Slieve Binnian is a mountainous peak nestled in the Mountains of Mourne. It’s the third highest peak in Northern Ireland reaching a height of 2,451 feet or 747 metres. An Armchair Photo Tour Of Slieve Binnian: On a sunny day, those who make it to Binnian’s summit are rewarded with some of the […]
Discover Dursey Island On Ireland’s Only Cable Car
Dursey Island lies off the coast of County Cork at the south westerly point of the Beara Peninsula, a mountainous promontory jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. Today I have a visual treat for you. Come take an armchair tour of this lovely island with me. Thanks to Barb, a reader in Boston, for sending […]
A Dip In The Forty Foot – A Dublin Christmas Tradition
Taking a plunge in the icy waters of the Irish sea off Dublin’s coastline is a Christmas Day tradition in Ireland’s capital city. This is not a feat for the faint of heart. Throngs of hardy Dubliners brave the freezing waters off the Forty Foot in Sandycove, one of Ireland’s most historic bathing spots. […]
Visual Proof You Must See Sherkin Island
Are you a nature lover looking for a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of daily life? Then Sherkin Island off the coast of West Cork may be the perfect spot for a peaceful getaway. Visiting an Irish island can be a truly memorable experience, especially when the sun shines. Ireland is an […]
The West Cork Coastline
The coastline of County Cork is part of the Wild Atlantic Way, and the scenery found in West Cork is simply breathtaking. The ocean vistas with mountainous peninsulas jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean, are awe inspiring and have to be seen to be believed. Today I have a little video treat for you. Here’s […]
Photos of Ireland Featuring Counties Kerry, Cork and Donegal.
Ireland is a spectacular subject for photographs. Mother Ireland can look amazing for professional and amateur photographers alike. Many of you have journeyed to my homeland to personally witness the majesty of her scenery, and along your merry way, you’ve snapped some incredible shots of sites and sights found all around the Emerald Isle. Today […]
Barley Cove Beach, West Cork
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. […]
Monthly Update From Anne Driscoll
It’s time for our monthly update from Anne Driscoll, an American living in Ireland, who shares her Irish adventures and insights into what it means to be Irish, and to become Irish. And so, without further ado, let me hand you over to Anne….. Introducing Ireland To Friends: It’s exactly three years and eight months […]
How to Tour Ireland Your Own Way
One of the reasons why travelers dislike travel packages is they find them restrictive and inflexible. Packaged trips don’t really give you a say on the itineraries, accommodation, restaurants, or stops along the way. The only real advantage of these packages is they take you from point A to point B, without you having to […]
Sea Stack Ascents Off The West Coast Of Ireland
Join me on a journey today to some of Ireland’s most isolated places. Since 2007 Iain Miller and his friends have been exploring and climbing sea stacks found dotted around the coastline of Ireland. Their favorite climbs lie along the spectacular coasts of counties Donegal and Mayo. And you all know how much I love […]
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