The Remnants of the “Seven Castles” of Clonmines: Co Wexford
The amazing ruins along Bannow Bay offer fantastic views. However, history has lost which structures were among the “Seven Castles … more
The Vee in Rhododendron Season: Co. Tipperary & Waterford
A drive through The Vee (aka “The Gap”) is exceptional any time of the year, but when the rhododendrons are … more
A Most Stunning Roadside Oasis at Sheefry Pass: Co. Mayo
Every road in Ireland’s Connemara region seems to lead to a stunning site, but the side road over Sheefry Pass … more
An Incredible Walk with a Hawk, Co. Clare
Falconry has sparked the imagination for centuries, and the Burren Birds of Prey Centre delivers an informative and exciting experience … more
Avoid Crowds at the Cliffs of Moher by Taking Guerin’s Path: Co. Clare
In the summer, the visitor centre at the Cliffs of Moher can be overrun with tourists. Those in the know … more
St Mullin’s Monastic Site – Co Carlow
St. Mullin’s Monastic Site in County Carlow was founded in the early 8th century by St. Moling (614-697 AD) with … more
The Wreck of the Steamship Plassey: Co Galway
On a recent visit to the Aran Islands I took this picture of the Motor Vessel Plassy (or Plassey).
The … more
Irish Gothic Rosserk Friary, County Mayo
Built in the late Irish Gothic style, Rosserk Friary was founded in 1460 by a member of the Joyce family. … more
Tobernalt Holy Well, County Sligo
While on a beautiful country drive in County Sligo, we came upon an amazing spiritual and peaceful place known as
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Crossing the Bridge and the IRA Monument: Killaloe, Co Clare
Today, the historic arched bridge that crosses the Shannon River to connect the villages of Ballina in Co Tipperary and … more
Meeting the Puffins on Skellig Michael: Co Kerry
A trip to Skellig Michael sometimes includes a rough sea crossing, but a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage site … more
The Long and Winding Road to Gleninchaquin: Beara Peninsula, Co Kerry
Hidden in a scenic glacial valley less than 20 miles from Kenmare is Gleninchaquin Park. A small one-track road … more
Oscar Wilde in the Park: Dublin
The jury’s out on whether Mr. Wilde would approve of the slightly bawdy statue commemorating him in Merrion Square. Perched … more
The Round House and Walking the Grand Canal: Tullamore, Co Offaly
The Round House at Boland’s Lock is one of the grandest lock keepers homes on the canal. When architect Michael … more
A Visit to Yeats’ Grave: Drumcliff, Co Sligo
The Pulitzer Prize winning poet W. B. Yeats died in France in 1939, but according to his wishes he was … more
Art, History and Room to Roam at Lough Boora Parklands: Leabeg, Co Offaly
This low lying bog area was once a major peat mining operation. But once the peat was cutaway, the land … more
Mebh’s Grave Knocknarea, Co Sligo
Knocknarea is an iconic landmark in Sligo. Located on the scenic Strandhill road, the small mountain rises prominently with dramatic … more
Annestown Beach: Annestown, Co Waterford
On the coast road between Tramore and Dungarvan, Annestown Beach offers a pleasant seaside stop. The shoreline is a mix … more
Barryscourt Castle, County Cork
Barryscourt Castle is a wonderfully restored tower house, occupying a ancient site. The 16th century castle was home to … more
Brandon Point, Mountain, and Village: Brandon, Co Kerry
Brandon is a much-bypassed area of the Dingle Peninsula, north of Dingle via the Conor Pass. Continue along the road … more
