Monthly Archives: August 2022

Last Day in Dublin

Posted on August 31, 2022 by kcbernick

Wednesday, August 11, 2022 This morning was devoted to packing, as we are moving to another hotel tonight, in southwest Dublin, near the Tallaght Stadium. Yes, we’re going to another game tonight, more about that later. We stored our bags … Continue reading →

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Irish Heritage, Irish Lands

Posted on August 30, 2022 by kcbernick

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 This was a long day, with many sites to visit. Our first stop was for a photo op at Inch Beach. Inch Strand is a 3-mile sand split that juts into the sea, a favorite recreational … Continue reading →

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The Burren and Cliffs of Moher

Posted on August 29, 2022 by kcbernick

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 After an excellent breakfast at the B&B, we boarded the bus for another day of beauty. Our first stop was at Dunguaire Castle in Kinvarra, south of Galway city. The castle was built on Galway Bay, … Continue reading →

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The Wild Atlantic Way

Posted on August 28, 2022 by kcbernick

Monday, August 8, 2022 Some of the best scenery in Ireland is along the southwest coast, known as The Wild Atlantic Way. Renting a car and driving from Dublin proved to be very expensive, so we looked around for a … Continue reading →

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Camogie at Croke Park

Posted on August 27, 2022 by kcbernick

Sunday evening, August 7, 2022 Now it was time to have some fun. Croke Park is home to the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA). Ireland’s largest sporting organization. Croke Park Stadium, with a capacity of 82,300, is the 3rd largest capacity … Continue reading →

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A Full Day of History in Dublin!

Posted on August 26, 2022 by kcbernick

Sunday, August 7, 2022 It would take weeks to see all of the historical sites in Dublin. We’re cramming in as much as we can while we are here. The prime goal for the day was EPIC, The Emigration Museum, … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Ireland and Kilmainham Gaol

Posted on August 24, 2022 by kcbernick

Saturday, August 6, 2022 Today, we set off to explore some of the historical sites right here in Dublin. Our lodging is conveniently located within walking distance of most of the attractions we were interested in. In the early 1100’s, … Continue reading →

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Newgrange and Hill of Tara

Posted on August 22, 2022 by kcbernick

Friday, August 5, 2022 We were up early to take a day trip to Newgrange and the Hill of Tara. The tour was through Newgrange Tours by Mary Gibbons, very well done. Gibbons is very knowledgeable about history and archaeology, … Continue reading →

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Ireland Till the End of Time, or “Erin Go Bragh”

Posted on August 21, 2022 by kcbernick

Thursday, August 4, 2022 Irish speakers would say “Éire go Brách,” The phrase dates back to the Irish Rebellion of 1798, featured on a flag as a rallying cry for Irish independence from Great Britain. It’s a familiar phrase to … Continue reading →

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