Gatwick to Southampton
July 28 in England ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
On our way by train to Southampton after being rescued by a friendly Aussie couple. They got us to Chichester after bad advice from a ticket agent. All is well except for the usual jet lag.
Southampton
July 28 in England ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Southampton is familiar to Americans as a cruise port, its association with the Titanic and as a 10th century walled city . More personally, my dad shipped out from NYC 1918 to serve in the infantryRead more
Sailing day
July 29 in England ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Checking out the changes to the NCL Dawn. Found our favorite hot tub and a place to relax and read.
Waterford on foot
July 30 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
Waterford was founded by the Vikings and the heritage remains everywhere you walk. Ireland's oldest city is very walkable and unique. The locals are helpful and friendly - cruisers boost theirRead more
Judy Lyter
Fabulous pictures. Glad you are enjoying the local spirits (in both senses). Interesting to see the historic marker about Frederick Douglass. Did you buy a Waterford crystal piece as a souvenir? Waterford , the town, looks so picturesque.
Cork, Ireland
August 1 in Ireland ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Never made it to Cork but took a trip into the countryside to tour a few castles. The drive was long but worth the views and a taste of Irish food for lunch.
Judy LyterVery atmospheric. These look like perfect settings for Irish historical novels or movies. Rain??
Dingle, Ireland
August 1 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
The little town of Dingle had much to offer for those of us who wanted to explore on foot. Dan and I were amazed at the quality of their aquarium and small but lovely butterfly sanctuary, otters,Read more
Foynes, Ireland
August 2 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Today we are staying in the village of Foynes which was a hub for "flying boats" in the 1930's and 40's. Visited their museum - what a great choice! The biggest surprise was the connection to theRead more
Random photos
August 3 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
Galway
August 3 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Just finished a private walking tour through Galway's city center. Our guide, Gary, was so personable and such a great historian!! He even guided us to a less-crowded pub down a side street and aRead more
More Galway
August 3 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C
Although Ed Sheeran is from England, he was a busker on the streets of Galway. Lots of street musicians are entertaining in the center of Galway today.
Judy LyterWhat a great day. Your photos are wonderful. The one of the old door and window is especially intriguing. I heard a lot about Galway from a student who lived there until she was nine. They are Americans, but both parents were actors based in Ireland (i e. Saving Private Ryan). The parents held on to some of their land so that the 3 daughters could always have a home there if they wished. I don't think any of them moved there.
Canceled Ports
August 5 in Ireland ⋅ 🌬 16 °C
Disappointed to have the last 2 days in port canceled! We were leaving Galway yesterday as Storm Floris was moving into Northern Ireland. The ship headed back the way we had just come, sailing southRead more
Judy LyterThat's a true shame. I would guess you were really looking forward to Dublin. Bummer! Belfast in Northern Ireland should be interesting. It sounds as if that will work out. I hope you can do another trip to Dublin, etc , in the future.
Judy LyterGlad you are there safe and sound, if weary. I also had the experience of getting on a wrong train in London, trying to head to Hampton Court Palace. Luckily, those goofs are easy to fix by hopping off. The right train usually comes along pretty soon. You have spent time in Southampton before. Are you finding new things to do or visiting old favorites? I looked up Chichester -- historic and posh, with some of the most unaffordable housing in England!
TravelerWe visited old favorites since time was short and we were jet lagged. Nap for 2 hours and slept very soundly that night feeling fine now!