The green pastures, pubs, and let’s not forget, the sheep. It was time to visit my homeland, the Emerald Isle. Wait a minute, I’m Jewish; I meant my wife’s homeland.
Our route was a clockwise romp through rural Southern Ireland. The map below shows our stops along the way. Before I go any further, I need to mention the weather. Great 65-degree temps, with sunny skies and beautiful sunsets. Where’s the famous rain?
After landing in Shannon, we proceeded to Kinsale, then Schull & the nearby Mizen Peninsula, That included a remote hike to the Three Castle Head. Got there just as the sun was setting.
Next stop: Kenmare; the Sheen Falls Lodge has a terrific view right out the front door.
The Bantry House pictured below. One of the more famous local estates.
Proceeding North, we enjoyed some of Ireland’s best hiking in Killarney National Park. Afterwards, a stop in town for a pint and the evening rainbow.
Shooting back out to the coast, we spent several days in Dingle, which features some pretty impressive oceanfront cliffs. Entering the area, we stopped by the ruins of Minard Castle. This shot was taken with my trusty drone.
Speaking of drone shots, these were taken just outside the town’s main lighthouse.
There are also plenty of hiking trails that follow the contour of the cliffs. Breathtaking views, along with some great seasonal wildflowers.
Below is the Dunmore Head, about 30 minutes NW of Dingel.
A little further up the road is the Dunquin Harbour
