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Terry And Randy Clarke

Terry And Randy Clarke

Since retiring we are trying to explore as many places as possible without rushing through any of them. もっと詳しく🇨🇦Bright's Grove
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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Our hotel was on a very busy street. Not this morning only police and their whistles.
    We walked down the road for two blocks to meet our driver.This person was getting around police barricades by riding on the sidewalk.Those are bus loads of riot police. Our driver backed up and did a u turn in front of them.Home sweet home. We woke up to a beautiful warm sunny day. The lake was calling.

    Home Again

    2025年10月1日, カナダ ⋅ 🌙 13 °C

    Buses, ferries, and taxis were on strike on Oct 1. The air traffic controllers were not permitted to strike, so they were planning a work to rule event. There were demonstrations planned in the square close to our hotel, and we were hoping to make it home. We awoke to a lot of whistles. We looked out the window, and the police had closed our street and were diverting traffic. We checked with the front desk and they assured us our ride would be there at 11:15. At 11:45 we were told to walk two blocks to meet our driver. He was waiting in the street and took us around the corner where he'd parked the van the wrong way on a one-way street and half on the sidewalk. While he loaded our bags and got us inside, buses of riot police were passing. It was wild. Once we were out of the city center, traffic was light, and we made it to the airport in plenty of time. The flight was 10 and a half hours and not the most pleasant, so we were happy to land in Toronto. We arrived home at 10:30 pm, which was 5:30 the next morning in Greece, so we were ready for bed. It was a wonderful trip, we loved Greece and feel so fortunate to have had this opportunity to visit this beautiful spot.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Hadrians Arch from the bus window.
    From the bus window.From the bus window.Trying to find our way to the AcropolisStill looking for the route to the top.Took a wrong turn but found a pretty church.Areopagus Hill.Randy and Mike climbed to the top.Beautiful view of the cityBeautiful view of the AcropolisCats everywhereThe wine glass pulls it togetherRandom statueOdeon of Herodes Atticus an amphitheater inside the AcropolisWe made it.Amazing experience even with the crowdsLots of restoration going onStill trying to get the hang of selfies.BeautifulBeautifulNice lunch after a busy morning.Our sketchy neighborhoodGreat way to spend the afternoon.

    Two Days In Athens

    2025年9月29日〜10月1日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C

    We woke up to rain. It never rains in Greece must be because the Clarkes are in town. We booked a hop on hop off bus to get a feel for the city and rode almost the full route. We got off close to the Acropolis and decided to walk up to the entrance. It was really busy and the only entrance time available was at 4. We decided to come back Tuesday morning and booked tickets for 10 am. We climbed the Areopagus and were amazed with the view. We wandered down the slope to the Thiseo area. Randy and I found a nice sidewalk cafe for a snack and cold drink. Mike and Lori visited the Ancient Agora. We wandered through the Plaka area for dinner that evening. We spent the next morning exploring the Acropolis. It was amazing and well worth the crowds. Afterward we found a nice restaurant for lunch and a bit of a rest before walking back to our hotel. It was a beautiful afternoon, and we decided the rooftop pool was a great place to spend our last afternoon in Athens. We went back to see Alejandro again for dinner. He gave us a tour of the garden event center behind the restaurant. It was magical with about 20 chandeliers and fairy lights everywhere. Even the bathrooms were beautiful with blue marble walls and floors and copper fittings. Oh, and the food was good too. It was a really nice last night in Greece.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    So many people trying to get to the same place at the same time.
    Sneaking photos while friends slept.Randy tooOur last ferry.Transfer from ferry terminal to the hotel. Usually in 12 passenger vanRandy trying out his new bedPretty neighborhood in Plaka.Nice dinnerCar so close to LoriAlejandro was a great hostLive music was great.

    Back to Athens

    2025年9月28日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C

    One more fast ferry ride from Naxos to Athens. It was the usual crush to get on the boat, up the stairs, and to find our seats. No going outside as the Champion Jet travels up to 50 knots or 93 klm an hour. We were in Athens and at our hotel by 5pm. First stop, the rooftop pool and bar. We love this spot. We headed to the Plaka neighborhood to find a place for dinner. We found a great spot on what we thought was a pedestrian street. Alejandro convinced us to stop and gave us a table where we could watch all the action. There was live music and the service was great. While we were eating a car drove down the street. Alejandro grabbed Lori's arm and pulled it back to the table as the car was that close. It was a very entertaining evening. The walk back to the hotel is always interesting as we had to walk through an emerging (sketchy) neighborhood.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Our little Fun car. There was enough room for Mike in the backseat.
    Cats cats cats.The original man powered olive press.Olive trees still grow on the propertyOur tour guide Maria did an excellent job walking us through the process.Taverns in Melanes.The abandoned monastery.So pretty.Views were spectacularThe kitchen buildings in the distance.View from the roof.Another view from the roof.Driving over the mountains looking for marble quarriesMarble quarry1Lunch in Chalki1Wandering the streets in Chalki.1Interesting planter.1Private collection beside our hotel.Eventually owners will open a museum.Randy and Mike loved this.

