Day 2: Vatican

There were crowds and then there’s “skip the line” to visit the Vatican City as they prepare for Jubilee

Day 1: Palatine Hill

Don’t visit the forum. Look down into the forum instead from Palatine Hill from his secret viewing platform

Day 1: Colosseum

We visit the Colosseum. Follow the tips to get the best experience with family in an otherwise crowded place.

Rome Accommodations

New and clean rooms, shared kitchen with all the utensils and great vibe, this is our recommended place to stay in Rome.

Rome Itinerary

Copy this 5 day Rome Itinerary of ours for a unforgettable family trip.

Sligo

The train from Dublin to Sligo near our house and we have always wanted to find out what’s there in Sligo. Opportunity came during the

Newgrange

Newgrange is about one hour away from Dublin and is a great destination for a day trip. It is a stone age passage tomb built

Kilmainham Goal

Kilmainham Goal has one of the most visited tourist site in Dublin. When we relocated to Ireland, Gabriel said his friends have all visited Kilmainham

Glendalough

Glendalough is about one hour’s drive away from Dublin that makes it a good day trip itinerary. I am surprised we have not visited Glendalough

Beyond The Trees Avondale

Last minute planning for June bank holiday, we went to Beyond the Trees Avondale. Avondale is one hour’s drive from Dublin. The drive is mostly