Ireland With Michael

Michael embarks on a nostalgic journey to the City of the Tribes, reconnecting with friends from his Riverdance days to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Trad on the Prom. Escaping to the serene beauty of Connemara, he tries his hand at angling and marvels at the impressive art collection housed in the luxurious Ballynahinch Castle.

Exploring Killeavy Castle; the fine art of cheese-making; The Four Harps; Derry Girls; Ebrington Hotel.

American civil rights connection in Wexford; pot still whiskey paired with local cheese; The Bow Tide; a cooking lesson from television chef Paul Flynn.

The Republic of Cork; Bandon House & Gardens; horseback riding; Five Farms Liquor; fresh oysters; a landlady with a story from outer space.

Traveling along the Wild Atlantic Way, stops include Killybegs and Glencolmcille Folk Village; Byrne Brothers; a surfing lesson on Strandhill Beach; seaweed bath.

Kenmare's local chocolates and pottery; mezzo soprano Grace Foley; touring the scenic Ring of Kerry; a pony and trap ride through Killarney National Park; Iveragh Peninsula.

Adventure along the Royal Canal; cycling and horseback riding across the Ballyfin Demesne; clay pigeon shooting and golfing at The K Club; food historian Santina Kennedy.

The Iowa Irish Festival features performances by the Byrne Brothers and Colm Keegan; Keepers of the Steps.