Traveling in Ireland

Welcome to “Traveling in Ireland,” the podcast where Jody Halsted, your go-to Ireland travel expert, chats with locals about their areas and tourism businesses. Listen for laid-back conversations that spill the beans on the best places and experiences Ire

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County Tipperary Beyond the Rock: Make It More Than a Pit Stop

Posted June 24, 2025 • 00:34:29

It’s no surprise that most travelers to Ireland have the Rock...

Booking Newgrange and Kilmainham Gaol with (or without) an OPW Card

Posted June 20, 2025 • 00:07:30

If Newgrange and Kilmainham Gaol are on your Ireland itinerary, you’ll need more than interest to visit – you’ll need a timed ticket.

These...

Ireland Vacation Packing Tips: What to Take & What to Leave Home

Posted June 17, 2025 • 00:22:58

When it comes to packing for your Ireland vacation it is easy to pack way more than you will need. The old adage of ‘lay out everything you think...

When Not to Visit Blarney Castle (and How to Time It Right)

Posted June 13, 2025 • 00:06:52

Blarney Castle and Gardens is one of Ireland’s most popular tourist destinations – and for good reason. But if you show up at the wrong time, your...

Step Into Morrissey’s: Abbeyleix’s Timeless Irish Pub

Posted June 10, 2025 • 00:12:14

Slip off the motorway and into another era with a visit to Morrissey’s Pub in Abbeyleix, County Laois. Established in 1775, this isn’t just a place...