The Cliffs of Moher, West Coast of Ireland

The Cliffs of Moher on the west coast of Ireland are one of the most outstanding coastal features of Ireland. The cliffs rise from Doolin and ascend to over 700 feet (213 metres) just three miles south of the village of Doolin. Being almost vertical, their sheer drop into the heaving Atlantic ocean is a haven for sea birds. One can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as The Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk Mountains to the north in Connemara and Loop Head to the South, the top is never tiresome.


Driving On The Other Side - Small Country Lanes

In Ireland they drive on the left hand side of the road and all vehicles are right hand drive. Roads in Ireland tend to be narrow, bumpy and windy!! While the major highways are of good quality, the 'real' Ireland is one of twisting country lanes. Driving on these lanes can be a pleasure with scenic treasures around every corner, but do not expect to get to your destination in record time!! The best idea is to adopt the Irish 'sure there's plenty of time' attitude.


The Small Coastal Village of Doolin, West Coast of Ireland

Doolin is renowned world wide for its wealth of Irish Traditional Music and attracts visitors of all ages and from all walks of live.
There are three Music-Pubs in Doolin: McDermott's, McGann's and O'Connor's. Many well-known names in the Irish Traditional Music Scene have started out in Doolin and numerous already famous musicians have come just to join in a session.


The Giants Causeway

The Giant's Causeway lies at the foot of the basalt cliffs along the sea coast on the edge of the Antrim plateau in Northern Ireland. It is made up of some 40,000 massive black basalt columns sticking out of the sea. The dramatic sight has inspired legends of giants striding over the sea to Scotland. Geological studies of these formations over the last 300 years have greatly contributed to the development of the earth sciences, and show that this striking landscape was caused by volcanic activity during the Tertiary, some 50–60 million years ago.


In Search of the Craic - Ballycastle, Northern Ireland

Craic:
Gaelic word for fun/enjoyment that has been brought into the English language. Commonly used when mixed with alcohol and/or music.
'Bhi craic agus ceol againn' : We had fun and music.
Fun doesn't really cut it though. General banter, good times had by all. Also, a person who is good fun/great company.
Uses:
It was great craic.
What's the craic?
How's the craic?
The craic was mighty.


Murlough Bay and Fairhead

The bay itself is a place of true beauty. With views across the ocean to Rathlin Island, the Mull of Kintyre and varios other Scottish Islands. There is always something special put in your heart when you visit this place.


Street Mural of Bobby Sands MP - Belfast, Northern Ireland

Bobby Sands was the leader of the 1981 Hunger Strike, in which Irish Republican prisoners were seeking to regain status as political prisoners. He had been elected as a Member of the United Kingdom Parliament as an Anti H-Block/Armagh Political Prisoner candidate during his fast. His death resulted in a new surge of IRA recruitment and activity. The international media coverage sparked a significant wave of support and sympathy around the world for Sands, the other hunger strikers, and the republican movement in general, and it also attracted much criticism.