Compass: Ireland


How I’m Dealing with the Coronavirus Lockdown in Ireland
By Derek CullenFor many people, even those fortunate enough to have their livelihood or health unaffected by the coronavirus, this pandemic is affecting us all. It’s true, one third of the world is under restrictions, and even my own country went into full-lockdown this week. While I can appreciate these measures, this … Read more Read more
Ireland Social Responsibility
Aran Mor: Reliving a Traditional Way of life in Ireland
By Derek CullenFor many visitors, it comes as a surprise that two languages are spoken in certain parts of Ireland. That is to say, Ireland is predominantly an English-speaking country but specific pockets known as “Gaeltacht” regions use Gaelic (Irish) as their spoken tongue. Now, that’s not to say these locals will … Read more Read more
Ireland History Preservation
One Magical Night on the Great Blasket Island in Ireland
By Derek CullenI was frustrated when the Wi-Fi died. My trip to the Great Blasket Island was hinging on the availability of a small boat, and I was now unable to contact the owner. However, after a ten-minute jog to the harbour in Dunquin, I was welcomed on board – the result … Read more Read more
Ireland Off the Beaten Path
Tonya and Ian on The Cliffs of Moher in Ireland
This is our personal take on one of our favorite attractions. The Cliffs of Moher offers an extraordinary view can be found on the west coast of Ireland. From atop the vertical drop of the cliffs one can see the heaving Atlantic ocean below and across the water to the … Read more Read more
Ireland Family Travel Landscape
Touring Ireland and introducing Irish Tenor Michael Londra
Adare Manor, Ireland. Photo: Tonya Fitzpatrick World Footprints will travel parts of Ireland with tour guide Will Collins who will take us on a well-rounded journey through the Emerald Isle. Will shares some of Ireland’s culinary and sporting traditions as well as the country’s interesting festivals, including a match-makers … Read more Read more
Ireland Literature & Music
LEGACY SHOW: Ireland’s Hidden Gems
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.Travel'n On Radio returns to Ireland to discover some hidden gems, explore off the beaten path attractions and play golf on one of the many Links courses on the … Read more Read more
Ireland Experiences Off the Beaten Path Sports History