Another great day and beautiful weather for our trip from Tralee to Bunratty with a stop at the Cliffs of Moher.

Kirk & Jodee at Durty Nelly's before touring Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.

Conor Pass took us over the mountains to the north. Slow going here as the road is steep and narrow. The rugged terrain looks like some sort of moonscape. Good thing the weather was clear to see the beautiful sights.

Now we know what it's like to stay in a castle.
Ballyseede was built sometime in the 1500's and was converted to a hotel in 1965. The 5 course dinner was an experience we'll never forget.

THE BEST PUB IN IRELAND
(At least the best one today)

Killarney, County Kerry

Kirk & Jodee relaxing in the sun at Loch Lein.
Looks like a beautiful Irish day.

County Kerry

Come on in - the water's fine!!
Scott wading at Port Magee.

Hoping this pub belongs to the family.


Ring of Kerry

Tuesday -
Everyone kissed the world famous Blarney Stone so there'll be no stopping the gab now.

A return visit to Blarney Woolen Mills for more treasures then a tour of The Ring of Kerry.

Enjoying the view on Valencia Island.

Another busy day started with a walk through the streets and environs of Cobh, revealing locations and incidents directly connected to the Titanic and many other aspects of Cork harbour history and Irish heritage.

The next stop was the Jameson Distillery in Midleton with a well earned whiskey tasting session in the Jameson Bar after the tour.

After taking advantage of the shopping at the Blarney Woolen Mills, Scott and Julie enjoyed a Beamish at Christys in Blarney!

Julie and Papa having some fun.

SMILE!!!
YOU'RE ON CANDID CAMERA!!!

We started Sunday with a tour of Malahide Castle. Then on to Powerscourt House and Gardens in the Wicklow Mountains. The next stop was the Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre. A long day in the car before arriving in Blarney to enjoy a great meal and some good craic.

Looks like someone may have already kissed the Blarney Stone.

This is the view from the plane as it flew over the Irish Coast. The plane landed on time after a smooth flight.
They have toured Malahide and Portmarnpock and had lunch at Smyth's Pub (the Pub where Mary met Gerry 9 years ago). After a rest at the bed & breakfast they will have dinner in a seaside restaurant in Howth. Weather is fabulous. A great first day in Ireland.

Gerry's gone to Ireland

Gerry just left for the airport to meet the Moore Family for a wonderful tour of Ireland. Hopefully you can watch this space for updates to his travels.

As you can tell, this group is going to have some fun!!!