What Is The West Of Ireland To Us

Space image of the island of Ireland from the space station, with blue plankton bloom off the west coast of Ireland. Source: European Space Agency

If you’ve been on this site for a while, you know that we love the West of Ireland. When we say that, what we mean is the west coast, what is now also known as the Wild Atlantic Way. This would be the counties that border on the ocean, all the way from Donegal down … Read more

How To Spend The Best Weekend In Cong Ireland

weekend in Cong and Lough Corrib - photo of two small boats on shore with river Cong behind them, forest on both sides

Sometimes your itinerary only allows a few days or a weekend to be a tourist on Ireland’s West Coast. In that case, you could do worse than making the quaint village of Cong your destination. On the border between counties Galway and Mayo, it is picturesque on a grand scale and we love it. You … Read more

West Coast Food Festivals We Love: Five Of The Best

food and drink on the table - chowder soup, onion rings, pint of guinness, water, white wine

Who does not love good food festivals? Savouring unique menu items created by passionate growers and producers. Sampling new gastronomic inventions from acclaimed chefs. Restaurateurs showcasing the finest traditions of local cuisine and hospitality. Sipping on delicious brews, distils and ferments. Then shopping for organic, ethically produced, home-grown culinary ingredients and products. Personally, we have … Read more