Stephanie Woollard OAM, a third- generation Irish descendant, is the founder and CEO of The Celtic Way Tours, offering immersive journeys through Ireland's rich heritage. With over a decade of experience leading tours, Stephanie blends her deep- rooted connection to Irish traditions with her passion for authentic cultural exchanges. Recognized globally for her humanitarian work, including the Rotary International Responsible Business Award presented at the United Nations and the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), Stephanie's expertise ensures transformative travel experiences that celebrate the spirit of Ireland.

Ruairí Costello, from Scariff in East Clare, is a farmer, internationally recognised Irish fly-caster and champion angler. He won the first official World Fly-Casting Championship and has represented Ireland with top placings at world events, including a silver at the 2012 World Fly-Casting Championships.

Beyond sport, Ruairí is deeply passionate about Irish culture and heritage. He often takes visitors around East Clare and across the island, offering a true and authentic Irish experience that blends his skills as a fisherman with his love of the land, storytelling, and rural traditions.

Grant Cameron is a seasoned travel professional with over a decade of experience in the industry and a strong background in leadership and exemplary customer service. He assists with a wide range of travel, including adventure, corporate, group, independent, leisure, and luxury travel, ensuring each journey is seamless and memorable. As a core member of The Celtic Way team, Grant helps travellers with all logistics before and after their trips — from organising flights, transfers, extra travel arrangements, and additional nights of accommodation — making every experience smooth, stress-free, and truly enjoyable.

Genealogist at Hibernia Roots | Oral & Local Historian | 2nd-Generation Entrepreneur

Noreen Maher is a passionate genealogist and founder of Hibernia Roots, dedicated to connecting people with their Irish ancestry. As an oral and local historian, she brings Ireland’s stories to life through deep research and community connections. We’re proud to collaborate with Noreen at the Irish Family Heritage Trust, where her expertise helps families rediscover and celebrate their roots.

Mary Pratt is a relative of Steph Woollard and a dear friend of The Celtic Way. She is deeply passionate about discovering family history, especially in the context of the times our ancestors lived in. Her wealth of knowledge in Irish history and culture adds richness and meaning to our heritage experiences.

Mary is also a fluent Irish speaker and carries a strong conviction to speak and savour the Irish language, keeping it alive as a vital link to the past and a source of pride for future generations.

She has shared her knowledge at group dinners in Donegal, helping guests connect with their heritage in powerful and personal ways. Mary also hosted a beautiful lunch and morning tea at her home in Buncrana, offering what’s been described as the best of Ireland’s welcome — known in Irish as Céad Míle Fáilte (a hundred thousand welcomes).

Guests enjoyed her homemade scones with jam and cream, a drop of Irish whiskey (or tea for non-whiskey drinkers), and the warm hospitality that has made it one of the most memorable local experiences on tour.

Her son, Jonathan Pratt, also a friend of The Celtic Way, welcomed our group with a fantastic lunch, further adding to the sense of connection and homecoming.

Mary’s generosity, knowledge, and love for Ireland continue to leave a lasting impact on all who meet her.

Wendy Drinan brings warmth, experience and a shared passion for Ireland to The Celtic Way. As the wife of Peadar Drinan — a proud Irishman and founder of the What’s the Story campaign, which invites others to reconnect with their Irish heritage — Wendy shares not just in the vision, but in the journey itself.

She currently works at the iconic Bunratty Castle, one of Ireland’s most spectacular and storied castles, where she delights in helping visitors immerse themselves in the spirit and stories of the past. With a deep love for welcoming and guiding others, we love having Wendy as a dear friend of The Celtic Way.

Peadar Drinan is an Irish artist whose deep love for Ireland – its history, its people, and its spiritual heart – runs through everything he creates. Based in Cork, Peadar’s artistic practice spans sculptural commissions and expressive oil paintings, many of which reflect Ireland’s ancient symbols, natural landscapes, and sacred heritage. His public works, like The Solar Ring and The Healing Hand Triptych, evoke a sense of both timeless mythology and modern healing.

But Peadar’s devotion to Ireland extends beyond the canvas.

In recent years, he launched a heartfelt campaign titled “What’s the Story”, a cultural movement aimed at reconnecting Irish people and visitors alike with the deeper stories behind the places, saints, and traditions that shape Ireland’s identity. Central to this is his admiration for St. Patrick, not just as a historical figure, but as a symbol of personal transformation, courage, and spiritual rootedness.

Alongside him in this mission is his wife, a passionate storyteller in her own right, who currently works at one of Ireland’s most spectacular heritage sites — Bunratty Castle in County Clare. Known for its immersive tours and living history experiences, Bunratty is a perfect fit for someone as dedicated to sharing Irish culture as she is. Together, they embody a shared belief in the power of stories to bring the past to life and to inspire the present.

Speaker | Teacher | Author | Founder of Transform The World

Tommy Stewart is a dynamic speaker, author, and leadership mentor passionate about inspiring positive transformation in communities and organisations worldwide. He is the founder and leader of Transform The World, a movement equipping and inspiring people for impact across the globe. Tommy also advises international ministries and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Christian Leadership at The New International University.

A friend of The Celtic Way, Tommy shares his love for Ireland, its people, and leadership insights with groups on our heritage tours, bringing inspiration and meaningful connection to every experience.