I kind of feel bad for the Beara Peninsula. It’s overshadowed by its 2 neighbors to the north — the Iveragh Peninsula (the Ring of Kerry) and the Dingle Peninsula. The thing of it is — it’s just as beautiful but without the crowds and the tour busses. Now I haven’t been to the Ring…
There are so many ancient sites in Ireland. In fact I would have to write about 20 posts just to cover them all — there are that many. But there are those that stand out to me for some reason — reasons I always struggle putting into words because when it comes to these ancient…
Yes I am going to Ireland in 2018. It will be my sixth trip to this beautiful country. And my second visit in 2 years. Why do I continue to return to a country that I’ve been to? Love. I have a love affair with this magical, mystical, gorgeous country filled with the nicest people…
13 Great Tips To Avoid A Panic Attack While Driving in Ireland & Scotland Last Updated: September 12, 2024 The whole driving in another country thing can set off waves of panic in some people. As a travel advisor I always ask my clients if they want to drive and are comfortable driving in another…
Welcome back to Charming Places — a series in which I talk about the places I stay. From B&B’s, hotels and guesthouses to apartments and farm stays, I’ll give my honest thoughts on these spaces. I’ve found that the accommodation I choose to stay often directly affects how I feel about a particular destination. And how I…
The locals and the regular visitors to Dunfanaghy, Ireland know about Tramore Beach. You can see the dreamy look in their eyes as they talk about it. It’s kind of a secret yet it’s not. You might read about it in a guidebook or on a website. I found it in Lonely Planet. Yet there’s…