    Driving Around Naxos

    2025年9月27日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 22 °C

    We rented a car on our last full day on Naxos to explore outside of Chora. Our first stop was the Eggares Olive Oil Museum. It was interesting and informative. The samples were delicious. I got us a little lost getting to our next stop, which meant some crazy little roads. We finally did get back on track and made it to Melanes, one of the most ancient villages on Naxos built in the amphitheater style. We know what that means, more stairs. It was a beautiful spot, and the views were incredible. We met a really nice person who moved to Melanes from Stirling Scotland. He loved living there. Close by was the Kalamitsia Monastary. It was built in 1673 by Jesuit monks on the site of an ancient venetian mansion and was used as a summer retreat. It's in ruins but still beautiful and very remote. We were the only people there until another group of 4 joined us. They had visited many times and showed us how to get on the roof and into the basement. Our drive took us up and over mountains famous for marble quarries. It was so impressive to see how they have accessed this beautiful stone. The roads were treacherous, but Randy did an amazing job. We stopped for a late lunch and a little exploring in Chalki. It is a picturesque village that once was the capital and trade center of the island. Our day seemed to fly by, and when we made it to Demeters Sanctuary, it was closed for the day. After returning the rental car, we stopped to see the owner of the restaurant who collects motorcycles. Randy and Mike had a tour, and Lori and I had a cold drink and snack. We really enjoyed visiting Naxos.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Watching the boats tie up med style was cool to watch.
    Most of the boats were for hire.Loved the waterfront.Another church we weren't dress appropriately for.More stairs.More waitingWaiting while Lori and I shopped.And stairs did I mention the stairs.So many little streets to explore.Cats everywhere. The neighbors put out food, water and even beds for them.Too bad this place wasn't opened it looked so cool.Small alleyDrying octopus for the nights dinner.The beach to the south of our neighborhood. It was really windy so not many at the beach.A little downtime after a great day of exploring.That what was left after we'd both served ourselves.Mom demonstrating her wine dispenser. Lori wondered if she could get one for home.

    More Chora Time

    2025年9月26日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 23 °C

    Since Mike and Lori hadn't explored the old town, we decided to revisit some of the places we saw yesterday. We actually found a whole new part of this area we totally missed. Later in the day, we explored the beach to the south of the city. It was a large sandy beach with warm shallow water. There are lots of beach bars and restaurants as well. We went to a local restaurant, and the owner was a motorcycle collector. He showed the ladies from Alberta his collection and told the guys to come back tomorrow so he could show them. Business was good, and he was still seating people when we left at 10. We ordered our usual Greek salad that we split and then a pasta dish. Thank goodness we split it as it was enough for a family of 4. The food overall was great, and the portions were large. We split almost every meal. Breakfast was included at every hotel. We finished the day with a walk through our neighborhood and met a family who operated a wine shop. They sold wine to go by the glass. The mom was running the shop, and her twin boys were hanging out with her. They were all very entertaining and we really enjoyed meeting them.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    This pretty square was just steps from our hotel.
    On the way up to the castle district. We were looking for an actual castle.Really pretty church but I wasn't dressed appropriately so we couldn't go in.The galleries were interesting.The views were beautiful. Ongoing restoration all around.So many small streets. This was a defense strategy. If you can't find us you can't fight us.We took pictures for people and they returned the favour.The grains of sand were small pieces of marble polished by the waves.A big piece of marble.Selfies are not our strong point. But what a backdrop.Temple of Apollo. Construction was started but the individual died 5 years later so not completed.The restaurant threw vegetable scraps out for the geese.Our new digs. Definitely a step down but we took advantage of our balcony.Good neighbors1Dinner with the ladies from Alberta.

    Exploring Chora (Naxos Town)

    2025年9月25日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C

    Mike and Lori left early for their day of boating. Our plan was to explore this pretty town we are staying in. We started in the old town, which was built around a venetian fortress. Beautiful winding streets, little shops, galleries and restaurants, and the occasional sea view. And steps, lots, and lots of steps. There was a former Ursaline girls school that has been repurposed into a restaurant, a clothing store, and a museum. It was fascinating and the views spectacular. We met a very friendly artisan who made beautiful jewelry. Her shop and her home were both within the castle walls. She told us about 40 families had homes there. We headed to the waterfront to an area called the grotto. Stoney beaches with lots of beach glass to add to my collection. The stones were actually small rounded pieces of marble. We walked out to the temple of Apollo and then through town. We stopped at a waterfront café for a late lunch and cold drink. There was a cruise ship in town so we had lots of activities to watch. We met a wonderful couple who were exploring the islands at their own pace. They were former sailors who lived aboard for years in the Bahamas. They sold the boat and traveled by rv for years as well. We had lots to talk about and had a wonderful visit. He was in his 80s and was an inspiration. Their idea of "slow go" was the type of travel we love now. A backpack and a plan. Hope we can match their pace. We were moved to our booked rooms while we were out. What a disappointment! We definitely miss our upgrades. We met up with Mike and Lori when they returned from their adventures. We had dinner with a group of women from Alberta who were on a trip celebrating their 50th birthdays. It was a blast getting to know them.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Randy sat outside for the short trip to Naxos. We couldn't go outside on the fast ferries.
    Our pretty hotel upgrade.It was such a pretty, bright studio.Everything looked new and was so comfortable.Someone put a lot of thought into the lighting. Stone and marble balanced by soft features.Beautiful and functionalOur patio was lovely. About 4 feet from street level. Private but lots to see.Cats everywhere. This one was trying to move in on another's space. Cat fight.Nice place to enjoy a warm evening.

    Surprise Upgrade in Naxos

    2025年9月24日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C

    It was a short ferry ride from Peros to Naxos, only about 45 minutes on the water. We learned from our trip from Santorini, and Lori and Mike grabbed a table at a cafe close to our gate. We sat in the shade and waited in comfort. We were in the last group to board the ferry, but as we had assigned seating, it didn't really matter. The best part is so much less pushing. Naxos looks beautiful from the port with the Temple of Apollo so close. We arrived at the hotel with a large group but they were very organized and offered us cold drinks and a place to sit while we waited. The drive from the port seemed to take forever, and we were worried we were far from the waterfront. In reality, it was only a 10 minute walk through a vibrant city center. When they called our names, we were told we had received an upgrade and to please follow George. Out the side door into an alley up the small road and up a few stairs, and here we are. Wow, we had a lovely brand new suite with a huge patio on the alley. It really was so nice. We took some time to settle in before we headed out to do some exploring. It was an interesting walk to the waterfront, and we had a nice afternoon wandering around. There were so many boats, and Mike and Lori booked a trip on a 51-foot Dufour for the next day. We had dinner in our neighborhood at a family run Taverna and enjoyed sitting out on our patio.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Lovely place to spend a day.
    Nice spot to sit when we needed shade.Not as busy when the cruise ship people left.Fanta was a nice refreshing change from beer.Travel buddiesLori's lunch.1Gorgeous Parika.

