Come to Ireland for Brigid
Stay for the magic

All spots are booked via a $500 USD deposit. This is required to hold your spot and is non-refundable. Accepted payments: CC, PayPal, Wise or bank transfer. If you require any other than CC, please email hello@richelletakesyou.com to receive links and payment information. The full balance is due 30 days prior to arrival. Payment plans are available. Simply reach out and we'll get that sorted. If the full amount feels like a lot up front, we offer a payment plan, just ask and we'll walk you through it. We'd rather see you on this trip than see cost be the reason you weren't.

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Shared means you share with another woman (two beds), either the person you are travelling with or we thoughtfully pair you. Single rooms remain available for the 5-night journey and are sold out for the 10-day journey. One thing worth knowing: a private room isn't an upcharge we add, it's simply the hotel's actual rate for a single room. When you share, you're splitting that same rate with your roommate. We're not marking anything up either way.

If you need a roommate match, this will be noted, and as bookings come in I'll do my best to pair guests. If no roommate can be found or matched, you're responsible for the single-rate difference.

Singles for the 10-day journey are officially sold out - all 4 were booked! If you'd still like a private room, email me and I'll reach out right away if one opens up. The 5-night option still has single availability.

Absolutely! Most women who join us arrive solo, that's the norm here, not the exception. By the time you land, you'll already have a group chat going.

That's completely normal, and you're not alone in feeling it. We handle the logistics, provide a detailed itinerary, and you'll have my support (and the group's) from the moment you book. Most women tell me the nerves disappear within hours of meeting everyone.

Women generally range from their late 30s to mid 60s, with most in their 40s and 50s. Age isn't what bonds this group, it's the shared curiosity, sense of adventure, and willingness to say yes to something new.

Yes. We host a pre-trip group video call so you can meet fellow travelers, ask questions, and get excited together before you even pack your bag.

Yes. After you book, you receive a welcome email to confirm your booking. We also host a group chat on WhatsApp before departure so you can meet fellow travelers and ask questions. This will be set-up after January 1, 2027. And if you are planning further travels or need more support, Richelle offers personalized trip planning services at different tiers for your budget. Simple email to chat more about your needs.

Richelle offers trip planning and design services to support your travel before or beyond the group trip, from accommodation and transport to a day-by-day itinerary. Email hello@richelletakesyou.com to inquire about package rates.

Dublin Airport (DUB). We recommend arriving by the afternoon of January 29 so you can settle in before our welcome gathering that evening.

The train from Kildare to Dublin on the morning of February 1 and from Dublin to Sligo on February 3 are included. Any additional trains are not.

Transportation that isn’t part of the planned itinerary is at your own expense. This includes:

• The taxi to and from the pottery workshop in Sligo
• Any additional taxis, buses or trains you choose to take
• Extra time in a location if you decide not to return with the group
• Onward travel after the trip ends, whether that’s in Dublin on February 3rd or in Sligo on February 7th

Each of these is paid directly by you at the time.

A car is not required. Group transfers from Kildare to Dublin and Dublin to Sligo are included. But if you feel a car would be beneficial, you are more than welcome to organize one.

Breakfast is included daily. We also include several group dinners. You'll have free time to explore local pubs and cafes for other meals.

Dietary needs and allergies

You are welcome to join with dietary needs or allergies, but I cannot guarantee that meals or experiences will accommodate them. Menus can be limited, and I am not able to arrange specialized meals for medical dietary needs such as celiac disease or severe allergies. I will pass along any needs you share to the restaurants for the meals included in the itinerary, but you are responsible for confirming ingredients and managing your own dietary choices. A surcharge may apply for any specialized accommodation.

This trip is designed for an easy to moderate activity level. Most days include walking through town, gentle countryside strolls, and some standing during workshops and festival events, often on cobblestones, hills or uneven ground. Nothing strenuous is required, and this isn’t a trip built around physical challenge. The pace is relaxed, but the group moves together and the itinerary stays as planned, so please be honest with yourself about your comfort level before booking. If you have a mobility consideration, an energy limit, or recent injury or surgery, tell me when you book so we can talk through whether the trip is a good fit.

In Sligo we’ll spend a hands-on session at a local pottery studio. Your workshop, all materials, firing and glaze are included. Getting to and from the studio is not included, so you’ll want to factor in a short taxi ride, which we will share as a group. If you would like your finished ceramics sent to you once firing is complete, you can discuss shipping costs with the pottery guide.

Expect cool, crisp winter weather with temperatures around 5 to 10°C (40 to 50°F). Rain is always possible, so layers and a waterproof jacket are your best friends.

Tipping is at your discretion. For group meals that are included, gratuities are handled. If you dine on your own, standard local tipping applies.