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A new world-class digital exhibition at Trinity College Dublin transports visitors into the illuminated pages of the ninth-century Book of Kells. The Book of Kells is one of Ireland’s great cultural treasures and one of Ireland’s top visitor attractions. Thought to have been created around AD 800, it contains the four gospels of the Bible transcribed by monks on lavishly decorated pages full of intricate and elaborate artistry. It contains the earliest known surviving image of the Virgin and Child in Western manuscript art. They then embark on a 360° immersive journey in the pavilion filled with stories, sights, and sounds inspired by the ancient manuscript and the Old Library’s precious collections. This includes a spectacularly innovative digital reconstruction of the Long Room. Visitors to the Experience will follow the Book of Kells on its extraordinary journey from Iona in Scotland over the Irish Sea to Kells, and onwards to Dublin in the present day, as 1,200 years of history and stories unfold before their eyes. The Book of Kells Experience also explores and showcases several of the books and manuscripts from the Old Library’s historically significant collections. Visitors will travel to 1916 to hear the Proclamation of the Irish Republic; interact with spirited sculptures including Ada Lovelace, Jonathan Swift, Rosalind Franklin and William Shakespeare; and witness the architectural evolution of the Long Room reimagined from 1732 to modern day. #eventtravelers #eventtravel #cgtblog #beautyofireland #travel #grouptravel #bookofkells #bookofkellslibrary☘️ #bookofkellslibrary #bookofkellsexperience #bookofkells #discoverireland #travelireland #travelireland #CaraGroupTravel
A new world-class digital exhibition at Trinity College Dublin transports visitors into the illuminated pages of the ninth-century Book of Kells.
The Book of Kells is one of Ireland’s great cultural treasures and one of Ireland’s top visitor attractions. Thought to have been created around AD 800, it contains the four gospels of the Bible transcribed by monks on lavishly decorated pages full of intricate and elaborate artistry. It contains the earliest known surviving image of the Virgin and Child in Western manuscript art.
They then embark on a 360° immersive journey in the pavilion filled with stories, sights, and sounds inspired by the ancient manuscript and the Old Library’s precious collections. This includes a spectacularly innovative digital reconstruction of the Long Room.
Visitors to the Experience will follow the Book of Kells on its extraordinary journey from Iona in Scotland over the Irish Sea to Kells, and onwards to Dublin in the present day, as 1,200 years of history and stories unfold before their eyes.
The Book of Kells Experience also explores and showcases several of the books and manuscripts from the Old Library’s historically significant collections. Visitors will travel to 1916 to hear the Proclamation of the Irish Republic; interact with spirited sculptures including Ada Lovelace, Jonathan Swift, Rosalind Franklin and William Shakespeare; and witness the architectural evolution of the Long Room reimagined from 1732 to modern day.
#eventtravelers #eventtravel #cgtblog #beautyofireland #travel #grouptravel #bookofkells #bookofkellslibrary☘️ #bookofkellslibrary #bookofkellsexperience #bookofkells #discoverireland #travelireland #travelireland #CaraGroupTravel
Boann: Irish Wolfhound to feature in Ireland’s new passport design
Meet the Irish Wolfhound set to feature in Ireland's new passport design The "majestic" Irish Wolfhound Boánn...
We can’t wait to see Merrimack play in the Friendship Four Hockey Tournament in Belfast. The Friendship Four invites, Boston University, Harvard, Merrimack College and Notre Dame to fight for the Bellpot this 2024 Thanksgiving Weekend. If you want to be the ultimate fan, join us this Thanksgiving week for the chance to see Merrimack win the Belpot! #discoverireland #grouptravel #cgtblog #thanksgivinginbelfast #RingTheBell #ringthebell #ncaaoverseas #friendshipfour #eventtravel #eventtravelers #belpot #CaraGroupTravel #travelireland #belfastgiants #belfastgiants🏒 #merrimack #merrimackhockey
We can’t wait to see Merrimack play in the Friendship Four Hockey Tournament in Belfast.
The Friendship Four invites, Boston University, Harvard, Merrimack College and Notre Dame to fight for the Bellpot this 2024 Thanksgiving Weekend.
If you want to be the ultimate fan, join us this Thanksgiving week for the chance to see Merrimack win the Belpot!
#discoverireland #grouptravel #cgtblog #thanksgivinginbelfast #RingTheBell #ringthebell #ncaaoverseas #friendshipfour #eventtravel #eventtravelers #belpot #CaraGroupTravel #travelireland #belfastgiants #belfastgiants🏒 #merrimack #merrimackhockey
2024 will be a stellar year for Northern Lights activity and the island of Ireland has many amazing places to view them. With the sun heading for solar maximum, 2024 is shaping up to be a great year for seeing the Northern Lights. The island of Ireland has three dark sky parks, Om Dark Sky Park and Observatory in County Tyrone, Mayo Dark Sky Park, and Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve. These offer the darkest of skies and therefore the chance to see the lights. Even if you don’t get to see the aurora you will be star struck by the clarity of the night sky and the constellations and planets you will be able to see, even with the naked eye. The Northern Lights can be viewed in Ireland until March, which is actually one of the best months to see them due to the earth’s axial tilt and the way the atmosphere encounters solar wind. #grouptravel #discoverireland #cgtblog #northernlights #auroraborealis #travel #beautyofireland
2024 will be a stellar year for Northern Lights activity and the island of Ireland has many amazing places to view them.
With the sun heading for solar maximum, 2024 is shaping up to be a great year for seeing the Northern Lights.
The island of Ireland has three dark sky parks, Om Dark Sky Park and Observatory in County Tyrone, Mayo Dark Sky Park, and Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve. These offer the darkest of skies and therefore the chance to see the lights. Even if you don’t get to see the aurora you will be star struck by the clarity of the night sky and the constellations and planets you will be able to see, even with the naked eye.
The Northern Lights can be viewed in Ireland until March, which is actually one of the best months to see them due to the earth’s axial tilt and the way the atmosphere encounters solar wind.
#grouptravel #discoverireland #cgtblog #northernlights #auroraborealis #travel #beautyofireland
Leap Year: The Irish history and traditions
February 29 only comes around every four years - do you know the Irish history and traditions of Leap Day? Ireland's...
What will you do with the extra day available in 2024? In the Ireland of bygone days, 29 February had a special significance for unmarried women as it was their opportunity to propose to a man rather than have to wait for the man’s proposal. It’s said that the tradition began in the fifth century when St Brigid complained to St Patrick that women had to wait far too long for men to propose. St Patrick then decreed that women could propose once every four years on 29 February. The ‘decree’ became part of Irish folklore and even into the early twentieth century it was taken seriously by some people who were anxious to be betrothed by the time Lent came round. In the southwest of Ireland, in particular, those who remained single in February could find their names on the Skellig Lists. These printed ballads were named after Skellig Michael, a tiny island off the coast of County Kerry, which was regarded by some as a last chance saloon for the unattached. Ironically, a leap year was also seen as an unlucky year to get married, so even those who managed to snag a fiancé had to wait for the walk up the aisle. Tap the link in the bio to book your next adventure! #cgtblog
What will you do with the extra day available in 2024? In the Ireland of bygone days, 29 February had a special significance for unmarried women as it was their opportunity to propose to a man rather than have to wait for the man’s proposal.
It’s said that the tradition began in the fifth century when St Brigid complained to St Patrick that women had to wait far too long for men to propose. St Patrick then decreed that women could propose once every four years on 29 February.
The ‘decree’ became part of Irish folklore and even into the early twentieth century it was taken seriously by some people who were anxious to be betrothed by the time Lent came round. In the southwest of Ireland, in particular, those who remained single in February could find their names on the Skellig Lists. These printed ballads were named after Skellig Michael, a tiny island off the coast of County Kerry, which was regarded by some as a last chance saloon for the unattached.
Ironically, a leap year was also seen as an unlucky year to get married, so even those who managed to snag a fiancé had to wait for the walk up the aisle.
Tap the link in the bio to book your next adventure!
