Beautiful Bantry Bay for food, fun and flora

Beautiful Bantry Bay for food, fun and flora

Bantry Bay is the area of West Cork between the Sheep’s Head Peninsula and the Beara Peninsula.  Sitting just offshore is Whiddy Island and connecting the two is Tim O’Leary and his Whiddy Ferry.  As we sailed out to the island, I couldn’t help but notice the two kegs...
The Ring of Kerry tour done the right way

The Ring of Kerry tour done the right way

Possibly one of the most popular bus tours is the Ring of Kerry in southwestern Ireland.  Promising picturesque countrysides, exciting mountain roads and panoramic seaside vistas; it’s got something that seems to appeal to everyone. Starting at Killarney, the typical...
Kelley’s Island – the secret is out

Kelley’s Island – the secret is out

Now’s the time to make your plans for a summer getaway to Kelley’s Island, Ohio.  Largest of the American islands in Lake Erie, this destination is about to get even more popular. Nominated as one of the 15 finalists in the Budget Travel “2014 Coolest Small Towns”...