Since 2009, I have been telling the story of Sligo, and beyond — through my eyes, my camera lens, and my heart. What began as a personal blog has grown into a trusted source of travel tips, local stories, event coverage, and hidden gems in the northwest of Ireland. With thousands of blog posts and photographs,... Continue Reading →
Exciting Things to Do with Kids in Sligo
This blog post offers a comprehensive guide to family-friendly activities in Sligo, including animal experiences, horseriding, playgrounds, historical sites, water sports, and indoor play centers. Families can explore local markets, engage in outdoor adventures, and enjoy various events. It encourages checking schedules and offers links for more information.
Sunday Thoughts
Happy Sunday! After some very hot days we are back to the rain. It’s a shame as I was going to head off exploring this morning. I had a failed attempt at exploring yesterday, thanks to Google maps, I have a love hate relationship with those maps. I was looking for the Callow Lake Loop... Continue Reading →
Knock to Stansted and Home in Time for Dinner – Our Extreme Day Trip
Extreme day trips are quite a thing these days. You hop on a plane in the morning, have a day sightseeing and come home in time for bed. Jono has always wanted to fly from Ireland West Airport to Stansted for a day trip, and we did it yesterday. Stansted is the only destination that’s... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It’s time for another Sunday Thoughts blog post. It’s hard to believe that it’s the middle of June already. The year is flying! It’s been a whirlwind of a week and there were times that I felt like my feet didn’t touch the ground. We celebrated Andy’s birthday and our wedding anniversary. We don’t usually... Continue Reading →
North Carolina BBQ Night at The Glasshouse, Sligo
Yee-haw! Grab your Stetsons and your Cowboy boots and head down to The Glasshouse Hotel in Sligo town on a Thursday evening during the summer. After a hugely successful curry night, they have worked their magic again and come up with a North Carolina BBQ night, and it’s incredible! I was delighted to be invited... Continue Reading →