Post-Trip Memories

Enchanting Ireland Blog
By Terri Dion

Photos
Group Photo
Ireland Photos (Terri)
More to be added

Recipes
​Bushmills Hot Toddy
Jameson, Ginger and Lime
Wholemeal Treacle Bread (Old Grand Hotel)

Post Trip Party
​Irish Wolfhound
5-8 PM, January 29, 2017
​Menu
(maximum 30 people) ​
From vibrant and history-filled Dublin, across rolling green hills to the dramatic coast and onwards to Belfast, experience all of the charms of Ireland on this 15-day tour of the Emerald Isle. 
  • Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. 
  • Discover Ireland's music, dance, culinary delights and spirits (Guinness, Jamesons and Bushmills). 
  • See the Atlantic from the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. 
  • Stand on the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway. 
  • Tour the walled city of Derry. 
  • Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. 
  • Have coffee and scones at a working farm. 
  • See beautiful Killarney from your seat on an Irish jaunting car. 
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Double $4,849
Single $5,799; Triple $4,819
Includes air from Phoenix. 

Call Terry Johnson 623-556-8010
for reservations, air from other departure cities
and land only pricing.

Double $7999
Single $9779
Includes air from Phoenix

Save $1299 by combining both trips.
Save even more: $150 Loyalty Credit can be applied
for a total savings of $1449.
Terry Johnson and Terri Dion will accompany this trip.
  Education and other Events
 
Irish Art and Architecture Fee: $25 Allen Reamer Friday 9-11 am 3/18, 3/25, 4/1 *  
  • Are you going to Ireland? Have you been to Ireland? Do you want to know something about Irish art history? In this course we will begin with the early art and architecture of Ireland starting with Neolithic dolmans and passage tombs. We will learn architectural styles and history of some of the major building in Ireland. In addition, we will learn about the art work of some of the artists from the 18th century until today. We begin with the Neolithic period and continue until we run out of time.
Spirit Tasting - Irish Spirits Fee: $50 Roman Yasinsky Monday 2-4 pm 3/21/2016 *  
  • Savor some fine Irish spirits and enjoy a generous selection of delicious appetizers prepared by Chef Aurore at Vogue Bistro. You will learn about the spirit producing process and much more.

Ireland Fee: $15 Marie McDermott Friday 1 - 2:30 pm 3/18, 3/25, 4/1  *  
  • Through the magic of the Internet, we'll take a look at this mystical country. After an overview of it's history, we'll look at the culture including the music, crafts, dance, etc. In Webquest fashion, this class will be a series of videos interspersed with a few bits of narration. 
Country Analysis - Ireland Fee: $10 john hall Monday 8 - 9:30 am 2/22, 3/7, and 3/14 no class 2/29 *  
  • There is more to any country than today's headlines. To mis-comprehend current events is something we all do every day. But there is a way to get it more right more often, and like so much in life it is rooted in making an effort. Come join a retired country analyst for a look at Ireland -- how can so small and simple and charming a place be so complex? What REALLY matters there? 
Travel - How to Pack and More Fee: $10 Terri Dion Thursday, March 31, 1 - 3 PM
     PORA Adult Learning, 13815 Camino del Sol, Sun City West, AZ 85375
  • There are a thousand things to do in the last few weeks before leaving for a trip. We’ll give you a blueprint to insure you don’t forget a thing! We’ll cover everything from getting a passport to packing your bag and walking out the door. Packing is often a challenge and different types of trips require different strategies, e.g. packing for a road trip is very different from packing for a safari. We’ll talk about the differences and do a live demonstration. This session assumes you’ve already planned your trip. ​  
    ​Enroll - Register On-Line or call 623-242-6864.

