Category Archives: Ireland

Running in Ireland!

I decided my first run in Ireland should be an ambitious run along the Cliffs of Moher. It would be a great way to start the day with expansive views of the cliffs and the Atlantic below.  I figured it … Continue reading

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Rest at last

After an action packed day, it was nice to relax and unwind a bit in the costal town of Doolin.  After checking in at the Dunroman House (http://www.tripadvisor.ca/Hotel_Review-g214506-d1105827-Reviews-Dunroman_House-Doolin_The_Burren_County_Clare.html) it was off to explore the town of Doolin, buy ferry tickets … Continue reading

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Dysert O’Dea

Under Dennis and Daniel’s guidance, we took a brief detour on our way to the B&B to see a restored ruin where the battle for Irish independence took place several hundred years ago. The battle of Dysert O’Dea was fought … Continue reading

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Cliffs of Moher

The #CliffsOfMoher (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cliffs_of_Moher) are the perfect way to welcome someone to #Ireland.  While a little rainy at times – every 20 mins or so – they are magnificent to see in person.  The pictures just won’t do them justice. Since … Continue reading

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We’re here!

#Ireland!  We made it! The flight to #Shannon was uneventful and we both actually got a bit of rest.  Dennis and Daniel met us at the airport and we set up for our first site in this majestic land, the … Continue reading

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Off to Ireland!

We made it!  To the gate that is… With months of lead time for our trip, we decided to wait until tonight to pack, find passports and arrange transportation to the airport.  We had some trouble locating one of our passports … Continue reading

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