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A few holidays have transformed quite like St. Patrick’s Day. It began in Ireland as a way to honour the country’s patron saint, but through both immigration and secularization, it has now become a worldwide day to pay tribute to all things Irish. Whether you’re looking to embrace your Irish roots or just want to […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Some might consider birds of prey the bad boys (and girls) of the bird world, but I think it’s unfortunate that they’ve acquired that reputation. Sure, they are known for their prowess as predators, and their antics for snatching up small animals may seem gruesome, but gifted […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 I was wide awake well before the alarm clock had a chance to let me know it was 5 a.m., yet the gleaming morning light was already peaking through one side of the curtains, spreading flickering shadows on the wall. The house was soundless; everyone was still asleep, and, […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Did you know that World Ocean Day is celebrated every year on the 8th of June? On this day, people around the world come together to celebrate and pay tribute to the ocean, so why don’t you join in too? The oceans are home to millions of […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Ever since we moved to Sligo five years ago, we’ve wandered around its many beaches, secluded forest trails, tourist attractions and various landscapes that tugged at our heartstrings. Yet, some of our best memories of exploring Yeats County were solidly tied to the evenings when we made […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 My profound romance with mountains started well before I actually had a chance to climb one, and it was well before I had a chance to see one with my own eyes. Just like with travelling and surfing, it was through the pages of beautifully written mountain […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Getting out into the wild and being surrounded by birds, trees and all living things is the best remedy for body and soul. It’s our sanctuary and happy place all in one. We believe that every wild and beautiful place we visit lets us experience living in […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 For several years, I’ve heard of Clare Island, a mountainous island guarding the entrance to Clew Bay, described with glowing superlatives. It was often referred to as a place where you can breathe in the fresh air, connect to the natural world and forget about your day-to-day […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Ireland, situated in Northern Europe just West of the United Kingdom, is a sought tourist destination for many reasons – the curving coastline sculpted by the full force of the Atlantic Ocean often leaves a lasting impression, the landscapes of barren limestone and sacred sights are steeped in […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Our first visit to County Donegal, where we stayed in Bundoran, visited Slieve League Cliffs and went surfing with TurfnSurf Surf school, felt like a rushed trip with way too much crammed into it. Various attractions and little villages we longed to finally see in County Donegal […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 Dusky hues of pink lit up the skies as I carried the last box of supplies needed for the road trip around Ireland’s largest peninsula to the car. When the sun gradually descended and gave way to the glow of the moon, my heart felt full as we […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 The ground was still moist from last night’s downpour, and every blade of grass was tilted under a heavy blanket of dew. Jet black clouds blocked out the sunbeams, but I could feel this was going to be a good day. We were embarking on yet another […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 We haven’t been to Glenveagh National Park for years and coming back reminded us why we were drawn to it so much in the first place. Firstly – the park is beautiful in all seasons. Spring is best for enjoying the fresh aromas of nature, with the summer […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 Stretching across northern Clare, from the Atlantic coast to a small stone harbour of Kinvara in County Galway, the Burren is an amazing place of limestone pavements that were formed beneath ancient seas roughly 300 million years ago. Therefore the park and its landscape are totally different […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 I call myself lucky to live in Sligo. I love the quiet solitude and how everyone greets one another. I love how the seasons change more starkly. I love going for a walk on tranquil country roads and knowing that the beach is only a few minutes […]
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Last Updated on the 15th of April, 2024 There’s nothing like a good day outside and that’s why outdoor adventures are a huge part of our lives. When I look back on last year’s journey along Ireland’s rugged coast, it struck me that it wasn’t about big shiny moments but more about the art of […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 Ireland is riddled with mystical locations and hidden treasures like the Gleniff Valley where you can be consciously aware of all elements of Earth. Where the rain brings rainbows and dynamic moments and where fast racing clouds suddenly open up and let the sun gleam through. Where […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 If you share our love for travel, we invite you to dive into yet another exciting journey where you can try delicious foods, photograph vast landscapes and have a memorable time. I can’t explain the whole experience of the sensory overload we had a chance to undergo while […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 We’ve always been fascinated by the rural roads we get to drive in Ireland as the unknowns that come with each trip provide a visceral sense of completeness. And, because a road trip to Connemara, a beautiful and at times desolate area, has been on our wish […]
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Last Updated on the 2nd of May, 2024 ven if you think you know what to expect from a certain place, being there in person will give it so much more context and excitement. After four hours of non-stop travelling, we finally arrived in Ireland’s second-largest city, Cork. Squinting in the bright afternoon sunshine we […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 After all the road trips we’ve done in Ireland this year, exploring a naturally fertile southwest laden with stunning scenery is the one to take the prize. Firstly, it was because we were finally allowed to travel within the country. Second, the opportunity to devote our time […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 With every coastal view more dramatic than last, with the briny smell of the wild Atlantic Ocean and flawless exhibitions of nature’s wonders, Dingle is and always has been close to my heart because there is more to it than just scenic terrain. She’s a beauty with […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 The forecast called for heavy rain, but the skies blew otherwise and gave us an unexpected display of constantly changing lights and colours. There were no people on the looping trail, just a few donkeys silently grazing away in the grassy field overlooking an endlessly choppy bay. […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 So far in my 38 years of life, I haven’t discovered anything as peaceful as walking through the woods, looking up at the tree canopy, and watching the sun push through the leaves and illuminate the trail ahead of me. And, if there is one thing that […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Spontaneous road trips keep my imagination running wild and feeds my desire to leave home and feel everything in person. That’s why I love where we live in Ireland – Sligo and its rugged terrain embody the true definition of adventure and deserve at least one encounter […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 As soon as we jumped out of the campervan, I could sense the captivating power of the Atlantic Ocean. The refreshing breeze brushed against my cheeks, and after a brief moment, exposed to nature’s beauty, my senses erupted. I couldn’t take my eyes off Ericeira, as she […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Sligo shaped us more than any other place in Ireland, and this is where our hearts beat faster. We love wandering through forests and spending time on the secluded beaches where the blowing’s of the wind creates the sand into collective structures. In recent years we had […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 When I look back through time and space, the last year seem to have flown in a blink of an eye. This was the year I will look back on and remember climbing, surfing, exploring Sligo and living within these fleeting moments where summer flowers smelled like heaven, […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 After a stormy summer day when the clouds hung heavy in the sky, and fat raindrops began to fall, the sun was finally glistening, and the horizon could be seen again, offering outstanding views over a Clew Bay – far surpassing anything a tour bus-bound visitor would […]
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Last Updated on the 13th of May, 2024 Last autumn we carved out some time for family fun in Donegal and oh my, did the universe deliver! The wind was howling all night, and we didn’t know what to expect in the morning. We were surprised to wake up to the quiet light and low-hanging moon. […]
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