Galway

After a late night walk across the Ha’Penny bridge to dinner, we found the Dublin landmark Spire. Hard to see in the dark but an odd 400 ft tall needle in the middle of town. Its purpose is unclear but it was certainly interesting.

In the morning, we took an Uber to the airport to pick up our rental car for the 2+ hour drive to Galway. On the way, our walking tour was cancelled as Storm Ashley made landfall with red flood and wind warnings. 35-45 mph winds for the last half of the drive. We were able to find an open seafood restaurant (great fish chowder and fish and chips) before we went shopping for swim trunks since our Galway plans had to be shelved. After we checked into the hotel, we made our way to the pool and sauna for a couple of hours as the wind storm continued outside. We decided to order pizza in and watch the third Batman rather than make our way outside again. Sleeping in the same hotel room made for a late night but at least we all had beds.

After packing up and showers, we had dinner at a local cafe right by the coast. The sun is out and the waffles and Irish breakfast were delicious. The wind is still strong but at least the rain is holding off for now. 1.5 hour drive to the planned hiking spot. Hopefully the 35mph gusts subside on the drive.Les mer