Coole Park, in the early 20th century, was the centre of the Irish Literary Revival. Yeats, George Bernard Shaw, John Millington Synge and Sean O' Casey all came to experience its magic. They and many others carved their initia...
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Best sea food in the country!
Linnanes is located in the fishing village of New Quay and has been awarded reviews from food critics from Ireland and abroad. The menu is predominately seafood with lobster, a speciality.
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Last weekend, I went for a drive along the coast with my daughter. A short drive from Lahinch to Doolin and back. We stopped at Vaughans in Liscanor for something to eat, walked a short while in Doolin and had an ice cream in L...
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This is one of the smallest square in Paris. It is close to the famous St Germain church and has many shops around.
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Simply best pub food in Clare - Sea food and fishes are fresh, well served and at a good price. Try to get a seat in the front room, the atmosphere there is great, with a good mix between local and tourists.
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Last week was my first Open Coffee in London. first of many I hope, there was a real buzz there. I met investors, entrepreneurs, designers and people looking to switch from corporate life to start up mode.
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That's a great walk to do for all wildlife lovers. We've done this walk twice, each time Deirdre was pregant and on both occasions, baby arrives the following week!
The walk starts just after the bridge in O'briensbridge. It...
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During the Irish Open, the Adare festival creates a good atmosphere in the village.A small train goes around the city, Irish traditional sessions in the pubs and local products in the beautiful gardens.
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It seems that the charming village of Dunmore has not yet been invaded by tourists. When in Dunmore and if you're lucky to have a sunny day, there is a nice short walk to dunmore's second beach. Go down to the main beach, turn ...
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I live a mile away from Craggaunowen and am still amazed each time I drive pass it. The surroundings with mature trees, hilly windy roads and lakes make the ideal scenery for the Celtic village. With the light changing every ho...
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Le coin le plus sympa de la ville de Noirmoutier-en-l'Île se trouve juste derrière l'église. Prenez la rue de banzeau, puis la rue des coques qui mènent au parc des mimosas. Vous vous trouverez entouré de petites maisons blanch...
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City centre in Noirmoutier is not that impressive. Shops are quite old fashioned, only good thing is the salt and the ice cream.
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The old town is the most charming part of Hyeres. Small pedestrian streets full of shops going up to the church. The church itself is surrounding by restaurants. Some of the shops in the pedestrian area are very typical, lavend...
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This is the popular sand beach of la garonne. In the summer, try to go there late evening or early morning to avoid the crowd. On the side of th beach, there is a path that will take you along "les rochers rouges", the red st...
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The contrast between the busy Grafton street and St Stephen's green is amazing. Literally minutes apart from each other, the most crowded shopping street in Ireland and a tranquil, peaceful water walk.
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Feeding the ducks on St Stephen's Green is a children all time favorite. I need to say that people should be cautious, not to give bread crumbs but proper duck food as other type of feeds provoke the animals to get sick.
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The lake is still very wild. You would find a fine variety of birds and fishes. Stone walls separate the lake from the road which gives it a real Irish look.
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The remains of Tomfinlough church dominates the lake. It creates a very specific atmosphere that will find nowhere else.
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We had an amazing breakfast in the University cafe. I had 3 pancakes with mapple sirup and fruits and Conor had a burrito!
The cafe has this Mexican style and free internet. I loved the open space,big counter and the set up in...
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Nice walk to do when in Bretignolles. Take the way down to the beach, go on your left when you hit the sand. Keep going along the ocean until you reach a tower and river (check the photo beside). Turn left and follow the path o...
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The beach at Bretignoles is huge. The sand is fine with sand dunes all along. It is best to go when the tide is low to walk along the beach. Apart from normal surfing, kite surfing is also very popular. It's always impressive t...
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The sand has different color shades in Fanore. It goes from bright yellow to nearly black. It gives the illusion of shadows and clouds. It's just amazing. Castle building and surfing are one of the thing to do when spending som...
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The cloister in Silvacane retains this mysterious atmosphere of peace and quietness. A must visit in the region.
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This stone beach is more quiet that the sand beach at the other side of la garonne village. I used to go there every summer when I was a boy and the place didn't change too much. It is an ideal spot to do snorkeling. There is a...
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This is a good restaurant in Etretat - the upstairs room is round and offers magnificent views on the sea and the cliffs. Try the sea food, the fishes and a dry white wine. It's their specialty.
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Lovely tea room in Gerberoy. Traditional cider and pancakes. The owners are young and passionate about their region and village. The tea room gardens are just at the back of the church which gives a special charm and atmosphere...
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At Etretat, there is a famous cave in the cliffs, (you see it on the photo right at the middle of the cliffs). It creates a passage between the two sides of the cliff. You can only cross when the tide is low and come back on th...
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Etretat's houses are a reflection of Normandy architecture. Wooden, red bricks and silex stones. It makes the walk through the village worthwhile, you would easily come across last century manors and strange wooden sculpture of...
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The castle used to be a fortress built in the Xe century. There is an amazing view from the top and lovely french gardens inside the walls.
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Lovely cafe in Ansouis. The building is an old presbytery and has kept this unique charm of old stones and split level terasses.
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We loved "La Bastide des Vérunes". The property used to be an old templier abbaye and is now restored to a lovely guest house. The rooms are indepedent from the owner's house, and spacious with big bathrooms. It's very clean. F...
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Time seems to have stopped in Cadenet, old shops and cafes, small streets, lavoirs. Cadenet is a French medieval village that has not yet been invaded by tourists. This means less shops and facilities but so much more authentic...
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We had a beautiful lunch at l'Ardoise. Try a "crepe" (pancake) with raspberry, chocolate and ice cream for dessert. It's divine!
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Just beside Sallertaine, a very old windmill which is still working. Visits are in French and English and you can also find a little cafe with local products (crepes, cider, flour from the windmill...).
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Carcassonne is an exceptional medieval city but avoid at all cost a visit in July/August - streets are crowded with tourists, a constant flow of buses and groups which makes the discovery of the city very difficult - Without me...
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Market in Brem is good - It's on Tuesday and Friday during the summer - From local wines to fruits and clothes, you will find almost anything on a market day.
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You would think that the beach is one of the most hidden secrets of Clare. A real beauty, you, the sand and the Ocean!
Follow the golf course to get to the beach, there is a public car park just beside the hotel, you can also ...
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Doolin is famous for its three pubs which feature nightly live music sessions of trad music. The three pubs are Gus O'Connor's, McDermott's and McGann's. The Micho Russell Festival Weekend is held each year after the last Frida...
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At the height of the Irish Potato Famine (1845-1849) in 1847 the body of an unnamed boy, taken for dead, was placed in a coffin in the Town Square and conveyed for burial to the Abbey Cemetery. As he was lowered into the pit, t...
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The Blarney Stone is a block of bluestone built into the battlements of Blarney Castle. According to legend, kissing the stone endows the kisser with the gift of gab (great eloquence or skill at flattery). The stone was set int...
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The Thirsty Traveler sets sail in the name of Irish ale wisdom.
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Annie Moore and her brothers Anthony and Philip embarked from this town on 20 December 1891 on the S.S. Nevada. Annie was the first person to be admitted to the United States of America through the new immigration centre at Ell...
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