@ Emerald Waterfall Shirley begins her tour of "The Irish Republic" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations! Map of Irish Republic Céad míle fáilte! A hundred thousand welcomes! The Irish Republic, or Eire, as it's called in Irish Gaelic, is not, of course, part of the UK; it is an independent country, but geographically belongs to what are known as the British Isles. Ireland is well known for many things, from Oscar Wilde and George Bernard Shaw, Guinness and Irish whiskey, colcannon and soda bread, music, song and Riverdance, folklore, leprechauns and the legendary Irish hospitality. Emerald Waterfall Nestled in the pocket off a lesser traveled road, the beautiful falls in Glencoe, County Donegal. Known to the locals as a place to search for the leprechauns' gold, as there is frequently misting rainbows in the overspray.
While touring the British Isles, you met frosty.
Shirley shook paws with frosty the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Heather Cliffs "Oh wow, have you seen this in the tour guide for County Meath, Dragoon?" asked Shirley. "It says 'Prehistoric Newgrange is an amazing passage tomb that dates back to the Neolithic period. We’re talking 3200 BCE. That’s older than Stonehenge, which dates back to around 3000 BCE and the Giza Pyramids built in 2600 BCE.'" "It's like the monument we saw in Northern Ireland, and there's a similar structure in Cornwall, England, Shirley," remarked Dragoon. Heather Cliffs Climbing upward to through the heather, a native plant to Ireland, as you crest the sloping hill, you can see the shale cliffs standing watch over the sea below. Breathing in the salty sea air, you rest your weary toes, taking in the incredible view.
While touring the British Isles, you met Dragoon.
Shirley shook paws with Dragoon the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Pot of Gold Rainbow Beach It’s Not “Southern Ireland” It’s Ireland. The Republic of Ireland. After a long history of being entwined with (but probably more correctly, under) British rule, Ireland fought a guerrilla war against its overlords and gained independence in 1922. The northeastern portion, historically populated with “Ulster Planters” (colonists of English and Scottish origin), decided to opt-out, supporting the Union and remaining part of the UK. The rest is history. Confusing, messy history. Pot of Gold Rainbow Beach County Sligo is home to the sea, and it's beauty and fury. Always, though, is the promise after the storm of an arch of rainbow, and if you've got the luck, a pot of gold at the end.
While touring the British Isles, you met lily monet.
Shirley shook paws with lily monet the Majestic Monarch Butterfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Timeless White Castle "I've just been watching the TV news, Smoki. They showed Ireland's Prime Minister making a speech." "The Taoiseach, the Taoiseach!" "Bless you," said Shirley. Timeless White Castle Built in 1868, Kylemore Abbey was originally built as a castle but now serves as a monastery for an order of Benedictine nuns, who have been in residence since 1920. Be sure to purchase your tickets early for the tour of the grounds, there are so many things to do and see, and take a taste of the culture.
While touring the British Isles, you met Smoki.
Shirley shook paws with Smoki the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Coastal Cliffs of Ireland Dark, dry comedy is the thing in Ireland. TV shows – from the ‘90s favorite Father Ted to 2016s Derry Girls – put characters in compromising situations where no one ever ends up better off than they were before. It’s genius, and you need to experience it. Coastal Cliffs of Ireland Stretching verdant for as far as the eye can see, along the cliffs the green is dazzling. All the water, churning below, but the sea is not inviting for those seeking to put toes in the water. Be careful not to get to close to the cliff's edge.
While touring the British Isles, you met Wrex.
Shirley shook paws with Wrex the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cliffs of Moher "Did you know the Guinness Book of Records began in Ireland, Winter?" asked Shirley. "When did it start, Shirley?" asked Winter. "The first edition was in 1955 and was printed in London. It became an immediate best-seller!" "Well, it must be handy volume to study before pub quizzes, Shirley!" remarked Winter. Cliffs of Moher Hiking further down the cliffs, it's amazing to see the unending coastline, stretching into the sea. It's a good thing you've got your good walking shoes on, there's so much to explore.
While touring the British Isles, you met Winter.
Shirley shook paws with Winter the Dauntless Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Green, Green Grass of Home "Why do so many names in Ireland start with O’, Doctor Hoo?" queried Shirley. "It means 'descendant of', Shirley!" responded Doctor Hoo. "Also, Mac or Mc at the start of surnames means 'son of'.” Green, Green Grass of Home Standing on the sea side cliffs, turning for a good panorama shot for your scrapbook, there's a never ending of sea of grass, stretching to the horizon. Amazed at the subtle changes of grasses before you, how can you possibly name all the shades of green?
