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Hi, we're Mike and Carina. We travel Ireland and the Irish ancestral trails of the world, connect with people of Irish descent and share the resulting stories, photos, videos and podcasts with you.

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Bealtaine Blessings Welcoming the Summer across Ireland

Bealtaine Blessings: Welcoming the Summer across Ireland

With the arrival of summer comes Bealtaine blessings! Come with us on a journey all across Ireland to see how your ancestors celebrated the beginning of summer.

Ballycarbery Castle, County Kerry

A MacCarthy Castle, rare Antrim surnames, and oil paintings…..

Your Letter from Ireland shorts from the 22nd of April 2025

An Irish Easter Celebration

Is this how your Irish Ancestor celebrated Easter?

Have you ever wondered how your Irish ancestor celebrated Easter? Come and have a chat with us as we take a look at a traditional Irish Easter celebration.

Belfast Castle, County Antrim

Belfast Castle, rare Cork surnames, and the Good Friday Agreement…..

Your Letter from Ireland shorts from the 15th of April 2025

Introducing a Legend in Irish Genealogy Circles

Introducing a Legend in Irish Genealogy Circles

In this week’s Letter from Ireland, we want to introduce – or re-introduce! – you to a legend of the Irish genealogy scene, John Grenham. Join us for a little chat!