“There are no strangers here; only friends you haven’t met yet.”
— W.B. Yeats
The Journey Begins
There’s a certain kind of magic in the places that feel like a homecoming, even if you’ve never set foot there before.
Ireland has always whispered to my soul — and in just a few days, I’ll be answering that call.
From May 7th to May 14th, I’ll be traveling with my husband, John, and my son and daughter-in-law, Josh and Nicole, on a journey designed to do more than just see the Emerald Isle — it’s about feeling it.
We’ll wander through the colorful streets of Galway, breathe in the Atlantic air along the Cliffs of Moher, hike the wild beauty of Kerry, and cozy up in pubs with the most perfect pint of Guinness.
Slow Moments, Lasting Memories
This trip isn’t just a personal dream — it’s a labor of love for something even bigger.
I’ll be scouting the perfect hotels and guesthouses, sipping pints in the friendliest pubs, and uncovering hidden corners where stories live and breathe — all in preparation for a special 2026 guided group journey that I can’t wait to share with you.
(Yes — the waitlist is already open for those ready to write their own Irish story.)
We’ll search for treasures, too — an Aran sweater woven by hand, a Claddagh ring from Thomas Dillon (the original jeweler) in Galway, and perhaps a new favorite book tucked into a quiet shop, waiting to be discovered — a nod to my 2026 co-leader, Cindy, a published author of cozy mysteries based in Ireland.
An Invitation to Dream
This trip is about slow travel.
About connection.
About finding yourself in the gentle rhythm of a place that treats strangers like old friends.
I hope you’ll follow along as the story unfolds — and maybe, just maybe, you’ll start dreaming of joining me in Ireland come 2026.
✨ If your heart is already wandering to Ireland, join the waitlist for early access to our 2026 guided journey. The magic is just beginning.
This post was written by Kimberly, founder of Countdown to Magic Travel, lover of slow mornings, immersive travel, and local cafés that serve amazing coffee.
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