While touring the British Isles, you met Doctor Hoo.
Shirley shook paws with Doctor Hoo the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Dingle, County Kerry "Why do so many names in Ireland start with O’, Patch?" queried Shirley. "It means 'descendant of', Shirley!" responded Patch. "Also, Mac or Mc at the start of surnames means 'son of'.” Dingle, County Kerry A bridge to explore! Built many years ago, wouldn't it be interesting to hear the stories the stones would tell, if only they could?
While touring the British Isles, you met Patch.
Shirley shook paws with Patch the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Country side relics "I've just been watching the TV news, Hot Stuff. They showed Ireland's Prime Minister making a speech." "The Taoiseach, the Taoiseach!" "Bless you," said Shirley. Country side relics Taking the tour bus, since tired feet are recovering, it's a stop filled with much history to hear of the old church. The tour guide has a lot to offer those paying attention on the relics and ruins left.
While touring the British Isles, you met Hot Stuff.
Shirley shook paws with Hot Stuff the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ The Fog "You don't really know what to put on in the morning, do you, Cosette? remarked Shirley. "That's right, the weather is so changeable in the British Isles!" responded Cosette. The Fog Now who's bright idea was it to tell ghost stories about the fog on the tour bus as we climb the hill into the fog? I think you better hold my hand!
While touring the British Isles, you met Cosette.
Shirley shook paws with Cosette the Silver Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ County Wicklow Irish is a compulsory subject in schools. Street signs are in English and Irish. There are whole areas (called the Gaeltacht) of the Republic of Ireland where people’s actual first language is Irish, notably in coastal areas of County Mayo and County Cork. Only around 1.7% of the population speaks it daily, however. County Wicklow The beauty of pines standing in groves, beckon the traveler into the cool depths of the forest to explore the flora and fauna of Ireland. Just remember you can't take any home, customs will confiscate it.
While touring the British Isles, you met Wuzzle.
Shirley shook paws with Wuzzle the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
@ Fly Fishing "Did you know the Guinness Book of Records began in Ireland, Choose a name?" asked Shirley. "When did it start, Shirley?" asked Choose a name. "The first edition was in 1955 and was printed in London. It became an immediate best-seller!" "Well, it must be handy volume to study before pub quizzes, Shirley!" remarked Choose a name. Fly Fishing Did you pack your fly rod and flies? There's nothing more relaxing than standing in the river bed and casting off, hoping to tease the trout into biting that special hand tied fly Catch and release is the standard rule, just be sure to catch a few photos with your big catch
While touring the British Isles, you met Choose a name.
Shirley shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Harbor Sunrise "Did you know it's possible to see the Northern Lights in Ireland at the right time of year?" asked Delilah. "The best place to be to have a chance of viewing them would be County Donegal." "I think you can see the Northern Lights in quite a few places round the British Isles, as they're in a suitably northerly position. I wonder if we'll be lucky, Delilah?" responded Shirley. Harbor Sunrise Holding on tightly to your warm cup of tea, it's an amazing sight to behold, watching the sun rise slowly over the horizon.
While touring the British Isles, you met Delilah.
Shirley shook paws with Delilah the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ River Plain of Ireland "Why do so many names in Ireland start with O’, ✯ƒaεяy∂aε✯☽☆☾✯?" queried Shirley. "It means 'descendant of', Shirley!" responded ✯ƒaεяy∂aε✯☽☆☾✯. "Also, Mac or Mc at the start of surnames means 'son of'.” River Plain of Ireland Farmers will tell you, the best soil for growing barley, wheat and potatoes would be the richness of a flood plain, full of water, and nutrients. And standing on the banks of the river offers a stunning sight.
While touring the British Isles, you met ✯ƒaεяy∂aε✯☽☆☾✯.
Shirley shook paws with ✯ƒaεяy∂aε✯☽☆☾✯ the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Peaceful Beach "Why is Ireland known as the Emerald Isle, Lucky?" queried Shirley. "Ah, that's the weather, Shirley! They have lots and lots of rain – like the rest of the British Isles, really. It’s why Ireland remains so green and fertile." Peaceful Beach While exploring the countryside of Ireland, with all the different scenery, it's time to put your toes in the sand in the calm waters.
While touring the British Isles, you met Lucky.
