Day 1 - Dublin

• wandered around Dublin’s Old Town 
• enjoyed our first beers and whiskey shots at J.R.Mahon’s Public House in central Dublin 
• experienced the crazy energy of the Temple Bar District on a Saturday Night 
• toured the Guinness Storehouse, where we learned about the  companies history, its brewing process, and advertising campaigns

Day 2 - Dublin

• toured Newgrange -  a Neolithic passage tomb built around 3,200 B.C., making it older than Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids - ⁠this UNESCO World Heritage site is a must see destination for those interested in world history 
• strolled around one of the largest enclosed public parks in Europe - Phoenix Park - ⁠this park is a must see for animal lovers as it is occupied by hundreds wild fallow deer
• enjoyed beers, whiskies and dinner at the famous “Hole in The Wall” Pub 

Day 3 - Dublin to Galway

• enroute to Galway we visited the ruins of Clonmacnoise Abby - a renowned 6th-century monastic site, founded by St. Ciarán around 545 AD on the banks of the River Shannon
• made a quick stop in beautiful small city of Athlone, the shopping capital of Ireland, since we are not shoppers it was a very quick stop
• in what felt like a flash we crossed the entire Emerald Isle, from East to West, (driving on the WRONG side of the road)
• explored the city of Galway with its cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, spectacular Cathedral
• strolled through the City Center’s famed “Latin Quarter” and enjoyed its medieval walls, unique local shops, traditional pubs, and lively street performances 
• Fun Fact - Galway is the heart of the Irish Music scene 
• visited Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop - a labyrinth of rooms where you can find over 100 000 books
• in the evening we returned to the “Quarter” where we enjoyed live traditional music and a few pints in O’Connell’s Pub - (the pub featured in Ed Sheeran’s “Galway Girl’ Music Video)
• continued to Quays Bar & Music Hall for more pints and vibrant live Irish 
•  music - This was a truly Irish experience that we will never forget 
• Fun Fact - Galway is home to 90 000 people and has 450 pubs - That’s a Pub to People ratio of 1 to 200 

Day 4 - Galway to Cliffs of Moher to Causeway 

• drove the Wild Atlantic Way enjoying dramatic coastlines, windswept beaches, rugged cliffs and countless colourful villages along the way
• visited Dunguaire Castle - build in 1520 by the O'Hynes clan, it is one of the most photographed castles in Ireland
• braving the elements we visited the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic natural landmarks - Stretching about 14 km and reaching heights of up to 214 meters, the cliff tops offer sweeping ocean views that feel almost cinematic - recently voted Ireland’s most enjoyed attraction 
• ⁠Fun Fact - The Rob Reiner movie “The Princess Bride” featured the Cliffs, referred to in the film as “The Cliffs of Insanity” 
• strolled around costal town of Lehinch - and spotted a surfer 
• drove to Killimer where we boarded the Ferry to Tarbert 
• visited Sheehan's Thatched Cottage regarded as one of the oldest surviving authentic thatched cottages in Ireland

Day 5 - Causeway to Dingle Peninsula to Killarney

• followed the “Wild Atlantic Way” through the Dingle Peninsula, an area once called “The most beautiful place in the world” by National Geographic - the peninsula is the most westerly landmass in all of Europe 
• the rugged seaside landscape has been featured in Tom Cruse’s 1991 movie “ Far and Away” and more recently in 2017’s Starwars “The Last Jedi” movie
• drove through the “Hair Raising” Connor Pass - the road weaves its way around sharp cliff faces and passes high over Corrie Lakes 
• strolled around Dingle Town and had a drink at the famous Foxy John's Pub - half an Irish Pub and# half a hardware store
• visited Gallarus Oratory - a remarkably preserved 8th to 12th-century early Christian Church built entirely of dry stone
• hiked down the steep cliffside to Dunquin Pier where we watched giant waves crushing into the Pier
• enjoyed drinks and lunch at Kruger’s Bar, the most westerly located Pub in Europe
• visited Beehive Huts - ancient (5000 years old) mortar-free, dry-stone structures built using corbelling techniques

Day 6 - Ring of Kerry

• drove and explored the entire Ring of Kerry,  one of the most popular driving routes in all of Ireland - ⁠the Ring is a 179 km circular route around the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry - simply stunning and quintessential Ireland 
• visited Ross Castle - built in the late 15th century by the O'Donoghue Mór chieftains, who ruled the area
• hiked through Killarney National Park to the quiet ruins of Muckross Abbey 
• visited “Ladies View” lookout offering  breathtaking panoramic views of the Upper Lake Valley, and surrounding mountains (Torc and Purple Mountain)
• strolled around Kenmare Town and purchased some traditional Irish sweaters 
• chatted with locals in Sneem 
• visited Derrynane Beach - with a stunning clear turquoise waters, surrounding dunes, and sheltered, scenic bay
• strolled around charming little Portmagee Town
• enjoyed roast dinner and a pint of Guiness in O’Donoghue Public House in Killarney

Day 7 - Killarney to Blarney to Cahir to Tipperary

• visited Blarney Castle, the home of the Blarney Stone, build nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftans, Cormac MacCarthy
• kissed the famous Blarney Stone - Originating around 1446, the stone is said to have magical properties, with tales linking it to the Stone of Jacob; According to legend, this "Stone of Eloquence" allows individuals to become smooth talkers who can charm or coax their way out of any situation
• strolled around Cahir Castle - one of Ireland's largest and best-preserved 13th-century fortresses, it has appeared in films like Excalibur and The Last Duel

Day 8 - Tipperary to Rock of Cashel to Dublin

• toured the “Rock of Cashel” - set on the top of a hill it’s medieval ruins, including a 12th-century round tower, a High Cross, and a 13th-century Gothic cathedral were the traditional seat of the Kings of Munster - to the Irish it symbolises Irish kingship and early Christianity
• as we walked down the hill from the “The Rock” we came upon a large group of horses, riders and blood hounds preparing to embarked on the Annual Tipperary Fox Hunt 
• we are not supporters of the Fox Hunt, however, found the horses, uniformed riders and dogs to be an impressive site as they trotted through town enroute to the countryside to start their day  
• drove back to Dublin and enjoyed an evening of Irish music, pints of Guinness and Redbreast whiskey at the Old School Pub in Swords

Day 9 - Dublin

• enjoyed a beautiful sunny morning walking on Malahide Beach
• strolled around Dublin’s Old Town and visited Trinity College 
• walked around St Stephen's Green Park - a historical park and garden in the Center of Dublin 
• listened to buskers play on the famous Grafton Street 
• visited St.Patrick Cathedral
• listed to some local Irish music in the Fourth Corner Pub and toured the Temple Bar District one last time