An invitation to settle into the rhythm of a place for 2 to 3 weeks, or string together multiple LiveAways Trips to get away even longer. Sometimes the most profound travel experiences come from fully immersing yourself in a location. Our LiveAway programs are thoughtfully designed for those who seek to deeply connect with a place, its people, and its culture. These extended stays offer an opportunity to experience a region not as a tourist, but as a temporary local.
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The Journey
From the founder
Why we love to travel
Gordon
Ireland has been one of the most in-demand programs in our travel community. So what is it about Ireland that captivates the imagination of so many of us?
The humour and charm of the Irish people is certainly part of it, as well as the subconscious pull of heritage for those of us with Irish descendants. And of course there are the landscapes, and that marvellous, iridescent shade of green that covers the hills dotted with sheep.
It's that green that stands out most to me. There is something about the aliveness in those shades that speaks to the mysterious allure of Ireland, where the stories of the fae and other elemental energies have seeped into the landscapes and communities across the island. To hear it from the Irish, they are not just stories; they are often presented more as memories.
Perhaps Ireland is one of those places where you can reawaken that child-like sense of wonderment that, just maybe, there really is magic out there in the world. After all, this is why we travel, is it not?
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The moments
Six moments to look forward to
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Duration
2-3 weeks (combinable)
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Stay per location
7-14 days per location
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Group Size
10–18 travellers maximum
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Schedule: Highly Flexible
Full/half-day excursions every other day
Informal social events so you can get to know your fellow members.
Optional add-on experiences.
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This approach allows you to:
Fully immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle
Explore a region thoroughly, finding things tourists would overlook
Develop a genuine understanding of your temporary home
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The hallmarks of a LiveAway program is the sense of community it fosters.
We have included a number of W&A Mingles, informal social gatherings that give you the chance to spend good social time with fellow members. And on top of that, by having all that free time it affords you plenty of opportunities to venture out with your new-found friends and discover all together.
By choosing a Wheel & Anchor LiveAway, you're opting for more than just a vacation – you're embracing a lifestyle.
It's an opportunity to slow down, absorb the essence of a place, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're sipping coffee at a neighborhood café, chatting with local shopkeepers on the third or fourth time you stop into their shop, or exploring hidden corners of your temporary home, a LiveAway allows you to experience travel in its most engaged and rewarding form.
Practicalities
Things you'll want to know
What to expect
Savour each moment without the pressure of a busy itinerary.
LiveAways are designed to embody the philosophy of slow travel, allowing you to appreciate the simple pleasures like a leisurely afternoon at a café. Many of our LiveAways members return back to the same destination in the following years because of the connections they created with it.
Our new LiveAways starting from 2026 are designed to give you the freedom to customize the experience to suit your own pace and interests. Take time to explore on your own while at the same time we have included what we feel are some of the “must see” highlights of each spot. This way, you know you’re not missing out on what you would want to see anyway, in the company of your fellow community members, but still having plenty of time to do what you’d like, when you’d like to.
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