#cgtblog
Want to create cherished moments on Valentine’s Day and beyond in Ireland? Visit our “Join a Tour” page and check out some of the tours we are offering. https://caragrouptravel.com/ireland-europe-tours/ #CaraGroupTravel #valentinesday #exploreireland #grouptravel #like #ireland #featured
Want to create cherished moments on Valentine’s Day and beyond in Ireland? Visit our “Join a Tour” page and check out some of the tours we are offering.
https://caragrouptravel.com/ireland-europe-tours/
#CaraGroupTravel #valentinesday #exploreireland #grouptravel #like #ireland #featured
Irish cities ranked best of the best destinations in the world 2024! Want to travel to these cities and so many more? Check out our most popular group tours! #caragrouptravel #ireland #explore #grouptravel
Irish cities ranked best of the best destinations in the world 2024! Want to travel to these cities and so many more? Check out our most popular group tours!
#caragrouptravel #ireland #explore #grouptravel
To all our wonderful clients, suppliers, and friends, you make it all possible, and we are truly grateful for you. Wishing you a great holiday and a peaceful new year! Love the CGT Team ️ #CaraGroupTravel #happyholidays
To all our wonderful clients, suppliers, and friends, you make it all possible, and we are truly grateful for you. Wishing you a great holiday and a peaceful new year! Love the CGT Team ️
#CaraGroupTravel #happyholidays
Our December Newsletter is here! Unlock the world and create unforgettable memories by giving the gift of travel. https://caragrouptravel.com/ireland-group-travel/cara-group-travel-updates/2023/12/13/december-monthly-newsletter/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook #CaraGroupTravel #happyholidays #travel
Our December Newsletter is here! Unlock the world and create unforgettable memories by giving the gift of travel.
https://caragrouptravel.com/ireland-group-travel/cara-group-travel-updates/2023/12/13/december-monthly-newsletter/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook
#CaraGroupTravel #happyholidays #travel
December Monthly Newsletter
Unlock the world and create unforgettable memories by giving the gift of travel. In a world filled with all sorts of thrills, there’s nothing quite like the magic of new experiences and undiscovered destinations. Whether it’s a tranquil escape to a sun-kissed voyage on a river cruise, a cultural adventure through historic cities, or an adrenaline-packed journey to the great outdoors, the gift of travel is a passport to joy, discovery, and a lifetime of cherished moments.
Happy Thanksgiving from the Cara Group Travel Team! We wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday 🦃 #CaraGroupTravel #thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving from the Cara Group Travel Team! We wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday 🦃
#CaraGroupTravel #thanksgiving
A thought for Thanksgiving! Check out our new newsletter for some unique ideas. We would love you to join us next year in Belfast at the Friendship Four Ice Hockey Tournament. Happy Turkey Day! https://caragrouptravel.com/ireland-group-travel/cara-group-travel-updates/2023/11/22/november-monthly-newsletter/ #friendshipfour #CaraGroupTravel #travel #goirish #gobu #gomack #gocrismson #explorepage #thanksgiving
A thought for Thanksgiving! Check out our new newsletter for some unique ideas. We would love you to join us next year in Belfast at the Friendship Four Ice Hockey Tournament. Happy Turkey Day!
https://caragrouptravel.com/ireland-group-travel/cara-group-travel-updates/2023/11/22/november-monthly-newsletter/
#friendshipfour #CaraGroupTravel #travel #goirish #gobu #gomack #gocrismson #explorepage #thanksgiving
November Monthly Newsletter
As the aroma of roasted turkey and savory side dishes fill the air, the Thanksgiving table becomes a nexus of stories, with each family member sharing their travel plans for the upcoming year. Where will you go? What will you do? Possibilities are endless when it comes to travel, and no matter what the destination is we are most thankful that travel brings us all together to create everlasting memories.
Our CEO Sara Stanton at the 15th Golden Bridge Conference held at Seaport. Inspiring presentations, great collaboration and fostering strong friendships between Boston and the North West of Ireland. #Ireland #tourism #goldenbridges @metcalfeallison @tourismireland @irishechonewspaper
Our CEO Sara Stanton at the 15th Golden Bridge Conference held at Seaport. Inspiring presentations, great collaboration and fostering strong friendships between Boston and the North West of Ireland. #Ireland #tourism #goldenbridges @metcalfeallison @tourismireland @irishechonewspaper