Ballybunion is a coastal town in County Kerry on Ireland’s southwest coast, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for broad sandy beaches, high cliffs, sea caves, and a rocky shoreline shaped by the Atlantic. The town sits beside Ballybunion Beach, with the ruins of Ballybunion Castle standing on a headland above the coast.
Cooper Island is a small, rugged island off the southeastern coast of South Georgia, lying near the entrance to Drygalski Fjord. Its landscape combines steep rocky slopes, snowfields, glaciers, and sheltered coastal areas, with the island surrounded by cold waters often containing sea ice. The island is part of the protected South Georgia environment and is visited primarily for its wildlife and scenery. Expedition vessels may approach or land when conditions permit, although access depends on w
Sligo, a coastal town in the northwest of Ireland, is known for its rugged landscapes, literary heritage, and vibrant cultural scene. Nestled between mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, it has long inspired poets and writers, most famously W.B. Yeats, whose presence still echoes through the town’s galleries, libraries, and walking trails. Sligo’s charm lies in its mix of natural beauty and creative energy, where the rugged countryside meets lively streets full of music and arts.
A most pleasant and picturesque county, famed for its scenic beauty. Bordered by the Blackstairs Mountains and Mount Leinster, the county is divided by the rivers Barrow and Slaney. There are many historical monuments and castles. Recreations include Golf, Tennis, Fishing, Shooting, Rowing, River Cruising, Swimming, Hunting and Climbing.
Sceilg Mhichíl, also known as Skellig Michael, is a steep rocky island in the Atlantic Ocean off the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry. Rising sharply from the sea, the island is dominated by rugged peaks, exposed cliffs, and narrow terraces. Its remote position helped preserve an early Christian monastic settlement that occupies a high ridge above the landing points.