A survey carried out by Getaways with Kids this week discovered that 97 percent of Irish families will not go abroad this year, despite the release of green list countries. 1,500 Irish families were surveyed by Getaways with Kids, Ireland’s only dedicated family holiday magazine and website, over a three-day period. However, if the non-essential travel advisory was lifted for…
A survey carried out by GetawayswithKids.ie discovered that Kerry is the number one staycation destination for families in Ireland for 2020. 16.4% of Irish families this summer will or have visited Co. Kerry. 13.2% will visit Co. Clare and 12.2% have Co. Cork on their list. Fourth place is Co. Wexford getting 8.6% of families and Galway a close fifth…
By Elaine Whelan Road trips and travelling sounds exciting to your kids until they’ve been sitting in the back seat for three hours and are downright bored. That’s when the fighting or screaming kicks in (if it hasn’t already). For kids who love movies or playing games on your phone, it can be hard for them to understand that they…
By Elaine Whelan Free is everyone’s favourite four letter word. Entertaining children can be an expensive task so free day activates are a god sent. It’s not always easy to find free activities whether you are at home or on a road trip. Here are just a few of Ireland’s family attraction that won’t cost you a cent! National Museums…
By Elaine Whelan As of Monday the 13th of July due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation, people are required by law to wear face masks and coverings while on public transport. Failure to cooperate with this new rule can result in a €2,500 fine and possibly a six month jail sentence. No one wants that! For those of you that rely…
By Elaine Whelan Along the coast of Ireland’s Ancient East, County Waterford showcases miles of stunning coastline, Ireland’s oldest city, a UNESCO Global Geopark and monastic marvels by the ocean. Quaint and bustling seaside towns are plentiful in the sunny south east county. Crowds flock here every summer to revel in the stunning scenes of the sea or to immerse…
By Elaine Whelan It’s safe to say that camping isn’t for everyone. For those of us who didn’t join the scouts when we were younger or grimaced at the thought of music festivals because of that very reason, it is easy to bypass the notion of a camping holiday altogether. However, kids love the idea of being under stars and…
By Elaine Whelan County Clare is a magnificently rugged county on the West of Ireland known for its rolling countryside and wild coastline. Sitting perfectly along the Wild Atlantic Way, Clare is the ideal location for a family getaway in Ireland. Here are some of the top spots to visit on your rip. The Cliffs of Moher The Cliffs of…
By Elaine Whelan When was the last time you stayed in a hostel? I can only imagine the memories of your early 20’s swimming around in your head right now. Perhaps it was for a school trip, your backpacking adventure around Europe or even a boozy trip in somewhere like Prague. You’ve done a lot of growing up since then…
By Elaine Whelan Studies have shown that travel is one of the best educational opportunities for young minds. An overseas trip, or even a staycation can hold many positive benefits for your children. Research conducted in the Health and Wellness Benefits of Travel Experiences paper published in 2013, shows that travel has a positive impact on the mental and physical health of children as well…