    Beach Day

    2025年9月23日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C

    We decided it was time for a low-key beach day. The loungers were more expensive than on Santorini, which was a surprise. We found a nice spot and settled in for the day. We met a group from a cruise ship from St Johns NFLD. They were friends with a guy Randy knew, so pictures were taken and shared. The sun was hot and the water was refreshing. It was a much more relaxed day and we really enjoyed it. We had dinner on the waterfront at a great restaurant. The name translated to Mom's Kitchen. Paros is a beautiful island, and we really enjoyed our time hereもっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Our rental car for exploring Paros
    Our route for the day. Started in northwest and circled the island.The road to our first beach.Beautiful rock formations leading to the beach.The rock formations on the beach were magical.Warm waterWe parked in front of an abandoned hotel. Randy thought potential fixer upperTown square in NaousasWorking harbour in NaousasChurch in the backgroundWaves crashing over the breakwallFor AlexisCatch drying on the boatClose up of octopusPretty streets in Naousas village.Santa Maria Beach. Would have loved to spend a day here.Lefkes was built on a cliffside.Quick break before going down about 100 stairs.View from the top. We went all the way down.More stairs in LefkeBack at the car. The trip up was a challenge.Next village was Marpissa. Quick stop for lunch.Golden Beach.Aliki was a wonderful stop. Beach, harbour and town squareOctopus drying for dinner

    Driving Tour of Paros

    2025年9月22日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C

    We spent the day exploring Paros in a cute Nissan Micra. I had a list of 10 beaches and 4 villages that looked interesting. We started at Kolymbithres Beach, which had to be one of my favorites. It was a challenging drive, but Randy handled it like a pro. The rock formations were beautiful, and there were areas of sand between them. The water was really warm. After the beach, we headed to Naousas. I think Naousas was my favorite village to date. It had a charming waterfront with fishermen drying their catch on the bow of their boats. There was also a beautiful old church right on the water. There were icons behind glass in the church, and people were kissing the glass. There were so many interesting little restaurants but it was too early for lunch. We then headed to Santa Maria, a beach on the northeast east corner of the island. Very pretty white sand beach. We spent time in Lefkes and Marisspa, two pretty mountain villages. We then made it to Goldon Beach on the southeast coast. Many of the beaches were difficult to reach, and we didn't want to damage the rental car, so we didn't get to all. Randy found some crazy places to turn around when we decided we couldn't make it. We ended the day at Aliki, a charming village with a beautiful beach. We dropped the car off by 7 and had another great dinner at George's restaurant on the beach. It's much quieter tonight without the christening celebration. It was a wonderful day on this beautiful island of Peros.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Beautiful beaches in Parika
    Lots of boats at anchor on both sides of the ferry terminalLovely day wandering the waterfrontFun tour boatOld town ParikiBeginning of a restorationBeautiful churchOld town was quiet, it was a Sunday so maybe a day of rest.Lots of blueOld townStopped for a cold drink after exploring for a few hoursCan't stay away from the beach.Another nice stop. The name translates to Mom's Kitchen.More old town.From the waterfront looking up to Old TownMy favorite beer.Watching the sun go down

    Relaxing Day Exploring Pariki Paros

    2025年9月21日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 25 °C

    We had a slow morning settling into our new hotel and then headed out to explore Pariki. It's a beautiful, small seaside town with a vibrant waterfront. It's only a short walk from our hotel, but with the narrow winding roads and no sidewalks, it's always full of surprises. The waterfront is full of restaurants and shops. There are several beaches, the ferry terminal, and lots of boats to look at. We wandered up to the old town. There were shops, restaurants, and homes built into ancient buildings. The alleyways were like a maze, and we really enjoyed our afternoon. We had a wonderful dinner on the beach at George's restaurant. There was a christening celebration with music, dancing and a large group of family and friends. We enjoyed our first full day in Peros.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Loved this hotel, Terra Blue on Santorini.
    Cutting through the pool to get up the hill to our room one last time.The road to the port was intense.So many switchbacks to get to the bottom.Getting off the ferry in Peros.Our patios at the Panorama hotel in Pariki Paros. A bit of a disappointment after our last hotel.View from our hotel room. Football pitch was busy with players of all ages. Trash emptied early.

    Santorini to Paros

    2025年9月20日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 24 °C

    The bus picked us up at the hotel and took us to the port for our ferry to Paros. We'd forgotten how crazy the road to the port was. If anything, the way down was even more intense. The traffic was wild with so many buses and trucks traveling in both directions. We had to stop at almost every turn to let someone get by. When we reached the ferry terminal, it was a mad house, so many people. We still had an hour till our ferry came, and there were hundreds of people waiting. Lots of crowding in the hot sun and some people trying to cut to the front of the line. At one point, getting on the ferry, I was pushed from two different directions and pushed right back. Not a proud moment. The ride wasn't as long, and the island looked beautiful as we left the ferry. Our hotel was in an older neighborhood, and our rooms had patios that looked out on a football pitch. The hotel was a bit of a letdown after the Terra Blue, but our bed was comfortable. We walked to the waterfront for dinner at a restaurant the woman at the front desk at Panorama recommended. The food and service were good. We walked a bit and picked up water, beer, and diet coke. You can't drink the water on Paros.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    We enjoyed our evening at Alexander's.
    1Dancing in the streets.More dancing.On our way to dinner.On our way home from dinner. We had fun.Very cool walk home.

