Must See in Ireland and Scotland (19)
luvs2trvlLos Angeles, California USA1 Threads 9 PostsHello, I will be traveling to Ireland and Scotland in a couple of weeks. Do you have any suggestions of places I must see and/or can't afford to miss? Thanks.
Other musts in Ireland - The cliffs of Moher, County Clare.
Not to be missed - Take a look at all the places on the left of this page -
I've been to all those mentioned. The boat trip on the 5 Killarny Lakes at the Gap of Dunloe and the Blaskets Islands off the Dingle peninsular are well worth a visit and I can say Southern Ireland is a beautiful country and in particular the whole of the West Coast
Enjoy the Guinness and ask the West coast locals around parts of the West Coast like Connemara about, and try *Poteen* *Potcheen* (Poitín)( 3 ways ofd spelling it, if you get a chance :-)
It's 60-95% Alcohol - Like Nitro (Dope) that we used on sprint bikes when I modified three Excelsior Talisman twins with 14:1 compression ratio's in the early 60's :-)
It's like bloody rocket fuel and you could almost run a Lightning on the stuff :-)
Have a nice trip
Mike
Not to be missed - Take a look at all the places on the left of this page -
I've been to all those mentioned. The boat trip on the 5 Killarny Lakes at the Gap of Dunloe and the Blaskets Islands off the Dingle peninsular are well worth a visit and I can say Southern Ireland is a beautiful country and in particular the whole of the West Coast
Enjoy the Guinness and ask the West coast locals around parts of the West Coast like Connemara about, and try *Poteen* *Potcheen* (Poitín)( 3 ways ofd spelling it, if you get a chance :-)
It's 60-95% Alcohol - Like Nitro (Dope) that we used on sprint bikes when I modified three Excelsior Talisman twins with 14:1 compression ratio's in the early 60's :-)
It's like bloody rocket fuel and you could almost run a Lightning on the stuff :-)
Have a nice trip
Mike
haunebu2: Other musts in Ireland - The cliffs of Moher, County Clare.
Not to be missed - Take a look at all the places on the left of this page -
I've been to all those mentioned. The boat trip on the 5 Killarny Lakes at the Gap of Dunloe and the Blaskets Islands off the Dingle peninsular are well worth a visit and I can say Southern Ireland is a beautiful country and in particular the whole of the West Coast
Enjoy the Guinness and ask the West coast locals around parts of the West Coast like Connemara about, and try *Poteen* *Potcheen* (Poitín)( 3 ways ofd spelling it, if you get a chance :-)
It's 60-95% Alcohol - Like Nitro (Dope) that we used on sprint bikes when I modified three Excelsior Talisman twins with 14:1 compression ratio's in the early 60's :-)
It's like bloody rocket fuel and you could almost run a Lightning on the stuff :-)
Have a nice trip
Mike
Not to be missed - Take a look at all the places on the left of this page -
I've been to all those mentioned. The boat trip on the 5 Killarny Lakes at the Gap of Dunloe and the Blaskets Islands off the Dingle peninsular are well worth a visit and I can say Southern Ireland is a beautiful country and in particular the whole of the West Coast
Enjoy the Guinness and ask the West coast locals around parts of the West Coast like Connemara about, and try *Poteen* *Potcheen* (Poitín)( 3 ways ofd spelling it, if you get a chance :-)
It's 60-95% Alcohol - Like Nitro (Dope) that we used on sprint bikes when I modified three Excelsior Talisman twins with 14:1 compression ratio's in the early 60's :-)
It's like bloody rocket fuel and you could almost run a Lightning on the stuff :-)
Have a nice trip
Mike
Thanks Mike, I'm definitelly having a pint or two, and anything else that looks interesting.
Lots of good suggestions there....it's difficult to advice, as both Scotland and Ireland are so beautiful!!
If you fancy really getting away from it all in Scotland, then I would say, head over to Oban (a beautiful place) and then head north, staying as close to the West coast as possible. The further north you go, the more remote and stunningly beautiful it gets!! If you want any more details on this area, just mail me.
The weather is very mixed in Central Scotland just now, but we have had quite a bit of sunshine this past week. It has turned colder these past few days though...it's now about 13 degrees during the day.
Have fun!!
