Our Story
We have been using Rick Steves tour books for about 12 years and watching his PBS show for about 10 years. During covid, we started watching the Monday Night Travel and we still watch it most weeks. The style of Rick Steves tours suits our interests because they are is focused on the history, culture, art, and local connections, rather than luxury hotels and spas. The idea of the smaller tour group was also appealing, since we have been on large bus tours with too many people to meet and too crowded. Rick selects his tour guides for their knowledge and love of their countries, their passion for travel, and willingness to share with the guests.
Amy, with a vision as vast as the Irish seas and a spirit as free as the winds atop Cliffs of Moher, created this scrapbook in remembrance of our trip. But it wasn't just Amy's dream; it was a collective aspiration that soon saw Nate, Kevin, Nathan, Frances, and Dave weaving their own threads into this evolving tapestry.
You may also notice that throughout the website, a few of us are wearing a blue scarf with green, red, and yellow highlights. This scarf is the Donegal tartan, which is where Amy's great grandparents were born and raised. It is a simple nod to our heritage as we explore this wonderful land.
Meet The Team
Amy Crawford (Me)
Family Documentarian (aka photographer)
The visionary, capturing the essence of our travels and translating it into the stories and images that define our site.
Favorite: Cliffs of Moher
Nate Crawford
Creative Genius (Amy's husband)
The wizard behind the curtain, ensuring our digital journey is as seamless and enriching as our physical ones.
Favorite: Fish & Chips
Kevin Marshall
Party Animal
The anchor, keeping our ship steady and our spirits high, no matter the weather.
Favorite: St. Kevin's at Glendalough
Nathan Marshall
Adventurer
The innovator, constantly seeking new horizons to explore and new stories to tell.
Favorite: Dingle Region
Frances Marshall
Matriarch
The heart, nurturing our team's passion and ensuring we remain true to our core values.
Favorite: Dingle Region
Dave Prawdzik
Connector
The voice, connecting us with our audience, ensuring every question is answered, and every story is heard.
Favorite: Falconry at Dingle
Amanda Simon
Honorable Mention (Nathan's wife)
Her anticipation and spirit of adventure underscored the trip's promise of memorable experiences and shared joy.
Upon arrival, an unforeseen challenge arose when she tested positive for COVID-19. This sudden development meant she could not participate in the planned tour, altering her travel plans and experiences dramatically.
Christine Simon
Honorable Mention (Amanda's Mom)
Christine's Compassionate Journey:
Christine, embodying the spirit of maternal care, made an impromptu journey to Ireland, stepping in to provide comfort and support to her daughter, Amanda, during her COVID recovery.