    Last Day in Santorini

    2025年9月19日〜20日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 22 °C

    We decided we needed a low-key beach day, so that's what we did. It's low season, so we had our pick of lounge chairs. Ferries were canceled today because of gale force winds, but the beach here was protected. We had a wonderful server, and there were lots of vendors and people offering massages to keep us entertained. We were so relaxed I didn't take any pictures. The women from Alberta took the beds beside us. They are on the same freedom tour we are. That evening, we went to Alexander The Greats; live music, good food, and friendly people. We had a blast. The owner provided free ouzo and dance lessons. Santorini is a beautiful place, and we really enjoyed our time there.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Here come our rides for the day
    Lori and I trying them out. It's the first time I've been on an ATV and I loved it.Terra Blue is our hotel and this is the road behind the hotel leading to Ancient TheraHard to see the road.Very windy at the top and we stayed away from the edge.Our next stop is the village behind us. We had to go down and around the cliff to get there.Small beach town on the other side of the cliff. Very prettyMany small towns have large churches. We heard over 400 churches on Santorini.Next stop home of Blue Monkey beer.Monkeying around.More monkeying around.The settlement before Red Beach.Many buildings carved into the rocks.Randy found an empty place he wanted to fix up.Such a cool placeSo many abandoned places.Restaurants and small hotels as well.Just around the corner is Red Beach. Only accessible by boat or a long hike downJust spectacular.

    Exploring on ATVs

    2025年9月18日〜19日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 24 °C

    We rented ATVs for the day to explore the island. Our first destination was Ancient Thera which was directly above our hotel. The road was unbelievable, and we were surprised how many small cars made the trip up. It was a great opportunity to get comfortable with the ATVs, and the view from the top was incredible. There was a wind advisory, and we really had to watch where we walked. The wind was so strong. We decided to check out the other side of the cliff and visited the village of Perrisa. It had a lively waterfront and a few surfers and windsurfers. The beach was closed for swimming, but the streets were full of visitors enjoying the day. Our next stop was the Ftelos Brewery home of Blue Monkey beer. It was beautiful and the beer was good. The menu was interesting, but we decided to do a bit more exploring before having lunch. We used Google maps and checked out many interesting places. We couldn't find parking in some but we did cover a lot of ground. We stopped at Red Beach for a late lunch and explored the waterfront. There were many buildings carved into the rocks, some deserted but many still occupied. Including a hotel and a few restaurants. We were too late to visit White Beach, but we could see it in the distance. We returned the ATVs and stopped for refreshments at an Irish Pub. I guess there aren't many places you can travel to where you can't find an Irish Pub. We had a nice dinner at a restaurant called Honey and Thyme. Very good.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Cats everywhere at our hotel. This one hung around around our rooms looking for handouts.
    The local bus was a great way to get around.The start of our walk along the clifftop in Fira.We keep trying to take selflies with mixed results.Finally made it to the Blue Note. Definitely not the one Mike and Lori remembered.Three cruise ships in town so it was busy.The donkeys going up and down the steps.Lots of little alleys.Beautiful but a very long way down.We walked for a few hours.Randy enjoyed the local beer.Looking for our bus to head back to our hotel.

    Local Bus Travel

    2025年9月17日〜18日, ギリシャ ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C

    Breakfast was provided by Terra Blue, and we sat in a garden terrace with about 10 cats. There are cats everywhere here, and if we leave our door open, they will wander right in. Many people share their breakfast with them, so it's hard to keep them off our chairs and even the tables. After breakfast, we walked to the end of our road and caught the local bus for €2 to Fira. What a beautiful city set on a series of cliffs. There are seven hundred steps down to the ocean. You can walk, ride a gondola, or if you're really adventurous, ride a donkey. We chose to stay closer to the cliff top in our explorations. Mike and Lori were here 35 years ago and wanted to visit their favorite Taverna from that trip. We asked a few locals and checked Google maps and set off. Google Maps said 1.7 kilometers, so it's not a problem. Up up up, we went then down and then up again. Finally, we made it to the Blue Note only to find out it was a totally different place. The original was closed. It was a bit of a disappointment but we enjoyed a cold drink and the beautiful view. The bus ride home was a great opportunity to rest after exploring Fira. We had a nice dinner at Black Stone, a family run restaurant recommended by our hotel.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeThe Greek Islands旅行者
    Our ferry leaving Athens.
    Arriving at one of the islands to drop off and pick up passengers.Arriving in SantoriniTrying to get off the ferry with a few other travelers. Look at the cliffs we have to get over.Off the ferry and all together. Now to find our ride.Ferry was off before we even found our bus.Our ride was a little larger this time. Full bus so lots of stops.Our pretty little hotel.Randy and I shared a Greek sampler at Danas. More than enough for the two of us and oh so good.

    Beautiful Santorini

    2025年9月16日〜17日, ギリシャ ⋅ 🌬 26 °C

    It was a little chaotic in the lobby Tuesday morning as there were a number of tours leaving the hotel at the same time. Our driver was about 20 minutes late and had difficulty finding a place to stop with all the activity. The drive to the port gave us another chance to see the city. The line up to get on the ferry was long but moving quickly and the ferry was huge. We had assigned seating and as it was a fast ferry we weren't allowed outside. We stopped at several islands and the loading/unloading process was amazing. It was a full travel day and we arrived in Santorini in the late afternoon. Getting off the ferry was wild, us and about 500 others trying to get down three sets of stairs and find our way out the back ramp. Total pandemonium. Our driver was waiting and the trip to the hotel was a great introduction to Santorini. The road was a series of switchbacks up and over a very large cliff. At times we had to stop to let the downward busses pass. We were staying in Kamari which was a wonderful beach town on the opposite side of the Island. Our hotel, the Terra Blue was a small family run business at the base of the cliff. Our views of both the cliffs and the ocean were stunning. We had a wonderful dinner at the Taverna Danas and explored the area. It was a short walk to town and about a 10 minute walk to the beach.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    Randy looking through the tax roles in the Armagh Town archives
    These were a few of the documents we were given to look throughThere were two St Patrick's Cathedrals in Armagh. One was Church of Ireland and one was Catholic.This was the Scottish Presbyterian Church. A little newer than the cathedralsThe gardens at the Church of Ireland cathedral were beautifulI don't think we were supposed to be in the gardens but the gate was unlocked for grass cutting.Another church in ArmaghThe catholic St Patrick's in the distance.Our quirky room in BallbriggenThe couch was even too small for me.This book of sheet music was by the little couch.The Lark Music Center. The Bedford House is at the end of the music theater.The beach at Ballbriggen.The harbour at Ballbriggen. There were two seals watching us from the middle of the harbour.Beautiful morning for a drive into Dublin. Looks early but it was 9:00.This is an overview of our full trip starting and ending inDublin.

