We had some flexibility with our schedule in Co. Galway and Co. Clare and decided to determine our days based on the weather. After our day exploring the Aran Islands we spent the night in Galway so I initially thought we would stay and see the city before heading to our Great House-- Mount Vernon-- …
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After an incredible day exploring Connemara, we had the opportunity to do something I wasn't sure I would ever do-- we visited the Aran Islands! The islands are in Galway Bay and one of the few places people still speak Gaelic as a first language. There are three distinct islands that can be reached via …
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Everywhere we went in Ireland Brian seemed to have a fun Irish ditty to sing along the way. Driving through the hills of Connemara was certainly no exception! I could have easily spent a week in this area of the country. The rolling hills and coastline were beautiful and reminded me so much of home. We left Westport in …
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Since we had limited time to make our upper loop around Ireland we missed most of Co. Donegal-- it just wasn't possible for us to see and do everything. We did, however, enjoy our drive from Derry to Donegal city, where we spent the night and next morning exploring the town and visiting Donegal Castle. …
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After 10 years, I finally made it back to Ireland. This trip reminded me that no matter how much you love a place, it's not always possible to return as often as you would like. When I moved home after studying abroad, I made traveling a priority and managed to visit 30 countries by the …
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Finding direction and purpose from travel and culture
Finding direction and purpose from travel and culture
Finding direction and purpose from travel and culture
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