Garinish Island “Garinish Island is magical,” exclaimed two of our B&B hosts. It provides a garden of unique species from around the world as well as a stately mansion to visit. One host lived in the nearby town of Glengarriff as a young girl. She and a girlfriend would spend a whole day on theContinue reading “Great Garinish”
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Krazy Killarney
Why You Should Visit Killarney National Park Killarney NP is a pleasant drive through forest, lakes, and mountains rather than what we think of as quintessential Ireland. Now mix in castles, estates and gardens, and you have a diverse set of things to do. Author & Photographer: George Mitchell George’s Bio Our recommendations are not influenced by affiliateContinue reading “Krazy Killarney”
Ring of Kerry
To many tourists the Ring of Kerry is the one pilgrimage point that everyone goes to. Many others feel that other places are far better value. So is the Ring of Kerry worthwhile? Many people on say no. We do not agree.
Heart Pounding Healy Pass
Healy Pass is not for the faint of heart! The drive is as spectacular as it is challenging. Two way road is just a suggestion and some drivers think they own the road! Healy Pass and the Rock of Cashel are our top must-see places so far.
Cloudy Cobh to Kool Kinsale
Do you want to see where the Titanic set sail for North America? Do you want to hear the youth choir practicing some hymns inside St. Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh? Do you want to photograph interesting and colourful buildings in Kinsale. This post describes the short day trip around Kinsale.
From Kilkenny to Kinsale
Normally day 6 would have been a short two hour drive from Kilkenny to Kinsale. But the day was really about Castles and Bridges!
Shock of Cashel
Rock of Cashel After driving 75 minutes over rolling farmland, suddenly we had a huge shock. A massive set of grey buildings rose high above the verdant green valley. The second shock was a large pull-off at an even closer viewpoint. Could we order more of these, please? Most of Ireland’s regional roads are narrow,Continue reading “Shock of Cashel”
Kilkenny Cousins
Kilkenny Adventures Kilkenny is considered the medieval capital of Ireland. This is a questionable claim. The town may have started in the medieval ages, but the buildings span from the Tudor Era to the 18th century. Author & Photographer: George Mitchell George’s Bio Our recommendations are not influenced by affiliate links – we do not have any. OurContinue reading “Kilkenny Cousins”
Glorious Glendalough
Glendalough was a special find of an archaeological sight plus a scenic drive in the countryside. Do not miss it!
The Power of Powerscourt
Do you want to see a gorgeous garden? You will especially like two sections for the Italianate Gardens and the Japanese Gardens.
Terra Encounters 