Woven from the Wild Atlantic Way: The Story of McNutt of Donegal
There are some places on earth that feel like the very edge of the world. Places where the land meets the sea with such dramatic, breathtaking force that it shapes...
Stuart Marley |
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Woven from the Wild Atlantic Way: The Story of McNutt of Donegal
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Irish Blessings for Luck, Love, A Good Life, A Good Death and Everything In Between
Nobody knows for sure who it was who first said that Ireland was “the land of saints and scholars”. If there is one place where sainthood and scholarliness combines, it...
Stuart Marley |
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All Aboard for St. Patrick's Day, A Rich Celebration of Irish History, Culture and Craic
Every year, for just one day, the world becomes Irish. There are green-dyed beards, green-tinted dyed pints and green-lit buildings in cityscapes all around the globe. But as we celebrate...
Stuart Marley |
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Ireland at the Oscars: The Three-Time Winner Who Dodges the Limelight, the Irishwoman Who Eclipsed Greta Garbo, and a Strange Golf Swing Accidents
Whatever happens this year at the Oscars, there are high hopes that Irish eyes might be smiling, with 14 Irish film professionals—including writers, actors, directors, editors and visual effects specialists—as...
Stuart Marley |
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Secret Weddings, Raging Bonfires, Churches’ Competing Claims and the Power of Love: St Valentine and his Ireland Links
Do the Irish have a special gift for attraction and romance and love? If so, does it have anything to do with St Valentine and the love saint’s links to...
Stuart Marley |
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Why St Brigid’s Day is an important new holiday in Ireland
The Irish calendar has a new notable date in 2023: Monday, February 6th will be the first instance of a brand new permanent public holiday. The new February holiday marks...
Stuart Marley |
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From Chickeen and Slugs to Death before Dishonor: A Closer Look at The History and Meaning of the Ryan name
In this piece we will focus particularly on the Ryan name, taking a closer look at its fascinating history and lore, as well as its spread throughout modern culture, including...
Stuart Marley |
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Inis - The Energy of The Sea: The Story Behind the Name
In the realm of fragrances, names are as significant as the scents they represent. They can tell a story, evoke an emotion, or transport us to another time and place....
Stuart Marley |
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Making Waves: Fragrances of Ireland's Commitment to Ocean Conservation
In the world of Irish perfumery, Fragrances of Ireland is more than just a creator of captivating scents. They are also staunch advocates of ocean conservation, intertwining their reverence for...
Stuart Marley |
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Unseen Ties That Bind: Celtic Knots Meaning and History
In the rest of this article I will explore these wonderful Celtic knot symbols in more detail. I will go through what we know of their history and their symbolic...
Stuart Marley |
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Star Wars, Murder Trials and Wallaby Colonies: Here’s 20 of Ireland’s Most Iconic and Awe-Inspiring Smaller Isles
Ireland is known all over the world for its lush greenery, world-famous castles and unbeatable hospitality. It is, to many people, the world’s greatest island—and listen, we are not counting Australia, right!...
Stuart Marley |
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How Inis captured a summer’s day by the sea, and the hearts of customers globally
Celebrating its 25th anniversary for Fragrances of Ireland in 2023, Inis remains a firm favorite for customers all over the world. Why is it that buyers keep coming back for Ireland’s most...
Stuart Marley |
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8 Irish Brands To Celebrate This St. Patrick's Day
Here at Real Irish, we celebrate Irish brands all year round. But we know when it comes to St. Patrick's Day, celebrating Irish brands becomes more rewarding. From Irish caps...
Stuart Marley |
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A few ways to enjoy St. Patrick's Day at home in 2021
As we head towards a second St. Patrick's Day without the usual celebrations to look forward to, such as parades and crowded pubs, we decided to share some fun, safe...
Stuart Marley |
