CARNA — "So, what part of the motherland are you in right now, Tom?" Boston's Mayor-elect Martin J. Walsh asked me in a recent phone call as misted peaks loomed beyond my window. I had just arrived at ...

Nestled along the ruggedly beautiful Atlantic coast of Ireland lies a treasure as ancient and enchanting as Ireland itself. Connemara Marble, found exclusively in this wild and captivating region, is ...

Ireland is a land known to be steeped in myth and rich cultural heritage, while also inviting travelers to see its scenic landscapes, castles and cities. In this travel guide, we'll explore the ...

The Connemara pony, known in Irish as the Capaillín Chonamara, is a hardy, yet kind-hearted breed of horse unique to Ireland and native to the area in the west of Ireland known for its rugged yet ...

Afton resident Leslie Thomas has spent years researching her family’s Irish roots. She’s scoured genealogy sites, traveled to Ireland more than 10 times, and is one of the founders of a Facebook group ...

THE FAMOUS Connemara pony, renowned for its durability and gentle nature, is being challenged in the European horse market by another unheralded Irish breed. The Irish Tinker, otherwise the piebald ...

Ireland's peat bogs have heated Irish homes for centuries. But could cycling through them help fuel a slow travel revolution and save this landscape? Cycling The Bog Road through Roundstone Bog in ...

The Connemara pony is a gentle but hardy companion that has gained fame for its natural jumping ability. According to Irish mythology, the Connemara developed after Spanish horses escaped from a ...