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02/28/2009 03:35:23 PM · #1

It looks like we will be going to Ireland at the end of May. We were there several years ago but always wanted to go back. We plan on flying into Dublin and spending a few days there. We then plan on driving over to the Dingle and Beara peninsula.

We've been to the Dingle Peninsula but not the Beara Peninsula.

We then want to visit the Donegal area for a few days and then on to Northern Ireland.

All this in only two weeks.

Has anyone been to the Beara Peninsula before?
Has anyone been to the Donegal area?
How about Northern Ireland? Is there a lot to see in Derry/Londonderry and Belfast?

All comments are welcome.

Message edited by author 2009-02-28 15:36:30.

Melethia

Canon EOS-80D

02/28/2009 03:36:10 PM · #2

Can I come? :-)

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED

02/28/2009 03:37:56 PM · #3

Originally posted by Melethia:

Can I come? :-)

Sure, we'll meet you in Dublin! We're looking at leaving here May 20th.

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smichener

Nikon D300

02/28/2009 03:45:52 PM · #4

IMO Belfast is not to be missed. Many people will discourage you from there, but if you like old world cities you will like Belfast more than Dublin. The Crown pub in Belfast is a definite place for a pint, and you'll want to spend an afternoon walking along the peace wall photographing the murals. The city centre is great for shopping.

From Belfast you'll want to head out to Giant's causeway on the sea, Carrick-a-rede rope bridge, Bushmills, and there is so much more.

I didn't get to Donegal on my last visit but I hear it's spectacular.

Enjoy

02/28/2009 04:13:54 PM · #5

I really do want to see Belfast. I know all the bad stories but I still want to see it anyway. I love the thought of old-world cities.

Are you going to be able to make it Deb?

Melethia

Canon EOS-80D

02/28/2009 04:36:57 PM · #6

You know, I may seriously give that a try. I need to check my schedule at work but I think it should be do-able for at least part of the time you're there. I do want to see Ireland. And France. And England again. Possibly Spain. Some more of Germany.... :-)

ShutterPug

Canon EOS-6D

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

02/28/2009 04:44:55 PM · #7

Bob, I am so jealous right now. I have always dreamed of going to Ireland. The problem is money - as always. I hope your trip is everything you hope for it to be. I look forward to seeing your photos. Maybe you could send me a postcard?

SteveJ

Canon EOS-7D

02/28/2009 04:46:07 PM · #8

Originally posted by bmartuch:

I really do want to see Belfast. I know all the bad stories but I still want to see it anyway. I love the thought of old-world cities.

Are you going to be able to make it Deb?

My neighbour is from Belfast, there are no bad stories anymore in Belfast. Just friendly Irish hospitality. Enjoy your visit and kiss the Blarney Stone:))

ShutterPug

Canon EOS-6D

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

02/28/2009 04:52:13 PM · #9

Originally posted by SteveJ:

Originally posted by bmartuch:
I really do want to see Belfast. I know all the bad stories but I still want to see it anyway. I love the thought of old-world cities.

Are you going to be able to make it Deb?

My neighbour is from Belfast, there are no bad stories anymore in Belfast. Just friendly Irish hospitality. Enjoy your visit and kiss the Blarney Stone:))

DO NOT kiss the Blarney Stone!!!! A friend of mine who has family there says the locals piss on that stone and than laugh as they watch the tourists kiss it. >:|

SteveJ

Canon EOS-7D

02/28/2009 04:57:38 PM · #10

Originally posted by ShutterPug:

Originally posted by SteveJ:

Originally posted by bmartuch:
I really do want to see Belfast. I know all the bad stories but I still want to see it anyway. I love the thought of old-world cities.

Are you going to be able to make it Deb?

My neighbour is from Belfast, there are no bad stories anymore in Belfast. Just friendly Irish hospitality. Enjoy your visit and kiss the Blarney Stone:))

DO NOT kiss the Blarney Stone!!!! A friend of mine who has family there says the locals piss on that stone and than laugh as they watch the tourists kiss it. >:|

Quite a feat to piss on it, atop a castle and a contortionist's pose. Who cares really:)) If you are daft enough to hang halfway out of a castle to kiss a lump of stone, you obviously can't taste pee!! But, Ireland is a seriously beautiful country, with real characters. The scenery is stunning, but don't be tricked by the locals.

3DsArcher

Canon EOS-7D Mark II

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM

02/28/2009 04:58:39 PM · #11

Originally posted by ShutterPug:

DO NOT kiss the Blarney Stone!!!! A friend of mine who has family there says the locals piss on that stone and than laugh as they watch the tourists kiss it. >:|

I had the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone 3 years ago when I was in Ireland & didn't do it. Up untill I read that post a few minutes ago, I always regretted not doing it. Thanks I feel much better about not doing it now.

Sony SAL16-80Z DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 ZA

02/28/2009 07:07:34 PM · #12

Originally posted by 3DsArcher:

Originally posted by ShutterPug:

DO NOT kiss the Blarney Stone!!!! A friend of mine who has family there says the locals piss on that stone and than laugh as they watch the tourists kiss it. >:|

I had the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone 3 years ago when I was in Ireland & didn't do it. Up untill I read that post a few minutes ago, I always regretted not doing it. Thanks I feel much better about not doing it now.

My wife

Schnitz said she doesn't want me to kiss the blarney stone because I'm already full of enough blarney. When we were in Ireland 3 years ago, we were in Blarney but we didn't visit the castle. We thought that was a little too touristy. However, we were in a pub there and during the sing-along, the singer told everyone to sing except me. I was so disappointed that I had to drown my sorrows in another pint.

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daryn

Sony DSLR-A100

03/02/2009 12:41:32 PM · #13

Be sure to check out the northern coastline. Lots of coastal cliffs. The Giant's Causeway is there, and some castle you get to by climbing across a rope bridge (the name escapes me right now). The Mourn Mountains just south of Belfast - the border between the north and south are also very nice.

Enjoy the holiday, and pray for it to stop raining - it never seems to!

And don't fear Belfast - like any city there are bad areas, but keep your wits about you and you'll have no trouble.

Message edited by author 2009-03-02 12:46:33.