All Eyes on Ireland: Delving Deeper Than the St. Patrick’s Day Cliches
Far be it from us to rain on your St. Patrick’s Day parade. But please don’t limit your understanding of Ireland to green beer and “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” merch. Travelers who dig a little deeper than the begosh-and-begorrah stereotypes are bound to get a richer, more nuanced appreciation for the island’s famous landscapes, castles, literary figures, and culinary traditions. Here are some places to get started after you’ve put away the clovers and leprechauns.