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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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Newgrange, County Meath

A Neolithic passage tomb, County Cork surnames, and pewter chess sets

Your Letter from Ireland shorts from the 17th of December 2024

Midwinter 1876: A Day in the Life of Your Irish Ancestor

Your Irish Ancestor: A Day in the Life, Midwinter 1876

Experience a winter’s day with your Irish ancestors in 1876 County Galway. Journey from early morning chores to fireside tales in rural Ireland.

Skellig Islands Co. Kerry

A Monastic Island, Top 10 Irish Surnames, and an Irish Country Doctor

Your Letter from Ireland shorts from the 10th of December 2024

Grianan of Aileach, stone fort in Co. Donegal from the sky.

A Hilltop Fort, Irish-Norse Surnames, and Custom Jewellery….

Your Letter from Ireland shorts from the 3rd of December 2024

Castles of Ireland

The Castles of Ireland: Fairy Forts to Luxury Hotels

Flying into Ireland, you might spot ancient rings below. See how these fairy forts became the Castles of Ireland’s magnificent strongholds