For The Love of Travel

My favorite places, photos and stories

May 4, 2026
by Lids
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3/5/2026 County Kerry

Today, I’m making my way from Killarney to the Dingle Peninsula. Excited and the weather is holding up…despite meteorology predictions…yay! Inch Beach is stunning—a long, golden stretch of coastline with breathtaking views of the Atlantic. The waves are wild, the … Continue reading

May 2, 2026
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29/4 – 30/4/2026 County Cork

Lots of maritime history in Cobh. Originally known as Cove, it was renamed Queenstown in 1849 to honor Queen Victoria’s visit, before officially becoming Cobh in 1922. During the Napoleonic Wars, it served as a major British naval base and … Continue reading

March 30, 2024
by Lids
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29/3/2024 Hakodate to Iwanai

Oy vay! Quite the downpour this morning and swirling mists on the mountain sides. A couple of ‘lightening’ and ‘icy road conditions’ warnings flashed on road signs on my pathway. Very atmospheric. Lake Onuma was first on my list, a … Continue reading