    Ballbriggen to Brights Grove

    2024年10月7日〜8日, アイルランド ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C

    While we were in Belfast Randy's, brother Rick shared some information about their mother's ancestors. Their great great grandfather left County Armagh in around 1846 to come to Canada. We would be passing close by Armagh town on our way to Ballbriggen, so we decided to make a stop. What a great decision, the town of Armagh is so pretty. Very old with many historical sites. The local museum was our first stop. Here we met John Pierson, who worked at the museum and loved his job. He shared so much great information with us, and he connected us with the manager of the museum Sean. Sean brought out the tax roles for the full county from the 1830s to the 1870s. We went through them looking for any mention of the family name Willoughby, but we didn’t find any. It was still so cool to be looking at documents that old. We spent our last night at a very interesting old manor house in Ballbriggen. It was part of The Lark Concert Hall and Music School. Our room was very quirky and included a loft with a tiny little couch. It looked just the right size for a ghost. Breakfast was included at the LaLa Cafe on-site, and it was delicious. Our server shared some great stories about the venue. That day, they were expecting 75 teenage girls for a two day retreat . It was only 40 minutes to the Dublin Airport. Our drive was great until we tried to locate the drop off for the rental car. We entered the lot on the wrong side, so we had to do a complete circle to get to the correct entrance. It was not my best navigation, but Randy stayed calm throughout the confusion. When we dropped the car off, the young man was so laid back, and he didn't give us any paperwork. In fact, we didn't get any paperwork when we picked up the car either. Everything was electronic, and it felt a little strange. We were a little concerned, but our deposit came back on our card, so I guess all was good. It was quite the hike from there to Terminal 1 and further again to our gate. Definitely got our exercise. Our flight was uneventful, and our drive home from Toronto during rush hour was not as crazy as expected. We loved Ireland but are happy to be back home.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    A2 was such a great road to drive along.
    The water on one side and crazy landscapes on the other.Our first view of Carrickfergus Castle. They were rebuilding sections of it.Carrickfergus Castle from the waterfront.Our walk from our apartment in Belfast to city center took us over the Albertbridge Road bridge.The River Lagan from Belfast east.Once we were closer to city center there were beautiful buildings.Belfast City CenterInside Kelly's bar was crazy so we sat in their beer gardenEnjoying the music and crowds.Kelly's BarStreet art everywhere.These sheep reminded we of ones in Toronto.Third class passenger cabin on the Titanic. 75% of people in these cabins were lost.Second class stateroom from Titanic, 59% of these passengers were lost.

    Belfast

    2024年10月5日〜7日, 北アイルランド ⋅ 🌬 14 °C

    Belfast was a little overwhelming. After spending so much time in the countryside or in very walkable towns, a big city was a real change. Our apartment was great on the inside but not so much on the outside. It was in East Belfast on a very busy road. Across the street was a mural calling for justice for someone who was murdered 5 years ago. Lots of graffiti and many closed storefronts. We walked into the city center, about a 45-minute walk, and found Kelly's Bar. It was a really great spot with live music and tons of people. We really enjoyed ourselves but left early to get most of the walk done before it got too late. Sunday it poured so we took the car and visited the Titanic Museum. What an amazing spot we spent the full afternoon wandering through it. We didn't take many pictures, there was so much to take in. The rain kept up all afternoon and evening, so we had a night in.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    The Dark Hedge was planted to create an imposing entrance to this manor house.
    There were a couple of tour buses so lots of people wandering.The trees were several hundred years old and some have died. It wasn't as dark as we'd imaginedMet a nice young Spanish couple and we took turns taking couples pictures.Next stop Giants CausewayPicture from the top. The walk down was easy, the walk back up a little more challenging.Randy climbing on the rocks.We climbed down the west side and wandered around the bottom.Absolutely beautiful walk even though it was rainy and windy.1On our way back up we stopped for a selfie.The diamond in Ballycastle. Another name for town square.The beach at BallycastleThe drive to Torr Head. We are only 12 miles from Scotland on this point.The view looking south from halfway up the hill.Randy coming back down from the abandoned coast guard station at the top.Here come the cattle. They were quite large up close. Even the calves.This was an absolutely stunning beach at Carnlough.First of 12 pieces of sea glass at Carnlaugh beach.We watched the dolphins for about 12 minutes. They came quite close to shore.Random cool things on the A2 from Ballycastle to Larne. Epic coastal drive.Love these cows.

