Guide to The Tower of London

Tower of London

The Tower of London has to be one of the coolest places to visit in London, maybe even all of England. So much history, amazing architecture, great guides lead by Beefeaters (coolest name ever), ravens to ensure that England doesn’t fall, and even the crown jewels. There’s also amazing suits of armor, torture devices, ghost … Read more

Guide to Ross Castle & Killarney National Park

Killarney, Ireland is a magical place. Ireland as a whole is a beautiful, amazing verdant isle but there is something about Killarney that is just *that* more full of wonder and magic. After visiting the area, we honestly can believe that leprechauns are real and fairies and gold and all of those things are entirely … Read more

Why You Should Book a Castle for Your Family Reunion

It’s not very often that you get to spend a weekend or a week with some of your favorite people just catching up and having fun. We’re rounding up a list of some of the best reasons why you should book a castle, some of the castles we recommend, and even some things to bring … Read more

Guide to Dublin Castle

Located in the middle of the city, Dublin castle is a beautiful, storied castle complex with newer portions built in the Victorian times and the oldest tower built in 1204. Boasting lovely staterooms, gorgeous paintings and statuary, this building was the governmental seat in Ireland for most of the past 800 years! There’s quite a … Read more

Guide to Neuschwanstein Castle

Easily one of the most recognizable castles in the world that has inspired so many others (we’re looking at you Disney) and also one of the most frequently mispronounced. (Check out our easy pronunciation guide below). Neuschwanstein literally means ‘New swan stone,’ referencing two older castles particularly, Schwanstein, that was near the site previously. If … Read more