Beaches of Ulster (Northern Ireland) Northern Ireland is home to amazing ocean cliffs and tall green mountains, but what you will find to be most beautiful when visiting this beautiful European Island is its gorgeous sandy beaches. Ireland is home to over 100 spectacular beaches that draw in visitors from all over the world…
There’s a saying among photographers in Ireland, ‘If the light is not quite right, wait for 10 minutes’. There’s a certain logic there. For instance, if you are travelling on the Antrim coast road you would be advised to always have your finger on the ‘take’ button of your camera. Every turn of the road…
In these difficult times we are living in, safety and security are foremost in our minds. We are being encouraged to have our holidays and breaks at home rather than risk travelling abroad. We are fortunate that here in Ireland we are blessed with choice of places to visit and stay. From East to west…
Photos of Ireland Are you looking for quality images and film footage of Ireland? Do you want to capture the rolling hills landscape in all their beauty? Perhaps you are just interested in stunning photographs of the shoreline? Either way, we have photos of Ireland covered. Taking photos of Ireland can be…
‘Ireland in Black & White’ 21 Super shots of the Emerald Isle 1. The Dark Hedges The Dark Hedges Armoy Co Antrim N. Ireland. Of all the wonderful tourist attractions in Northern Ireland the mysterious ‘Dark Hedges’ is surely among the most memorable locations to visit. Famously renamed ‘The Kings Road’ in…
Larne Harbour Larne Harbour is one of the most modern ferry ports in the entire United Kingdom. It’s conveniently located just north of Belfast, making it an easily accessible way to travel by sea to nearby Scotland. Larne Harbour and the surrounding town of Larne is the ideal place to begin exploring Northern Ireland’s…
Ireland is a gorgeous country with picturesque scenery at every turn. Talk about the photo ops! From the rolling countryside to the ancient castles, there is something for everyone in Ireland. The opportunities for stunning shots are endless. Here is a list of 18 authentic Irish photos for your travel blog! The Blarney…
The History of Irish Soda Bread, –Farls & Fadge Soda Bread and the Potato Famine of 1845 Soda bread became very popular during the famine, as the main staple of potatoes was in very short supply and hence an alternative staple was needed. Soda bread could be made from any poor quality flour,…
Crafts of Ireland Ireland has a rich history of craftsmanship, with certain practices going back as far as the Stone Age. Though born out of necessity, crafts of Ireland have persisted throughout the ages, passing from generation to generation and evolving to keep up with changing times. With numerous, ageless crafts, Ireland’s enduring workmanship is…
The Castles of Northern Ireland (Co Down) It is intended that this narrative is as a three-part series of Castles in Northern Ireland. Who built these edifices and why? Where do these castles fit into the geographical and ancient history of Northern Ireland? County Down Ardglass Castle County Down Ardglass Castle is…