    Game of Thrones and Ballycastle

    2024年10月4日〜5日, 北アイルランド ⋅ 🌬 14 °C

    We started the day with a drive to the Dark Hedges. They were located on a small country road that used to be the entrance to a private estate. The current owners opened a parking lot, a cafe, and a walk through their land to avoid congestion on the roadway. The gardens and woods were beautiful but muddy from the many visitors. The old beech trees were remarkable, and I could understand why they have been used in films. There were quite a few visitors, and we watched a serious photographer set up his equipment to try and get shots without people. He was still trying as we walked back to our car. We then back tracked a bit to the Giants Causeway. We'd heard so much about this walk and weren't disappointed by the beautiful vistas. What surprised us was how developed it was. There was a huge visitor center built into the cliffside. It offered audio devices, a gift shop, modern toilets, and even a bus to take people to the bottom of the cliff and, more importantly, back to the top. This made the Causeway more accessible but also took away from the remote beauty. Inadvertently, we passed the visitors' center and wound up at an old inn. They offered to let us park for £10 and they had access to the walking trails. We weren't interested in the visitors center, so we took them up on it. The walk was easier than anticipated, even on the way up. We only did the walk to the bottom and back. There was also a west cliff and east cliff walk that you could do as well. Once at the bottom, you could climb around on the rocks. After leaving the Giants Causeway, the drive along A2, the Coastal Route, was spectacular. We spent the night at Ballycastle and then continued along A2 the next morning to Belfast. We took a quick detour to Torr Head on some pretty sketchy roads, but the short hike and views were totally worth it. On our way back to the A2, a farmer pulled us over and asked us to park on the side of the single track road while he moved some cattle. He said they were a bit crazy and didn't want them to cause any havoc. We gladly obliged and sat back to watch. First, a vehicle came by pulling a trailer with a big bull inside, and then about 5 minutes later, the rest came by. It was so fun to watch except for the last one. It had a crazed expression, and it headed right for the front of our car. It stood there staring at us until the farmer chased it down the road. Quite an experience. The rest of A2 was so beautiful. We stopped at Carnlough for a beach walk. It was a gorgeous beach and I found about 12 pieces of sea glass. South of Glen Glenarm Castle, we saw a school of dolphins swimming close to shore. We pulled over and watched. They even did a few jumps. We stopped in Larne for lunch and then in Carrickfergus to check out their castle. We had an interesting chat with a local in his campervan who shared some great insight into the area. It really was one of our favorite drives of the trip, and the road was almost all two lanes.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    The drive from Derry to Port Rush was beautiful.
    We drove a little further along A2 to see some of the cliffs.This is from the road, so beautiful and so close.Dunluce Castle looking east. We watched the sailboat and we're surprised to get it in the shot.The castle from the west.This was our townhouse, we really enjoyed it. We had the main floorA really cozy sitting room with an electric fireplace.The bed was comfy.Even a turntable and collection of LPs. We used Google but still loved the old school touch.Just outside our townhouse. This was just ahead of the east beach or strand.The east strand.This little cafe is surrounded by water in high tide. Oh it was windyThe west stand.The west strand with the harbour in the distance.The third floor balcony at the yacht club. They welcomed us to their bar.It was cool to visit the Port Rush Yacht Club.

    No Rush in Port Rush

    2024年10月2日〜4日, 北アイルランド ⋅ 🌙 12 °C

    It's been a wonderful trip to date, and we have covered a lot of the country. We both have colds, and we felt we needed to slow down and catch our breath. We booked a small townhouse for two days in Port Rush, and it was a perfect spot to do that. Port Rush is a Victorian beach town, only a short drive from Derry. It's low season, so the pace is slower than the summer, but still lots to see and do. We drove along the coast and visited Bushmills before checking into our accommodations. Unfortunately, our timing was off, so we didn't take the tour, but it was still interesting to see the oldest whiskey distillery in Ireland. We parked the car in front of our townhouse and decided that's where it would stay until we checked out. We'd picked up a few groceries so we could use the kitchen and settled into our little home. It was lovely. Michelle, our host, had thought of everything. From a wonderful electric fireplace, to comfy furniture, to a bottle of Bushmills and an assortment of treats. The decor was eclectic, and we kept finding cool little touches. We slept in, explored Port Rush by foot, watched movies, and cooked our meals. It was a lovely break. The views were pretty, we fronted on a park and could see the water. Port Rush has two beautiful beaches, a harbour and even an amusement park. We stopped in at the Port Rush Yacht Club and met an interesting local with her two dogs. We loved that dogs were welcome in many places. It was a wonderful two days in this pretty vacation town.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    Letterkenny was a quick stop but we enjoyed the pretty old part of town.
    There were many murals but this one was our favorite.The cathedral was pretty impressive1We were allowed access and a couple of maintenance people even encouraged us to go onto the alter.The cross walks were really funny. Almost thought we would time travel.We made it to Derry not at all like the show except for kids in uniforms everywhere.The pigeons were wild. Every few minutes,hundreds would fly overhead anthen return to the same spot.The Guildhall was a gathering place for people and pigeons. It was outside the walls.Iconic Free Derry graffiti. When they tore the building down, they saved this wall.Second Derry Girls mural from the top of the walls.Street view from the top of the wall.First pint after 13000 steps.Music from young performers.Morning walk along the river.Riverside1The Peace Bridge is a pedestrian and cycle bridge. Lots of dogs out for a walk.View from the bridge.

