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Ireland, Day 4: Heading West for Golf and a Fair!
Tap text for more. Today, was our first day of golf in Ireland—ever. I booked a round at The K Club, short for The Kildare Club, a resort with both a north course and a south course. This club is actually what started my plans for the trip because I often look at the calendar…
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Ireland, Day 3: We Become Dubliners for the Day!
August 29, 2026 Tap text for more. We woke up a bit late, but had to scamper because our walking tour began at 11. We decided to take the bus (!) and keep the beast of a car out of the big city. The bus stop was a half block away and the ride, on…
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Ireland, Day 2: Portmarnock, Arrived!
We went through lovely Heathrow, stayed for a few hours, then boarded a smaller place for Dublin. Right away, we struck up a conversation with our seat companion about great golf courses and weird rules. I said my favorite rule is that you can’t practice in your own bunker without a penalty, but most people…
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Going to Ireland, With a Bit of Luck!
August 28, 2026 Tap text for more. Hello, traveling friends, Come along with us. There’s never a quiz so take it at your own pace, or just look at the pictures. I’ll try to post plenty! We’re off again to new places, toting golf clubs, and warm sweaters. Our plan is simple but ambitious— do…
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Day 21: Germany is done, now for the last day in Czech Republic
Even though our wonderful cruise director was still with us, he was no longer on duty. All the guests left our hotel by about 10 am, so Kieron was found sitting on a bench without his red Viking shirt or suit—just a regular guy after all. We said our thanks and hope to meet again.…
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Patti Brugman is a thoughtful traveler who seeks out experiences that her armchair readers would like to share. Patti and her husband, John, like adventure and golf. Golf takes them to Scotland almost every year and to gorgeous courses that are off the tourist track. If you’re a golfer, you’ll be able to create your own dream trip from the detailed descriptions and maps that Patti provides. Additionally, Patti and John have travelled to Egypt, Antarctica, France, Great Britain, and domestic destinations. Please join in travel fun through Patti’s stories and photos.
You’ll read about watching lost luggage, armed with an air tag, travel all over Edinburgh before finally trundling down the country road of the farmhouse where she was staying. Or, another bag that took two days to arrive in Cairo. You’ll read about tasting haggis and see Patti’s expressive reaction to other less palatable concoctions. And you’ll marvel at the how close up views of penguins in Antarctica and how high the snow-covered trails took them. In Egypt, you’ll learn about the secret language of Ancient Egyptian and why structures that are more than 5,000 old are still strong and colorful.
Patti’s world is a glorious and colorful place, full of opportunities. Come travel with her and immerse yourself in language, adventure, food, and music. Her blogs make it easy to either delve deep into specific experiences or brush through as many as you can in search of one that suits your travel taste.
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