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

A Thing About Trains – Visit To The Unique Lartigue Monorail

lartigue monorail - green engine and brown carriages up on tracks in listowel

Isn’t there something terribly romantic about trains? And old trains in particular? They have been exciting the imagination of kids and dreamers ever since the beginning of the age of steam. From Agatha Christie’s murder on the Orient Express, to Johnny Cash who has got a thing about trains, to Soul Asylum’s runaway train never … 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