Irish brogue are all things I can’t wait to experience someday when we get to Ireland. While I tend to favor beachy destinations for vacations, there is something supremely alluring about heading north to Ireland and