Thank crunchy it’s Spring! January seemed like 3 months long and February was a blur of back to back weather warnings and storms named after your cousin Ciara and Uncle Dennis! We’re afraid to jinx it, but it feels like Spring is finally here! The days are getting longer,…
This spring the heart of Ireland is offering Adventure, Excelleration, and New Discoveries. Spring brings a new start, fresh travel ideas and longer days to make those ideas a reality. Why not find out for yourself the amazing adventures you, your other half, your friends, and your family can take.…
What is Nollaig na mBán? Nollaig na mBán is an old Irish tradition celebrating the huge contribution Irish women made in society. It was a day of rest for women who would have traditionally undertaken all the household chores for Christmas along with caring for…
If you’re looking for something different or something that will give you that wow factor during your stay at Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone then go to Ireland’s sacred centre, the Hill of Uisneach. Mythology, mystery and history shroud this once incredibly vibrant sacred site. Learn of the Sun…
Athlone Castle stands proudly on the banks of the River Shannon in Athlone Town. If you are looking for a hotel near Athlone Castle then Hodson Bay is the perfect choice. Athlone Castle is a fantastic structure with an even more fantastic history associated with warriors and leaders from various…
Where does the name Hodson Bay get its name? It’s interesting to take a look at where you are visiting. Remember everywhere has a history? Everywhere has a story to be told. Knowing things about a place is what connects us to a place and its people. After all, why…
