The Off-Keys
In Ireland, you can’t swing a dead cat without hitting a busker. Nine times out of 10, they’re usually brilliant and I’ve run into my fair share of amazing buskers. … Continue Reading The Off-Keys
The Mongol Derby
Holy shit. I’m just gotta cut straight to it: This morning I got an e mail from The Adventurists offering me one spot out of 40 to take part in … Continue Reading The Mongol Derby
Dublin’s Very Unofficial Best-of Hostels
With six Dublin hostel stays under my belt over the past two years, I think it’s safe to say that I am probably Dublin’s very unofficial hostel expert. In saying … Continue Reading Dublin’s Very Unofficial Best-of Hostels
Campervan of Courage
This isn’t the first time I’ve taken a campervan and travelled around. A few years back, I hired a white Dodge Town and Country, drove it to Home Depot, bought … Continue Reading Campervan of Courage
Why I liked The Gobbins
My experience at the Gobbins didn’t start out too well. The day before, I got an email that I want too happy about. My booking had been pushed back three … Continue Reading Why I liked The Gobbins
Why I choose Hostels
Ah hostels…. If I had a dollar for every nasty comment made to me from everyone regarding my hostel stays, I’d be able to fund my travel – for life! … Continue Reading Why I choose Hostels
Time Travel in Achill
On the Westernmost point of Ireland is a little island called Achill. With gorgeous sweeping landscapes, bogs galore and the smell of burning turf, you can step back in time … Continue Reading Time Travel in Achill
Why I hated the Giants Causeway
How do I explain this…. Ok, maybe it’s best that I explain what happened. I left in the morning from The Gobbins and headed to Giants Causeway but after a … Continue Reading Why I hated the Giants Causeway
Coffee Casualty
People always say, “Tara, I’d love to travel with you! You’re always on some sort of great adventure!” While a lot of the time, I am honoured that they would … Continue Reading Coffee Casualty
Epic Fail
Ok… Geez. This is embarrassing. Where do I begin? After The Gobbins tour which is absolutely amazing, it was pretty late. My tour had been pushed back due to some … Continue Reading Epic Fail
Belfast Black Cab Tour
It was 9am and I was ready for my black cab tour. I had booked this tour two months in advance – that’s pretty good for me, because I’m someone … Continue Reading Belfast Black Cab Tour
Getting Lost in Ireland
The great thing about getting lost is not knowing what you’re gonna find. Today was one of those days. I headed out with no set plans with the main goal … Continue Reading Getting Lost in Ireland
Wet Fields and Old Stones
The great part about having a van without a time limit is that you can go off the beaten track and explore pretty much anywhere – trail pending. I woke … Continue Reading Wet Fields and Old Stones
Campervan Chaos
If you’re looking for the freedom of hitting the road without worrying where to sleep – kinda… a camper is probably your best bet. Just so you understand what it’s … Continue Reading Campervan Chaos
Glam Galway in 48
Galway is one of those places in Ireland where I’d recommend to explore without making any other plans. What I mean by that is… glamorous Glaway is a walking city … Continue Reading Glam Galway in 48
Much More Inishmore!
Yes! Last year I explored Inishmore and yes! I completely LOVED it… so what happens when you’re back in Ireland? You go back to Inishmore for much, much MORE! Here’s … Continue Reading Much More Inishmore!
