Tag: Ireland
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Irish Silhouette
I took took this photo last year when I was in County Cork, Ireland. I was drawn to the silhouette of the dock against the water.
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Why I want to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland
Today is St. Patrick’s Day. One of the items on my bucket list to is visit Ireland during St. Patrick’s holiday celebration. In Ireland, the St. Patrick’s holiday is typically celebrated over a 4-5 day period. There are many exhibits to enjoy, including: a parade, a fair, a craft beer and food market and more.…
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The Magic of Blarney Castle
The Blarney Castle is a really great place to visit when you are in Ireland. Located at the top of the castle is the Blarney Stone. The story goes that if you kiss the stone you will receive the gift of the gab. This is a such a fun tradition and I think that it should definitely…
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The Legend of Giant’s Causeway
I was lucky to have had the opportunity to visit the Giant’s Causeway when I was in Ireland. Let me tell you, it’s breathtaking! The Irish are amazing storytellers and I’m fascinated by legends, folklore and myths. When you visit you can listen to the story of how the Giant’s Causeway came to be.…
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Why I enjoy black and white photography
There is something captivating and raw about a black and white photo. Stripping out the colour compels you to really focus on the angles, shadows and tones. This can increase the impact and make the photo stronger. I think there is a bit of magic with black and white images. It can affect…
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Travel Bucket List – Islands
The world is beautiful and diverse. My goal is to visit as many places as I can take photos along the way. MSN recently published The 12 most scenic islands in the world and I definitely want to see all of these islands. Number 9 on the list is the Aran Islands. The Contiki Tour I took in…
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My first trip outside of Canada
I took my very first trip in September. I went alone on Contiki’s Ireland tour. At first, I was a little nervous. I’ve never been outside of Canada, let alone travelled alone! But, it was an amazing experience. Ireland is absolutely breathtaking. I renewed my love with the potato, met some amazing people and saw beautiful…
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