Ireland Reason 22 - Islands

Ireland Reason 24 - Causeway Coast

The Causeway Coastal’s route is 120 miles spanning from Belfast to Londonderry. It is said to be the most beautiful drive in Ireland filled with folklore, legend and history. * Map [http://d5qsyj6vaeh11.cloudfront.net/images/campaigns/de-de/causeway/611x355-causeway_map.png]of the Causeway Coastal route * The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Carrick-A-Rede_Rope_Bridge%2C_Co._Antrim_%287975577852%29.jpg/1280px-Carrick-A-Rede_Rope_Bridge%2C_Co._Antrim_%287975577852%29.jpg] in the 70’s Caitlin Egg Conch Phrase: Go mall Phonetic: Guh mahl Translation: Go slow Potts &Plans Causeway Coast (self-drive) [http://www.crystal-travel.com/causeway-coast/] * Experience the Causeway Coastal route by taking in a rich tapestry of rolling hills, crumbling castles and epic coastal stretches. * 7 night self-drive tour with freedom to incorporate any other destinations you wish. * Mention the podcast for a little surprise on your vacation. * Find more Tours for the Reasons at crystal-travel.com/reasons [http://www.crystal-travel.com/reasons]

Britain Reason 24 - British Tea

On today's show a beloved beverage brings out Joe’s and my inner Marketing nerds, Caitlin’s starstruck and has yet another “almost” story for us, who loves tea more? The Brits or the Irish? Maybe you’ll find out, and we’re back at our Food and Drink theme and spilling the tea with reason number 24. Here is some more information on the things we discussed: Tour for the reason: * 8 Day Taste of Britain Escorted Tour [https://www.crystal-travel.com/taste-of-britain-8-day-escorted-2019-from-1999-land-only/]Caitlin CARES(Cute Animal Reaction Excitement Segment) [https://www.thinglink.com/scene/329868473637273601] Crystal Travel & Tours Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/CrystalTravelTours/] Crystal Travel Podcast Section [https://blog.crystal-travel.com/podcast]

Ireland Reason 23 - Wild Atlantic Way

The Wild Atlantic Way stretching from Malin Head to Kinsale Harbor is the longest coastal route in the world. It spans over 8 counties, 5 Providences and has over 1,000 attractions. * Here’s theWild Atlantic Way passport [http://www.crystal-travel.com/blog/wild-atlantic-way-passport/]Caitlin was talking about. * Click here [http://www.crystal-travel.com/by-destination/ireland/wild-atlantic-way/]for the trails of the Wild Atlantic way we offer. * Map [http://www.wildatlanticway.com/App_Themes/waw/imgs/ph2/mobile-regions-map.png]of the Wild Atlantic Way andhere [http://www.failteireland.ie/FailteIreland/media/WebsiteStructure/Documents/2_Develop_Your_Business/Key%20Projects/WAW_NationalMap_4.jpg]is a more detailed map. Caitlin Egg Conch Phrase: Tiomáin Go Cúramach Phonetic: CHUM-on guh KOOR-um-ukh Translation: Drive Carefully.

Britain Reason 23 - Whiskey

We’re back from a several-month hiatus and celebrating with a wee dram (and also apologizing for not great audio)! Caitlin learns being sick in Scotland beats being healthy anywhere else. Joe chimes in on a very controversial topic: Scotch Whisky vs Irish Whiskey, and we’re back at our Food and Drink theme with reason number 23. Here is some more information on the things we discussed: Tour for the reason: * Discover Malt Whisky | Edinburgh Day Tour [https://www.crystal-travel.com/destinations/scotland/one-day-tours-scotland/discover-malt-whisky-edinburgh-day-tour/]Caitlin CARES(Cute Animal Reaction Excitement Segment) [https://www.pinterest.com/pin/328833210270231412/?lp=true] * Crystal Travel & Tours Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/CrystalTravelTours/] Crystal Travel Podcast Section [https://fiftyreasons.podbean.com/podcast]

Ireland Reason 22 - Islands

Scattered throughout the coastline of the island of Ireland are hundreds of smaller islands. In many ways, these undeniably beautiful spots are Ireland at its most traditional. * Blog onour favorite region of islands [http://www.crystal-travel.com/blog/the-aran-islands-welcome-to-old-ireland/default.aspx]. * Here’s thatwhite lobster [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr2IMZKgkxg]Caitlin was on about. * And in case Joe sold you onFather Ted [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLTnacYvvg4]. We love this clip but any younger listeners might need earmuffs… Caitlin Egg Conch Phrase: Ba mhaith liom a bheith curtha ar oileán. Phonetic: Baw woh lum a veh cur-ha err ill-awn. Translation: I want to be buried on an island. Potts & Plans Katie’s Remote Islands [http://www.crystal-travel.com/katies-remote-islands/] * Experience Ireland’s West Coast at the epitome of culture, beauty and relaxation. * 7 night self-drive tour with freedom to incorporate any other destinations you wish * Mention the podcast for a little surprise on your vacation. * Find more Tours for the Reasons atcrystal-travel.com/reasons [http://www.crystal-travel.com/reasons]