A Picturesque Village on the estuary of the Ardsheelaun River: It was a cold and rainy day when we arrived in Sneem, but in this village you don't need sunshine to cheer you up. The bright and cheery colours of the buildings in Sneem more than makes up for the grey skies. Sneem is situated on the estuary of the Ardsheelaun River. This picturesque village has a beautifully kept village green surrounded by brightly painted houses and shops. This village relies on tourism for its income and … [Read more...]
Irish Coffee at the Red Fox Inn – Glenbeigh
May 27, 2010 by
A Traditional Road House, Famous for its Irish Coffee: If you're doing a coach tour of the Ring of Kerry, you will no doubt be making an early morning stop at the Red Fox Inn, midway between Killorglin and the scenic village of Glenbeigh. Most visitors touring the Ring of Kerry usually start from Killarney and coaches travel the Ring of Kerry in an anti-clockwise direction. Depending on your time of departure from Killarney, you'll probably arrive at the Fox Inn at about 10:00 a.m. Not … [Read more...]
The Ring of Kerry – Ireland's Most Scenic Route
May 27, 2010 by
Doing the Ring of Kerry Tour: The Ring of Kerry, in County Kerry, is one of Ireland's most scenic drives. This 180 km well-established tourist trail around the Iveragh Peninsula takes visitors through dramatic coastal and mountain scenery, quaint little towns and past slate-roofed fishing villages. The Ring of Kerry is a circular route, so if you're driving, you can start your tour from any of the towns and villages along the route. We were on a coach tour and as the roads are narrow, all … [Read more...]
Destination Killarney
April 8, 2009 by
Killarney is Famous for its beautiful landscapes and Pubs! Situated in the south-western corner of Ireland, Killarney is the tourist capital of Kerry, and the second most popular tourist destination in Ireland. Killarney National Park is world famous and its three lakes and surrounding mountains and woods are a great attraction for visitors who come to enjoy the mesmerizing scenery, fish on the lakes, enjoy boat trips, mountain-climb or walk the trails. In spite of its popularity, the area … [Read more...]
Tour Routes in Ireland
April 7, 2009 by
Where to go on your Irish trip A Suggested Route for a Comprehensive Irish Tour Ireland has more than enough places of interest to stand on its own as a tour destination, but it is often combined with England and/or Scotland in Europe tour itineraries. The following tour route is pretty comprehensive and would take around 21 days including a couple in Dublin, but you could do it faster (conceivably) or slower (preferably). Note: links to the towns go to photo albums … [Read more...]