Legends of the Celtic Harp - The Door Between the Worlds - Patrick BAll, Lisa Lynne & Aryeh Frankfurter  
  7:30pm  8:30pm, Saturday, February 28, 2015, Unitarian Universalist Church, Surprise, AZ. Fee:  $20 at door. 
  • A dramatic journey of music & story into the realms of the Celtic "Otherworld".  Celtic people have always believed that there are two worlds - the world we live in, and "The Otherworld" - a Land of Faery filled with wonder and delight but also darkness and peril. Playing Celtic harp, Irish bouzouki, cittern and Swedish nyckelharpa, the group will take us on a dramatic journey with music and story into this mystical world. More information - Legends of the Celtic Harp.  Music Co-music directors Debby Bullins -bullinstax@cox.net, or Liz Merchant - lizmerch48@gmail.com - can answer any questions.
  • Ticket information ​
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Spirited Lads Celtic Music - Surprise Second Sundays in the Park, March 13, 4-6 pm: Click for more information

Lúnasa with Tim O’Brien - Tuesday, March 15 | 7:00 p.m., Tickets: $38.50–$48.50.  Click for more information.
  • The Irish music dream team and the GRAMMY-winning musician embark on a transatlantic journey exploring the common roots, interplay, and musical influences at the heart of American and Irish music.

​Celtic Thunder - PBS (Channel 8 in Phoenix), Tuesday, March 15, 8:00 - 10:00 PM

Previous Classes
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Travel - Doing it!  Terri Dion,   Fee:  Two Identical Sessions:
     12/7/2015,  1:00 - 3:00:00 PM, Grand Learning, Chaparral Center.  Enroll through www.grandlearning.com.  Fee:  $5.
  • Thinking of a winter vacation?  Or perhaps a gift of travel this holiday season?  This is the class for you.  We’ll get down to the nitty gritty of travel - transportation, shoes, toilets, money, language, food, tipping, shopping, dealing with difficult situations and being the Beautiful American instead of the Ugly American.  Terri will share tips for the novice and experienced traveler, and class participants will share their own.  ​
Taste of Ireland  at Vogue Bistro - 11/16/2015, 5:30 - 7:30 PM.    Enroll through www.grandlearning.com.  Fee: $ 60 
  • Learn how Irish cuisine has evolved from meat and potatoes to fresh and vibrant new foods. Taste some of the newest dishes from Chef Aurore. Registration cuts off 2 days before the dinner - no last minute surprises! Meets at Vogue Bistro.
​Experience Ireland - Musical Instrument Museum, Mar. 14 and 15, 2015
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 pm 

SCG Music Club Presents SWITCHBACK-CELTIC SOUL - Oct 23rd and 24th, 2015- Cash Bar 6:00 p.m.
- Performance at 7:00 p.m.  $18.00 per person.   The Cimarron Nightclub 
  • Brian Fitzgerald and Martin McCormack are two of the most exciting and versatile entertainers we've had at the Nightclub. This show will feature their love of Irish music with a performance filled with the Irish songs we know and love. Marty's rendition of "Danny Boy" alone is worth the price of admission. In October, Switchback will be fresh off their latest European tour and heading to Arizona. We're lucky they found time in their touring schedule to share their talent with us. For more information call 623-583-4406. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.scgrandmusicclub.com or at the Activities Desk.​

Socials

Christmas Open House for Travelers:   3:00 - 5:00 PM, December 6, 2015

Travelers Wine and Appetizer Party - Introductions,  Q&A’s:  4:00 PM, March 13, 2016

Documents Party - 4:00 - 6:00 PM, May 22, 2016

Holiday Open House for Travelers:   3:00 - 6:00 PM, Sunday, December 11, 2016

Post Trip Party - Irish Wolfhound, 5 - 8 PM, January 29, 2017 
Travel and Destination Information
Click on the links below for more information

Enchanting Ireland Travel Tips - weather, packing, electricity, etc.

Travelers Checklist

Culture and Cuisine
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Reading List for Ireland

How to Create a Collette Loyalty Account

15 Experiences Every Traveller Should Have in Ireland - TravelZoo Article

John Menard's Photo Show of Ireland

What to Do in Belfast - NYT Video and Article

36 Hours in Dublin

36 Hours in Galway
Click the links below to view Rick Steve's travel videos
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Breaking News - Ireland