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Just Back from Ireland!

Posted by Tom Casey on 8/20/21 12:50 PM

International travel may feel like a distant memory, but not for 30 hardy souls that joined Tom Coyne for the 5th playing of the Coyne Cup last week in Southwest Ireland!

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An Update on COVID-19

Posted by Tom Casey on 8/4/21 9:00 AM

Our team is monitoring the travel guidelines closely and doing everything possible to ensure that our travelers make smart, informed decisions. (For more, see our terms & conditions)

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Where to pay tribute to WWII while visiting England.

Posted by Tom Casey on 7/1/19 4:00 PM

The recent observance of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day in England was a reminder of all the attractions and sites to visit that honor and educate people about World War II. Fascinating and moving exhibits and memorials can be found throughout...

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Old Sod Travel, Scandinavian-American World Tours Join the Blank Canvas Tours Family

Posted by Tom Casey on 4/22/19 9:58 AM

April 22, 2019 – Williamstown, MA – Old Sod Travel and Scandinavian American World Tours, two established luxury tour operators, are joining the Blank Canvas Tours family to now include unique and beautiful travel experiences in destinations such as...

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Visiting Northern England

Posted by Tom Casey on 11/27/18 4:00 PM

Have you ever considered a vacation in the British Isles without setting foot in Edinburgh or London? If you enjoy exploring beautiful coastlines, mountains, and lakes; visiting castles and historic attractions while eating fabulous meals, we’ve got...

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An American in Dublin

Posted by Tom Casey on 8/29/18 10:13 PM

In April I was attending a trade conference in Dublin. One of my colleagues suggested that I contact her brother in law, Keith, and see if we couldn’t arrange a time to get together for a pint or two of the “black stuff”. In the interest of...

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St. Andrews: The true “Home of Golf”

Posted by Tom Casey on 8/13/18 9:52 AM

Most Americans have heard of St. Andrews in Scotland. Located by the North Sea, the ancient town is home to St. Andrews University, where Kate Middleton met her Prince. The University and its students dominate the town during the school year....

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Destination Ireland: Dublin, Donegal, Belfast, and more

Posted by Tom Casey on 12/21/17 10:00 AM

Those of us that work at Old Sod Travel, love Ireland! It's why we do what we do. So when other people recognize things in or about Ireland that are exceptional, we love to help spread the word.

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An Insider’s Guide to the Top Dublin pubs, Part 3

Posted by Tom Casey on 4/30/17 1:01 PM

This is the third post in the Insider's Guide to the Top Dublin Pubs series, which explores two additional Pubs to visit in Dublin.

For a relatively small country, Ireland offers a wealth of natural wonders and cultural delights. With options...

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An Insider’s Guide to the Top Dublin pubs, continued

Posted by Tom Casey on 4/21/17 2:59 PM
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