If you fancy really getting away from it all in Scotland, then I would say, head over to Oban (a beautiful place) and then head north, staying as close to the West coast as possible. The further north you go, the more remote and stunningly beautiful it gets!! If you want any more details on this area, just mail me.
The weather is very mixed in Central Scotland just now, but we have had quite a bit of sunshine this past week. It has turned colder these past few days though...it's now about 13 degrees during the day.
Have fun!!
I agree with all of the suggestions for scotland, I,m from glasgow and there lots to see....a hav,nt worked out how to put links on SORRY but kelvingrove museun, glasgow science centre,glasgow tower,the bus tours a great way to see all of glasgow and you can get off look round and then get back on, there also the river plane, takes you from glasgow to oben (weather permitting) and back, also shopping.... buchanan street,sauchiehall street,merchant city,ashton lane has some great wee one off shops and some great resturants......if ya heading to the highlands definatley Fort William,Fort August,s Loch ness and then head up to sky.
if you need anything just let me know and a would be happy to try help you if a can
and HAVE A GREAT TIME
if you need anything just let me know and a would be happy to try help you if a can
and HAVE A GREAT TIME
hi i just came back from ireland last week places to go in dublin the cobble stone pub in the [smithfield area] or try the merchants bar on the keys!! go also to kilmanham jail worth a visit hotels in dublin i got singles rooms in the ripley court hotel for 40 euro s a night including b/fast its right in the centre [talbert st] or wynn s hotel its more exspensive but a good hotel if you go to galway get a place outside theirs some good b+b s and make your way in by public transport!! killarny town cork city or clifton galway great in the evenings also how about a visit to cong this is the place where they made [THE QUIET MAN ] BEST OF LUCK AND ENJOY
luvs2trvl: Hello, I will be traveling to Ireland and Scotland in a couple of weeks. Do you have any suggestions of places I must see and/or can't afford to miss? Thanks.
Hmm, err.. no. none at all 
Scotland.
I like Glencoe. Skye is a must if you go to the West side but I heard Mull is just as attractive and good for walking.
Up at Inverness go east for the Baxters Soup factory, or do this at the end of the Whisky trail to water down the alcohol! :)
Callander is nice for tea and cake and Pitlochry for the salmon run.
Ireland.
Antrim Coast is stunning. Giants Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede. (Check out my photo)
Ulster American Museum if you are tracking down relations who left to go to USA. They have a list of family names there.
:)
I like Glencoe. Skye is a must if you go to the West side but I heard Mull is just as attractive and good for walking.
Up at Inverness go east for the Baxters Soup factory, or do this at the end of the Whisky trail to water down the alcohol! :)
Callander is nice for tea and cake and Pitlochry for the salmon run.
Ireland.
Antrim Coast is stunning. Giants Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede. (Check out my photo)
Ulster American Museum if you are tracking down relations who left to go to USA. They have a list of family names there.
:)
Must see: Rosslyn Chapel outside Edinburgh....Stunning scenery and fascinating history
Loch Lomond is a must see for obvious reasons....a great way to emjoy the spectacular scenery is by seaplane from Glasgow...I'd love to try it myself but the thought of a plane landing on water terrifies me lol..hope you enjoy your trip!!
Crystal29: Loch Lomond is a must see for obvious reasons....a great way to emjoy the spectacular scenery is by seaplane from Glasgow...I'd love to try it myself but the thought of a plane landing on water terrifies me lol..hope you enjoy your trip!!
meant to add this:
Crystal29: Loch Lomond is a must see for obvious reasons....a great way to emjoy the spectacular scenery is by seaplane from Glasgow...I'd love to try it myself but the thought of a plane landing on water terrifies me lol..hope you enjoy your trip!!
Red 3 - Crystal
FWIW - You need not have any fear -
1. Aircraft are statistically safer than a ship or boat.
2. Amphibious aircraft and seaplane accidents are almost non-existant by comparison with how many hours they fly per year and
3. Landings in a seaplane are such that the one operating on Loch Lomond is as safe, if not safer than travelling on any hovercraft or WIG ( Wing in Ground) effect vehicle (Ekranoplan to you)when it operates or even when a glider comes to a standstill.
Book up and go - You will love it.
