Explore the Trails of Literary Dublin

Travel Brigade opens its 5th season with a visit to Dublin focusing on the great writers the city has produced. This being Ireland, we’ll start with a “Literary Pub Crawl” that matches pints with prose. We’ll also talk about the historic Book of Kells and learn how to enjoy an evening of Irish folk tales. […]

Crystal and Countryside in Waterford, Ireland

Come with Travel Brigade on a classic Irish journey in County Waterford. We’ll tour the factory where world-famous Waterford Crystal is made and learn about the history of Ireland’s oldest city. We’ll travel the beautiful coastline on the southeast corner of the Emerald Isle and then head inland to the beautiful valleys and friendly people […]

Discover Treasures in Emerald Isle

A visit to Ireland offers majestic coastal settings when looking out to the ocean, and stunning green valleys when looking inland. Every corner of the Emerald Isle combines a beautiful landscape with friendly and welcoming people found at every stop. Our visit to County Waterford – calling it “Waterford County” is a dead giveaway that you’re […]

Finding ancestors while traveling to their home countries

Those who spend hours online or at the Family History Library poring over files and microfilms get a well-deserved sense of accomplishment, pride and even excitement when they discover a new ancestor. Where do you go from there to top an already great experience? Try traveling to trace your family roots to touch the landscape […]