January 12th, 2012 | by Megan Eaves | published in Fresh, Scenery
Another year, another set of resolutions, another travel wish list. I know the drill. I do it myself every year. But 2012 is going to be different. This year, you are going to make time to travel, even if it’s just in your own back garden. Today being January 12 and all, we thought we’d [...]
May 16th, 2011 | by Megan Eaves | published in Scenery
In the lead up to US President Obama’s visit to his ancestral homeland of Moneygall, Co. Offaly on May 23, some people (namely, me) are asking, “What the devil is there in Moneygall?” An apt question and one, it seems, without a good answer. The answer is, in fact, there’s not much in Moneygall. According [...]
May 12th, 2011 | by Megan Eaves | published in Scenery
One of Ireland’s single greatest draws is its untouched countryside. As most locals can attest, each summer, thousands of people descend upon the Irish countryside to check out just what all the emerald fuss is about, and actually, there is good reason for fuss. Ireland doesn’t really have mountains, to speak of, but it is [...]
February 3rd, 2011 | by Megan Eaves | published in Scenery
Ireland is one of the most lush, beautiful countries in the world. It’s quiet pace and the warm, friendly manner of the Irish people are sure to draw you in. Whether you are travelling with your family, a solo backpacker or a couple on a romantic getaway, there is no place like Ireland to captivate [...]
February 22nd, 2010 | by Megan Eaves | published in Scenery
In Ireland’s far west lies ruggedly beautiful Connemara, a place where barren purple hills rise out of the sea and unruly tufts of wild grass meet the road in wayward undulations.
February 3rd, 2010 | by Megan Eaves | published in Scenery
Walking down Curracloe Beach – a remote strip of Irish Sea coast northeast of the town of Wexford – is like reaching the world’s end. Time seems to stop. The wind blows. Tufts of grass sway and swish. Sand whips under your feet like invisible waves.
