Clare Island off the west coast of Ireland is a place of unspoiled beauty. Everywhere you turn is an opportunity to capture the wild and rugged landscape of this island. It's a nature lover's and heritage lover's paradise, and the perfect place to get away from it all for a day or a weekend. Have… Continue reading Ireland | Clare Island Photo Essay
Moore Hall is situated to the south of the village of Carnacon in Co. Mayo, lying on Muckloon Hill over looking Lough Carra. It was once the home of George Moore and his family. The Moores were a family of sportsmen, patriots, statesmen, writers, and artists. The house was built in 1795 but destroyed by a fire in… Continue reading Ireland | Moore Hall Photo Essay
Cong is a beautiful village on the border of Co. Mayo and Co. Galway in the west of Ireland. This little picturesque village and surrounding area is steeped in history dating back to 7000 years. But we'll leave the history for another post. I'm extremely lucky to have worked in Cong. There is more to… Continue reading Ireland | Cong Photo Essay.
Croagh Patrick is situated 5 miles outside of the picturesque town of Westport in Co. Mayo. Known as Ireland's holiest mountain, it soars 762 metres above the surrounding countryside. People have been flocking to this mountain on pilgrimage for 5,000 years. Legend has it that St. Patrick banished the 'snakes' from Ireland from this mountain.… Continue reading Ireland | Croagh Patrick Photo Essay
The Office of Public Works is responsible for the care, maintenance, and operation of Ireland's most important heritage sites. The list includes historical houses, gardens, historic battle sites and islands of cultural importance. In total the OPW looks after 780 sites. All the sites are an integral part of Ireland's cultural heritage. The OPW have… Continue reading Ireland | 5 Must Visit OPW Sites
Inchagoill Island is a small island on Lough Corrib in Co. Galway. Inchagoill comes from the Irish 'Inis an Ghaill', meaning 'Island of the Stranger'. This special island is home to a number of ancient monastic ruins, some of which date back to the 5th century. Teampall na Naoimh (Church of the Saints) and St.… Continue reading Ireland | Inchagoill Island
Updated 08/04/'25 For years, filmmakers and directors have flocked to Ireland to use its beautiful scenery as a backdrop for some of their productions. All you have to do is watch the latest installment of the Star Wars franchise, and you'll catch a glimpse of the impressive Skellig Michael, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And… Continue reading Film | Must Watch Irish Films
Updated 21/01/26 Who loves a good festival? I do! There’s something to suit every taste, whether it’s music, arts, walking, or food. You’ll be spoiled for choice! To help you plan your visit to Ireland around a festival, I thought it would be useful to provide a roundup of the must-attend events. No matter what… Continue reading Festivals | Must Go To Irish Festivals
We're a unique bunch us Irish and we like to put our own mark on things, especially when it comes to language and slang. Yes, we speak English, so we should be able to communicate easily with the other 335 million or so people who also speak English. Yet some people claim when they visit… Continue reading Language | Irishisms
N.B. Updated 08/03/25 In Dublin's fair city, where the girls are so pretty, I first set my eyes on sweet Molly Malone. As she wheeled her wheelbarrow through the streets broad and narrow, crying cockles and mussels, alive alive o...(I couldn't resist 😜) Dublin is one of my favourite cities in the world. There is… Continue reading Ireland | My Favourite Places In Dublin
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