Red 3 out
haunebu2: Red 3 - Crystal
FWIW - You need not have any fear -
1. Aircraft are statistically safer than a ship or boat.
2. Amphibious aircraft and seaplane accidents are almost non-existant by comparison with how many hours they fly per year and
3. Landings in a seaplane are such that the one operating on Loch Lomond is as safe, if not safer than travelling on any hovercraft or WIG ( Wing in Ground) effect vehicle (Ekranoplan to you)when it operates or even when a glider comes to a standstill.
Book up and go - You will love it.
Red 3 out
FWIW - You need not have any fear -
1. Aircraft are statistically safer than a ship or boat.
2. Amphibious aircraft and seaplane accidents are almost non-existant by comparison with how many hours they fly per year and
3. Landings in a seaplane are such that the one operating on Loch Lomond is as safe, if not safer than travelling on any hovercraft or WIG ( Wing in Ground) effect vehicle (Ekranoplan to you)when it operates or even when a glider comes to a standstill.
Book up and go - You will love it.
Red 3 out
thanks for the reassurance...I'd love to book it but Id have to overcome my fear of the plane landing on fluid and capsizing first.......
The Giants causeway and The Gens of antrim in northern Ireland are a must to visit!!!
Crystal29: Loch Lomond is a must see for obvious reasons....a great way to emjoy the spectacular scenery is by seaplane from Glasgow...I'd love to try it myself but the thought of a plane landing on water terrifies me lol..hope you enjoy your trip!!
I want to do that one of these fine days!!!!!!! That one's definitely on the ol' bucket list....which is getting longer and longer every year!!!
Juneau: I want to do that one of these fine days!!!!!!! That one's definitely on the ol' bucket list....which is getting longer and longer every year!!!
I'd love to do it too..maybe we could go together...you'd need to bring earplugs though just in case I lose it and start screaming!
Ireland: Giants Causeway near Portrush plus also the bouncy wooden bridge a few miles to the east that links a small island to the mainland and was used my salmon fishermen.
Blarney Castle near Cork.
Newgrange near the Boyne Battlefield.
Scotland: Edingburgh castle / Arthurs Seat / city centre
Forth Bridge
Golf courses - loads of great ones - St Andrews, Troon, Gleneagles etc. Ireland has many great ones too.
The Highlands - for walking and scenery and isolation
West Coast and isles - for scenery
Glasgow Rangers v Celtic football match
Loads of pubs for good food and beer in Scotland and Ireland
The people. In general, I like the Irish and the Scottish.
Blarney Castle near Cork.
Newgrange near the Boyne Battlefield.
Scotland: Edingburgh castle / Arthurs Seat / city centre
Forth Bridge
Golf courses - loads of great ones - St Andrews, Troon, Gleneagles etc. Ireland has many great ones too.
The Highlands - for walking and scenery and isolation
West Coast and isles - for scenery
Glasgow Rangers v Celtic football match
Loads of pubs for good food and beer in Scotland and Ireland
The people. In general, I like the Irish and the Scottish.
lint874: Ireland: Giants Causeway near Portrush plus also the bouncy wooden bridge a few miles to the east that links a small island to the mainland and was used my salmon fishermen.
Blarney Castle near Cork.
Newgrange near the Boyne Battlefield.Scotland: Edingburgh castle / Arthurs Seat / city centre
Forth Bridge
Golf courses - loads of great ones - St Andrews, Troon, Gleneagles etc. Ireland has many great ones too.
The Highlands - for walking and scenery and isolation
West Coast and isles - for scenery
Glasgow Rangers v Celtic football matchLoads of pubs for good food and beer in Scotland and Ireland
The people. In general, I like the Irish and the Scottish.
Blarney Castle near Cork.
Newgrange near the Boyne Battlefield.Scotland: Edingburgh castle / Arthurs Seat / city centre
Forth Bridge
Golf courses - loads of great ones - St Andrews, Troon, Gleneagles etc. Ireland has many great ones too.
The Highlands - for walking and scenery and isolation
West Coast and isles - for scenery
Glasgow Rangers v Celtic football matchLoads of pubs for good food and beer in Scotland and Ireland
The people. In general, I like the Irish and the Scottish.
.....cheers Lint and we like the English...
Crystal29: I'd love to do it too..maybe we could go together...you'd need to bring earplugs though just in case I lose it and start screaming!
You're on!!! 
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