    Derry Northern Ireland

    2024年10月1日〜2日, 北アイルランド ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C

    We crossed into Northern Ireland today after a quick visit to Letterkenny. Google Maps didn't let us know, but since my phone stopped working, we figured it out. It never occurred to me that I would need two plans, but it is a different country. The drive was every bit as pretty the people just as friendly. Our B&B on William St was one block from where Bloody Sunday took place, and our host Kevin remembers it well. He was 8, and his parents came home from what was supposed to be a peaceful rally and locked them in the house for almost a week. We visited the memorials and murals in that area. It's hard to imagine how recent it was. We totally loved Derry. It's such a nice blend of old and new. People are friendly and there is music everywhere. The original walls from the 15th and 16th centuries are still in tact, and it's about a mile walk around the top. There were tributes to the Derry Girls alongside tributes to revolutionary heroes. Quite unexpected, but it works. We walked for hours and then found a pub with traditional music. Initially, it was a group of young people with someone who appeared to be their music teacher. The pub was full of their families as well as tourists and regulars. It reminded me a bit of Song Farmers as each performer took turns leading a song. At 8:00, the lights flashed, and everyone under 18 had to leave. A young couple from Ottawa with a baby had joined us at our table, and they had to go too. Quite a coincidence as the young father races at our yacht club at least once a year with our dock neighbor. After the kids left, some other musicians sat down, and the music continued. A couple from Owen Sound sat with us, too. They were traveling the opposite direction to us, so we shared suggestions based on both our experiences. The next morning, we walked across the Peace Bridge and explored some other parts of the city.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    Our one town in Leitrim County.
    These townhouses may not have been there when Randy's great grandparents left.This cross could have been there it appeared to be very old.The Gills family donated space for a park in the town center.On to Donegal town in County Donegal. We had a quick visit.Donegal was a really nice town.We toured the castle.These spiral staircases in the castles are not my favorites. Only three floors here.This was the toilet, round holes that went down to a pit below the castle.1The main room was pretty impressive.Waterfront in Dungloe from our room.Old abandoned buildings at the harbour in DungloeWe walked to the end of the jetty.This store was so cute, unfortunately it wasn't open but we enjoyed trying to peek in the window.Another really cute store front.We had a nice dinner at a Chinese restaurant based on a recommendation from locals. Pretty placeView of the water from an alley on main streetOur walk homeLeaving Dungloe the scenery was beautifulHard to believe we are on the same latitude as northern Labrador

    Dungloe

    2024年9月30日〜10月1日, アイルランド ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C

    Randy recently found out that his great grandparents on his father's side had emigrated from County Leitrim, and we were going to be traveling through a very small part of this county today. We passed through one seaside village, Tullaghan, so we had to stop and take a walk. He is interested in finding out more when we return home, but at least he can say he did spend some time in Leitrim County. We also stopped in Donegal and toured the castle. It is a pretty town and we enjoyed our visit. Dungloe was our stop for the night, and our room in the Midway Inn was tiny but had a sea view. We met a few locals who introduced us to Canadians who purchased a home outside of town and visited several times a year. We also found out that Dungloe is the hometown of Daniel ODonnel, a singer my mom absolutely loved. Mom dragged dad on a few bus trips to places like Branson Missouri to see him perform. Oh my, she would have loved to visit here. He still performs a couple of times a year in the area.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    1Strangest laundry ever.
    Oops one sock didn't make it too the dryer cycle. The heat vent did the trick.The road to the beach was interesting.Very long beach and sand dunes in the distance. Even though it was rainy people were walking dogs.BeautifulThis one is for the Berkleys. We didn't go in.Made it to two pubs in Crossmolina.Hineys Pub in CrossmolinaWaiting for dinner.1Sunday roast, turkey, ham, potatoes, stuffing, gravy and three different veg. Enough for 2

    Crossmolina

    2024年9月29日〜30日, アイルランド ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C

    It was rainy, windy, and cold when we left Achill Island heading to our next destination. Crossmolina was a small town in County Mayo and was not too far away. There was a long way with great scenery, but our colds were getting the best of us, and we had laundry to do so we took the more direct route. The laundry was in the parking lot of a very busy gas station, and it was pouring. What a different experience doing laundry in a parking lot. The machines were large, and the price included detergent and drying. The most challenging part was getting the clean dry laundry to the back seat of the car to fold. After we finished the laundry, we went for a drive to Ross Beach. It was another windy, narrow road, but the beach at the end was worth it. Our hotel for the night The Dolphin Hotel was interesting. The hallway and stairs were so dirty we were afraid to see the room. Surprisingly, it was updated and clean, but it was so small we had to push on the mattress to open and close the door. There was an antique car show in town and we saw some pretty cool old cars. We stopped in a pub and met a nice young local couple, and they recommended a spot for dinner. We had a huge Sunday roast in a busy pub full of families enjoying a night out.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    The roads were wider and nicely paved. The scenery was still so beautiful.
    Kylemore Abbey, was a private home but now a satellite campus of Notre Dam CollegeOur first of many sheep encounters. They were not in a hurry so neither were we.The beautiful Killary FjordThe Mariner Hotel in Westport.A tribute to St Patrick in the town square of Westport.Randy got a kick out of the supports for this old fishing boat. Empty guiness kegs.First glimpse of Achill Sound.Stopped for fuel in Newport. It was the lowest price so far, €1.69 per litre.The road to Keem Beach.More sheep.This was a challenging road but so worth it.A small stream by the parking lot at Keem Beach.Keem Beach. It was cold and really windy but still people swimming.We love our beaches.Our pretty room at Greystone House.Greystone House on Achill Island.The swing bridge back to the mainland.1Dinner and a drink at the Achill Island Hotel.1The view from the pub.

    Achill Island

    2024年9月28日〜29日, アイルランド ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C

    We had a lovely B&B booked on Achill Island. The drive from Clifden to Achill Island was amazing. We were on a national road , so well marked lanes, even when it wound up and down hills and around the Killary Fjord, we had room for oncoming traffic. It was a good thing because the tour busses were out in force. The only negative to the tour buses was it didn't leave many parking spots for us. We stopped for a walk through both Westport and Newport. It was nice to stretch our legs and see the sights. We drove past our B&B to drive to the end of Achill Island. There was a huge kite surfing festival taking place with so many campervans and caravans. And sheep, oh my goodness, sheep everywhere. The last part of the drive to Keem Beach was breathtaking, and the beach itself was beautiful. The B&B was so nice, I sat in the sunroom looking out at Achill Sound and caught up on my footprints. We walked over the swing bridge to the Achill Island Hotel for dinner and some people watching. We were Fionas' last guests of the season. She was a wonderful host, and her home was lovely.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    There is a neighborhood in Galway called Terry Land. Had to take a picture.
    Sweeping vistas as we entered the Connemara area.The bens in the distanceThe Giant of Connemara a carving on the roadside.Along with the statue of the giant is this plaque. Love the humour.Getting closer to the bens. The road ran between them so views on both sides.The start of the Sky Road. We followed a dump truck for a bit.More Sky Road1The highest point was really windy and the view was terrific.Top of the Sky Road.The heather was in bloom, this was outside my car window close enough to touch.On our way down, passed walkers, cyclists and oncoming traffic. The blind corners, wow.Getting close to town and the road is widening.ClifdenA well earned pint of Guiness after a long drive.1Fresh local oysters in the town square.1Breakfast room in our B,&B. This was before we were served a full breakfast. So much stuff.The sitting roomFrom the outside it looks like two stories but it's built into a hill so at least 3 sets of stairs.Charity shop across the street. Backpacks a little full so donations welcomed.

