Introduction
Someone once asked me, “if you could travel to anywhere in the world for free where would you go first?” That was easy! England! I always had an attraction to the UK and Ireland. I loved to read novels and watch movies that were set mostly in medieval times.
One of my favorite movies set in Ireland is, “The Silent Man,” starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. It is a wonderful love story between an Irish-American and a fiesty Irish redhead. I love watching the Starz TV series, “Outlander,” set mainly in Scotland. It’s about an English woman from the 1940s who is suddenly transported back in time to the mid 1700s and falls in love with a handsome Scottish highlander. This series, especially, made me feel something familiar, as if I knew these places. This is what sparked me to make the trip. The land was calling me.
This traveling adventure was a dream come true! It was like stepping back in time and imagining what it was like to have lived in those ancient and medieval places.
This travel book is full of photographs and history of the places visited.
Cover Photo:
Ross Castle, Killarney, Ireland
Reviews
As travel advisors, our greatest goal is to fulfill travelers’ dreams of exploring landscapes and cultures different from their own. Sandy’s informative storytelling of her journey through both time and place is most gratifying to travel professionals everywhere and an inspiration to other travelers.
– PAT FRANKS, Vacation Advisor, Covington Travel
“Sandy Kalaora has written a definitive book full of old world sites with a plethora of historical information. One can see from her strong body of work that you would have to visit these countries more than once to savor their charm. A great guide to many doorways!”
– CHRISTINE WHITEHEAD, author of The Wondrous Wizdom of Oz
“This book was a fun and an educational read. Although I have never visited these countries, this book has definitely peaked an interest for me to go there. The author has a way of writing to make you feel like you are with her and sharing her personal adventure. There were times I did not want to put the book down just to see what was next! This book contains a lot of information that would be a great and helpful companion to plan or travel with”
– P. BANCROFT, LMT, RM
“Sandy’s book gave me a captivating sense of the breadth and depth of the history of England, Scotland and Ireland. While reading, it was as if I was traveling alongside a knowledgeable tour guide, pointing out significant people and places, and, inspiring a strong desire to travel to the area. A doorway was opened that beckons to further explore the vast history of the people, their lives and architecture.”
– ANGELA GREENLEE
“England, Scotland and Ireland – A 14-Day Traveling Adventure – What a fantastic book, great easy read! I felt like I was traveling too! Very descriptive and the book has so many pictures. I can’t wait for more! After reading the book I want to make the trip too!”
– LOUISE BENDER
Copyright © Sandy Kalaora 2018