Time-share or fractional ownership? Haute boutique hotel or luxurious beachside resort?

As temperatures warm up Stateside, we advocate a journey to the verdant Emerald Isle, where the kiddies splash in the drizzle, wearing raincoats and wellington boots!

From a historic medieval castle in County Mayo to a 5-star Georgian hotel in Dublin City Center, here's this ‘Mama's Guide' to holidaying in Ireland:

The Quintessential Irish Fairytale: Ashford Castle
Surrounded by woodland and set on an impressive 350 acres of the stunning West Coast, Ashford Castle is our top choice for living large! Take afternoon tea in the decadent drawing room or soak in the claw-foot tub in your marble bathroom. While you relax in the elegant grandeur of your magical surroundings, your little prince and princess are invited to take part in the Juniors at Ashford program. Here, they can choose from a range of activities which include falconry, fly fishing and horse riding. While the kids settle down to a night of specially prepared snacks and milk and cookies, mum and dad are invited to dine in the very grand George V room.

The Story of Dingle
Well-known for its annual 100 inches of rain, Ireland's most westerly town is also home to adorable Fungi, the bottle-nose dolphin! Since 1984, Fungi has been guiding the fishing boats safely into harbor. Why not take a boat trip and be entertained by this lovable character as he leaps and dives for fish?