Ireland | Ashford Castle: An 800 Year Old Castle, Secret Trap Doors, and How Slow Travel is The Way to Experience Ireland

Robert Bowe is one of the top guest experience managers at Ashford Castle in Western Ireland. Ashford may be an 800 year old castle, but it's also a modern day icon in the world of luxury travel. Driving up to the castle, you'll feel like you're in Camelot - you'll first see the lush green grounds set next to the ocean. Then you'll discover the history, the secret passageways, and the fine silks and antiques throughout the property. It sounds like it could be stuffy - but it's not. The service comes from the heart and makes it feel like coming home. Robert is your typical Irishman, with loads of great stories to tell (really, we could have gone on for hours!) and an amazing charm. We discuss little known stories about the castle, what keeps guests coming back year after year, and a little celebrity gossip too! Looking to book a luxury hotel? Get special perks and support the podcast by booking here: https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sarahgroen/travel/luxury-hotels If you want our expert guidance and help planning a luxury trip with experiences you can't find online, tell us more here and we'll reach out: https://bellandblytravel.com/book-a-trip/    See show notes, photos, and listener perks  HERE. Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn