Barley Cove is one of Ireland’s most spectacular beaches and is found along the Wild Atlantic Way. One of my childhood stomping grounds, I spent many a summer’s day building sandcastles on this stunning strand. I think we all have places that haunt our memories, and Barley Cove is one such place for me. […]
Why Do People Kiss The Blarney Stone?
Have you ever wondered what’s the story behind the Blarney Stone? What’s all the fuss about landing a big smacker on a cold, inert lump of stone? And how on God’s good earth can a stone bestow the gift of eloquence? Image Credit Well, fear not! Today’s post will hopefully answer some, or maybe even […]
Mizen Head, County Cork
When you think of Irish cliffs and must-see tourist sites, the famous Cliffs of Moher in County Clare automatically spring to mind. But today, I’m going to take you on a tour of County Cork’s lesser known, but just as spectacular cliffs at Mizen Head, Ireland’s most south westerly point. I love to take you […]
Skipping Stones
Summer’s here – time for skipping stones across the water. Every child should learn to throw a stone in a smooth, gliding arc so that it ricochets across the surface of a lake or the still ocean. Do you remember how your heart seemed to pause as you counted each hop of a rock […]
Drombeg Stone Circle
When you think of stone circles, the mammoth monument at Stonehenge in England probably springs to mind. But did you know Ireland is home to many stone circles too? Today, I’m taking you on a photographic tour and a ramble around one such stone circle found near Glandore in County Cork. Drombeg is well worth a visit. […]
