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ROAD TO CLIFFS OF MOHER – COUNTY CLARE – REPUBLIC OF IRELAND ‪#discoverireland

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Road to Cliffs of Moher

We had another full day of travel.  After leaving Ballynahinch we drove back through Clifden and checked out the shops.  I was surprised to find Wrangle jeans for sale.  “Rain Ready” the tag read; for €79.95 ($85)!

White Strand

We meandered along the coastline and stopped at White Strand.  Although not far into our journey for the day, it was a great place to stop and stretch your legs; shrug off some of the gluttony from breakfast.   It appeared to be low tide and the vegetation and sand of the beach was ripe for exploration.  The most interesting thing I saw on the beach was the casts of blow lug worms.

Just south of Kilfea on R340 we came across some friendly critters.  Several donkeys were grazing to their heart’s content on tender greens along the roadside.   Photo opportunity!

We did very well with avoiding major cities throughout our travels by sticking to side roads, but there was no going around Galway; no way that wouldn’t add several hours to our travels.  It wasn’t long and we were out along the coast again.  We were, again, hoping for the sunset to cooperate at the Cliffs of Moher.  We arrived in the general vicinity early to look for a B&B as we didn’t make any previous  plans.  We easily found Sea Crest Farmhouse B&B close by and stopped by to take a look.  Satisfied and booked for an evening slumber, we unloaded the car and then departed for our late afternoon/evening adventure.  First up, dinner.

Vaughans Anchor Inn

It was invaluable having portable WiFi at all times.  It was a sinch to read reviews on restaurants.  We chose Vaughans Anchor Inn in Liscannor.  I always looked forward to a pint of Guinness after a long day of traveling.  You can see from the smile on my lovely wife’s face she did as well.  I really enjoyed that Ireland was all about the bread.  We had quite a few different varieties.  My inner-gourmand was very delighted.  The chef brought out a sample of his parsnip puree; it was divine.  Vaughn’s Fish and Chips consisted of Cod in a 9 year old (starter) batter,  Chips steamed then fried in Beef Drippings with Homemade Tartar Sauce and Pea Puree.  Wow!  Heart-healthy eating at its finest 🙂  One of the best fish and chips I experienced on our trip.

Next up…the Cliffs of Moher.

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CLIFDEN – COUNTY GALWAY – REPUBLIC OF IRELAND ‪#discoverireland

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Clifden & the Sky Road

Clifden

This was one of my favorite areas in Ireland along the Wild Atlantic Way.  The Sky Road loop leading West out of Clifden is pretty spectacular.  Part way around the loop is car park where Cyndie and I did a sunset shoot (red line).  The views to the South looking out over Clifden Bay was pretty amazing.  We did not make the trip around the entire Sky Road (orange line) as the sun had set and there would have been no views to behold.

We spent a fair amount of time at the car park watching the sunset take shape.  As we stood there we noticed movement up on the hill to our right.  It appeared as though the cow came out to take in the sunset; not long after the first cow showed up, another joined as well.

The Photographer’s Ehemeris

In case you are not aware, there is a wonderful online tool to aid with sunrises and sunsets.  I’ve used The Photographer’s Ehemeris for some time now.  It is a great tool to scout locations you’ll be traveling to .

Sunset Progression

This was one of the most beautiful sunsets I have had the pleasure of capturing in quite a while.  The colors were amazing, the weather cooperated and there were clouds that pulled it all together nicely.  I really wish I would have shot a time-lapse progression that evening.  The following gallery has several images captured as the sun was setting that evening.

I ordered 35″x14″ panoramic floatmount print of this sunset from Artmill.  It is hanging in my office at work.  I see it every day; it never gets old.  

 

Extras – watch these videos.  It’s worth your time.

Embrace the Wild Atlantic Way of Life

Soundtrack of Embrace the Wild Atlantic Way of Life by Walking on Cars – check out their CD – Everything This Way

The Sky Road

This video will take you all the way around the Sky Road loop starting at the Northern point (orange line above) around to the car park/look out West of Clifden.

Soaring over the Wild Atlantic Way

Connemara Tour Guide, West of Ireland

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