Shirley shook paws with Lucky the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Ireland by Balloon "Do you know what creature can't be found in Ireland, Rianna?" asked Shirley. "The unicorn? The wolf?" said Rianna. "It's the snake! The legend is that St Patrick drove them all away. But in fact, there were never any snakes here to begin with." Ireland by Balloon Part of the travel package includes an hour long balloon ride where you can take in the far reaching landscapes of Ireland, so be sure your camera is charged!
While touring the British Isles, you met Rianna.
Shirley shook paws with Rianna the Bashful Badger. They both received one silver mole!
@ Muglins Lighthouse "Did you know the Guinness Book of Records began in Ireland, frisky?" asked Shirley. "When did it start, Shirley?" asked frisky. "The first edition was in 1955 and was printed in London. It became an immediate best-seller!" "Well, it must be handy volume to study before pub quizzes, Shirley!" remarked frisky. Muglins Lighthouse Situated on Dalkey Island, off in the coastal waters near Dublin, you'll find this solar powered automated light house. Keeping sailors safe from running into shallow water, who says small packages can't do big things.
While touring the British Isles, you met frisky.
Shirley shook paws with frisky the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Street Art in Dublin "I've been enjoying the comedy shows on the TV in the evening all through our trip, Ailfric," remarked Shirley. "It's clear humour is very important to those in the British Isles, particularly dry, dark, sarky humour." "Yes," agreed Ailfric. "And an inept underdog, or a character who doesn't realise how unpopular he is, is often the star of the show." Street Art in Dublin Beauty is in the eye of the beholder they say, but who doesn't love the pop of color and creativity added to a dull grey wall? Standing in front of it would make a great selfie back drop, be sure to smile!
While touring the British Isles, you met Ailfric.
Shirley shook paws with Ailfric the Elf Baby. They both received one silver mole!
@ Samuel Beckett Bridge "Did you know it's possible to see the Northern Lights in Ireland at the right time of year?" asked Mac. "The best place to be to have a chance of viewing them would be County Donegal." "I think you can see the Northern Lights in quite a few places round the British Isles, as they're in a suitably northerly position. I wonder if we'll be lucky, Mac?" responded Shirley. Samuel Beckett Bridge Named for the playwright, novelist and poet, and other things, this beautiful bridge is not only functional, but a work of art in itself. Opened in 2009, it spans the River Liffey. No trip to Ireland would be complete without taking a taxi and traveling across it to see the wonder and mechanical beauty that this bridge is.
While touring the British Isles, you met Mac.
Shirley shook paws with Mac the Red macaw. They both received one silver mole!
@ Dublin Convention Centre "Why do so many names in Ireland start with O’, Adept Sanitation Juggernaut?" queried Shirley. "It means 'descendant of', Shirley!" responded Adept Sanitation Juggernaut. "Also, Mac or Mc at the start of surnames means 'son of'.” Dublin Convention Centre Catch the latest show in the convention centre, located on River Liffey. Host to all types of venues, trade shows, and concerts, after a lazy day touring the countryside, it's definitely a change of pace. Glitz, glamour and just fun!
While touring the British Isles, you met Adept Sanitation Juggernaut.
Shirley shook paws with Adept Sanitation Juggernaut the Multi-Functional Robot. They both received one silver mole!
Adept Sanitation Juggernaut and you found 10 Travel Tokens!
@ Howth Village "It says here that Ireland has its own Olympic Games which predate the actual Olympics!" remarked Shirley. "What do they call them, Shirley?" asked Rufus. "They're called the Tailteann Games and they date back to at least 1600 BCE." Howth Village Waking up to watch the sea every morning might be for you, and these cozy houses nestled in the cliffs offer a solace and solitude with natural moving art in waves and marine life. Maybe it's time to stop traveling and take up residency?
While touring the British Isles, you met Rufus.
Shirley shook paws with Rufus the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Home Again As Shirley's tour of "The Irish Republic" comes to an end, she rests under a shady tree and looks back on a perfect day. Midnight Walk Beech Tree The dark purple beech trees of the countryside have become known as safe-havens for the late night travellers; often hosting small treehouses hidden within their dark plumage. Home Again The journey through Ireland has been a fascinating one, but now it's time to cruise on home. Shirley has completed their tour of "The Irish Republic"! Your PnF tour of "The British Isles" is now over, but PnF will hold a new event again soon!
While touring the British Isles, you met Josie.
Shirley shook paws with Josie the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
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