13/06/2026
π Traveling as a family can be tricky.
Going on an international adventure as a multigenerational crew with mobility issues and medical complications is a challenge all its own.
Thatβs why we decided not to over-plan our visit to Ireland. βοΈ
We went with a home base in Limerick, a rental car reservation, a short list of landmarks we hoped to see, and one main goal: attending my brotherβs wedding. π
We boarded the plane ready to be flexibleβwith plenty of leeway for jet lag π΄, unexpected incidents π, necessary breaks βΏ, and spontaneous discoveries π.
Hereβs how our Ireland itinerary turned out:
π Sunday
βοΈ Arrive at Dublin Airport & pick up rental car
π° Rock of Dunamase
πΊπΈ Barack Obama Plaza
πΏ Lough Gur
π¨ Maldron Hotel Limerick
π½οΈ Grain & Grill
π Monday
πͺ¨ Poulnabrone Dolmen
π Sheridanβs Bar & Restaurant (thanks to a flat tire!)
βͺ Knock Shrine
π¨ Maldron Hotel Limerick
π½οΈ Grain & Grill
π Tuesday
π° Blarney Castle & Gardens
π΄ The Castle Blackrock
π Blackrock Castle Observatory
π¨ Maldron Hotel Limerick
π½οΈ Grain & Grill
π Wednesday
π° Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
π₯ Clanard Court Hotel (Rehearsal Dinner)
π The Abbey, Athy
π Thursday
π° Duckettβs Grove
π The Abbey (Wedding & Reception)
π Friday
π¨ Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
π» The Playwright Bar
π Saturday
π Complimentary shuttle to Dublin Airport
βοΈ Flight home
Was it perfectly curated? No.
Was it the most efficient use of time? Probably not.
But it was a memorable, bucket-list trip that allowed our entire family to experience Ireland together. π
Would you take an international trip without a rigid itinerary? π
Tell me: Are you a meticulous planner or a flexible explorer?
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