A Journey to the Ancient Ring Forts: Cahersiveen, Co Kerry
While the Ring of Kerry has been favorite driving route for tourists, the two ancient stone forts near the village … more
Meeting the Puffins on Skellig Michael: Co Kerry
A trip to Skellig Michael sometimes includes a rough sea crossing, but a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage site … more
The Long and Winding Road to Gleninchaquin: Beara Peninsula, Co Kerry
Hidden in a scenic glacial valley less than 20 miles from Kenmare is Gleninchaquin Park. A small one-track road … more
Brandon Point, Mountain, and Village: Brandon, Co Kerry
Brandon is a much-bypassed area of the Dingle Peninsula, north of Dingle via the Conor Pass. Continue along the road … more
Wine Strand Beach: Ballinrannig, Co Kerry
This lonely, windswept beach has a quiet beauty broken only by the tufts of sea grass that flutter in the … more
Uragh Stone Circle: Derrynamucklagh, Co Kerry
Nestled in a gorgeous valley, often filled with mists, Uragh Stone Circle lies on a low spit of land between … more
Cashelkeelty Stone Circles: Lauragh, Co Kerry
As you drive out along the north edge of the Ring of Beara, you will pass Lauragh, and then see … more
Celtic and Prehistoric Museum: Ventry, Co Kerry
Harris Moore, an American ex-pat, started this private museum about 10 years ago, and has a wonderful collection of items, … more
Delicious Tea and Pancakes at The Strawberry Field: Blackwater, Co Kerry
The Strawberry Field is a fantastic tea and crepe/pancake restaurant, just 4k from Molls Gap on R568.
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Coomanaspig Pass: Near Port Magee, Co Kerry
Described as one of the highest places in Ireland to be reached by car, the Coomanaspig (Coomaneaspaig/Coom an Aspaig) Pass… more
The Antiquities of Kilmalkedar: Dingle Peninsula, Co Kerry
Among the most significant churches on the Dingle Peninsula, this 12th Century Romanesque church reflects the builders’ efforts to modernize … more
Carrigafoyle Castle on the Banks of the Shannon: Ballylongford, County Kerry
We were wandering around the area, slowly making our way down from the ferry at Tarbert to Dingle, our stop … more
Fairytale Ceramics with Artist Cara Turner: Castlecove, Co Kerry
We all know Ireland is filled to the brim with magic. However, I know a place where you can see, … more
Horseback Riding on the Beach: Caherdaniel, Co Kerry
Imagine riding horses on the beach, in County Kerry. The wind wafts from the sea, surrounding you with its salty … more
Blennerville Windmill: Tralee, Co Kerry
The windmill at Blennerville is the largest working windmill in Ireland. Built in 1800, it fell into ruin by 1846. … more
Pull-off at Coomatloukane: Loher, Co Kerry
Time to take a breather! Right where the Ring of Kerry takes a bend at the mountain (well, a larger … more
A Taste of the Sea with Kerry Fish: Portmagee, Co Kerry
As you’re driving the Ring of Kerry (and the Skellig Ring), be sure to pack a cooler if you’re renting … more
Staigue Fort (Cathair Na Stéige): Sneem, Co Kerry
It’s a place of mystery, of time-travel, of being in the past. It’s Staigue Fort, located on the Ring of … more
Ballycarbery Castle: Cahersiveen, Co Kerry
From Cahersiveen, signs direct visitors to the road leading to the castle and forts… this large castle’s hard to miss. … more
Ardfert Friary: Ardfert, Co Kerry
A stark contrast between the soft green fields in which it’s located, Ardfert Friary stands tall and proud. Built in … more