    Clifden and Connemara

    2024年9月27日〜28日, アイルランド ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C

    We had to back track a bit to get to our next destination, Clifden. It was all national roads until we took a short detour to drive The Sky Road. Once we were west of Galway, the landscape became so dramatic as we entered the Connemara area. There were miles of peat meadows with majestic mountains or bens in the distance. As we got closer to Clifden, the Twelve Bens took our breath away. It was a nice change to have such beautiful scenery and a wide two lane road at the same time. That changed when we took the Sky Road. The views were amazing, but the road was narrow with blind corners and shear drops. Well worth the white knuckles, though. We arrived in Clifden in the middle of their annual art festival so it was busy and there were some lovely paintings and drawings on display around town. Our B &B was very interesting. It was in an old building that seemed to go on for half the block. The brother and sister who owned it loved their antiques and had quite the collection. However, the bed was comfy, and the breakfast was plentiful and delicious. We wandered the town, visited a few pubs, and heard some great traditional music. Clifden really is a lovely little town.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    There were ruins of several churches and many grave markers.
    The original crosses were protected indoors.The site was very large and impressive. I was surprised at its violent history.This arch was called the Whispering Arch. It was so wet and cold I didn't really appreciate it.Randy looking for shelter, Oops no roof.Original church on the site.We pulled over to let faster traffic go by and saw this pretty forest road.Stopped for lunch to warm up and loved the Strathroy butter.1Our room at the Shamrock Lodge.I wasn't joking we really did have the Princess suite.Sitting at the end of the bar watching all the action. The bartenders were hilarious.1They had live music but it didn't start till 10, way too late.This is part of the original wall which was dated to the 9th century.From the outside it's very plain but inside it's awesome.

    Clonmacnoise and Seans Bar

    2024年9月26日〜27日, アイルランド ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C

    It was rainy and cold as we drove inland to Athlone. We stopped at Clonmacnoise a monastery that was founded in the 6th century. We watched a video presentation and then had a guided tour. Some of the original Celtic crosses have been moved into a museum to safeguard them, and models were erected outside. We enjoyed the inside tour more than the outside as the rain was coming sideways. Our guide tried to keep us to sheltered areas, but it was wild. He also told us that the bar we were going to tonight was almost as old as the monastery. We had a nice surprise when we checked into the Shamrock Lodge, they put us in the Princess Grace Suite. She was at the hotel in the 60s, and they had all kinds of memorabilia. It was a beautiful room and we really enjoyed our stay. We spent a few hours at Seans Bar, and we were totally entertained by the bar staff as they scrambled to take care of bus loads of thirsty customers. The bar dates back to the 9th century. It was definitely worth the drive to Athlone to experience Seans Bar.もっと詳しく

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  • Terry And Randy ClarkeIreland旅行者
    Our drive from Doolin to Galway via The Burren
    Roads were two lane but tiny two lanes. These busses are huge.Just spectacular views.We stopped at the Aillwee Burren Experience to see this area up closeLori is still in flip-flops even in the Burren.Wild areaI'm always the short one.Salthill area of Galway. Check out the right side of the building. Randy loved this.Ducked in to The Office to get out of the rain and spent the afternoon betting on the horsesWe were at the Listowel race track on Sunday. We were too early for the races so we enjoyed on tvThe winning ticketsSalthill GalwayWe had dinner at The GalleonOur little hotel. Small but very nice.The pub we spent the afternoon watching and betting on races.Crazy pub Randy called Crackerbarrel on drugsWaterfront in SalthillO'Connors pub in Salthill. The fire was wonderful.So much stuff.

    Salthill

    2024年9月25日〜26日, アイルランド ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C

    We drove through the Burren on our way from Doolin to Galway. It is a very unique part of County Clare with stunning views of a very diverse landscape. We stopped for a walk to see the landscape up close. It was so beautiful. The drive was interesting, too. We were on a road called Corkscrew Hill passing tour buses and tractors. We would pull over into the bushes as far as we could and wait for them to pass. As we got closer to Galway, it started to pour. Our hotel was in Salthill, a beachfront area of Galway, and about a 15-minute walk to the historical center of the city. We parked by the beach and tried to get into our hotel early, but no luck. We were waiting for a cab to go into the city center and it started raining really hard. We were cold and wet, so we headed into the pub beside our hotel. What a good decision. Friendly bartenders and patrons made us welcome. Horse racing was on the big screen, and several patrons were betting. We were surprised to see the races were in Listowel. Randy and Mike ran down to the closest bookie, and each placed bets. Mike won in the first race and Randy in the second. We cashed in and blew the money on pints. The weather didn't improve so we decided to stay in the neighborhood. We had a nice dinner across from our hotel and then visited OConnors Pub for traditional music. The pub was very unique. It was old and very quirky, filled with so many weird things. Randy said it was like Crackerbarrel on drugs. There were several fireplaces, and our table was a sewing machine. It was our last night with Mike and Lori. We are taking them to the train station tomorrow. We've been calling Randy Rip for all you Yellowstone fans. We met some fellow Canadians and other people from Maryland. We didn't get to see much of Galway, but we did enjoy our visit.もっと詳しく

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