HOLIDAYS in IRELAND

A Salmon river in the heart of Connemara
Traditional Galway Bay Hookers in Roundstone

Both of the above photos were taken last Summer during my touring season. The contrasting weather would be typical of Ireland as it is difficult to predict from day to day just what kind of a day lies ahead. The beauty of it all really is that we do get a fair mix, and when we do get a wet day it rarely rains all day. I have been touring now for a good many years and i have never yet had a tour that was ruined by bad weather. I always say that Ireland is beautiful all of the time, it is just that some days she wears a different dress. I have been in the above areas on many occasions but just looking at the photos now makes me feel like i want to go back there again soon. Maybe i will do that with you.
The Hookers are a very sturdy boat and were used to transport all types of cargoes along with their fishing duties. It can be a problem at times explaining to my touring companions that a Hooker in Galway is a boat, but it is a fact. There was a hotel in Galway that named their bar "The Hooker Bar" after the boats and it caused many problems for visiting wives when they saw their husband disappearing into "The Hooker Bar". Understandable i suppose.
I am pleased with the amount of enquiries coming in for the season ahead and i look forward to a busy year once again. If you are thinking about coming our way then just drop me a line anytime.
Talk to you again soon.

Dave