St Patrick's Day is the Irish holiday celebrated around the world. His legacy is honored with shamrocks, music, parades, and of course, lots of Guinness. Check out some of the best places to celebrate March 17th in Ireland.
The Irish Claddagh Ring
February 06, 2019
People have worn the Irish Claddagh ring for centuries. Odds are you or someone you know wears one. The beautiful ring from the Emerald Isle has quite the symbolism and origin.
Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival
February 05, 2019
Europe's biggest single's festival takes place each September on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way in Lisdoonvarna. For more than 160 years, people have attended for music, fun and, of course, love.
Customer Success: Gerry & John
February 01, 2019
Ditch the bus. Take the helicopter. Stay in the 5-star castle. What may sound like fantasy was reality for Gerry and her husband John in September 2017.
But we’re getting ahead of ourselves. Like many good stories, this one starts with two people wanting to set off...
Best Places to Propose in Ireland & the UK
January 31, 2019
You’re ready to take that next step. It’s the most important question you’ll ever ask. Why not set the scene in one of the world’s most beautiful places?
It’s no secret that Ireland and the United Kingdom are full of stunning scenery and breathtaking views. For a fairytale...
Customer Success: Paul & Nicole
January 30, 2019
Who doesn’t love a good wedding? The celebration, the great food, the friendly faces. However, a lot of detail goes into attending such an event. You have to RSVP, get a gift, find an outfit and – sometimes - travel.
It’s one thing if you’re taking the highway to the...
Tips From a Travel Agent - Jim & Teresa
December 19, 2018
Founders of Crystal Travel & Tours Jim and Teresa Kelly certainly know a thing or two about tourism. They both moved to Boston from Ireland and worked for airline companies before opening Crystal Travel in 1985. Through the years, Jim and Teresa have sent people all over the...
Customer Success: Memories to Last a Lifetime
December 04, 2018
Bucket list items are a big deal. Crossing them off with dear friends is even bigger. Donna and her husband Richard are no strangers to this idea. Together, they’ve had all sorts of adventures while traveling with their close friends Beth and Robert. In August 2018, it was...
Why Book with a Travel Agent
November 15, 2018
Booking with a travel agent is a unique experience that allows you to personalize your dream vacation. Gone are the days of sifting through hundreds of seemingly identical travel offers because an agent will do that for you. Here at Crystal Travel & Tours our employees have...
