Restrictions in Ireland started to ease slightly after May 10th, 2021, and so off I went in my wee car from Northern Ireland to the deep South (permitted) to visit my friend Sara. Yes, Sara of Riverdance, Anuna, Suantrai and general teaching excellence! We had great craic: good food, a nice bottle of wine (ouchy … Continue reading Ireland Reopens: I visit Gorey, Co. Wexford after Covid restrictions
Two Days in Glasgow
Last weekend saw me toddling over to Glasgow to see Strictly the Show with me old chum, Lynsey. Little did I realise when I was booking that my arrival a day ahead of schedule would see me spend Brexit day in a wee hotel off George Square in the centre of Glasgow. The day started … Continue reading Two Days in Glasgow
Drinks: Hains & Co, Adelaide
Here's a quickie post! Just before meeting my old chum, Toby, on our visit to Apothecary in Adelaide, we arranged to meet up for a beveranda at a hip and happening bar in a formerly unattractive quarter of Adelaide, made over for the purpose. I was a bit early and got chatting to the bar … Continue reading Drinks: Hains & Co, Adelaide
Experiences: Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory
Be still, my beating heart! As I sit here writing (having just arrived back in Ireland), my mind turns to the beautiful Kakadu National Park as a cyclone sweeps in to the Northern Territory. I was so lucky to visit there on a sunny, still day at the heart of what is usually the wet … Continue reading Experiences: Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory
Days Out: Flying Doctors, Alice Springs
Were you a fan of 1980s Australian medical drama-rama, The Flying Doctors? To be honest, I wasn't really, but it was probably where I first learned about Australia's flying doctor service and - as one of the things to do in Alice - wanted to see the visitor's centre, which - refreshingly - makes no … Continue reading Days Out: Flying Doctors, Alice Springs
Days Out: Alice Springs Walkabout
There's nothing like a recommendation to get you started. Alice Springs looks like Shannon Town Centre would if it were 45 degrees Celsius outside. All the essentials are there, but it wasn't designed to have pleasing architecture. Except, when you have an insider's eye, things start to look up. A guide at Uluru had worked … Continue reading Days Out: Alice Springs Walkabout
Days Out: Bondi Beach
Here's a larf for you. I was prepping for a trip out to Bondi Junction and Bondi Beach, when who should appear on da telly, except Bobby Fox, he of Riverdance - the Lagan Company - I think he was only 16 when he joined us in Year Two of the the Lagan. I knew … Continue reading Days Out: Bondi Beach
Days Out: Enjoying Melbourne
This was my third ever visit to Melbourne and by the time you reach 'third visit' status, you feel slightly less of a tourist and a bit like you know your way around! Rather than do a 'new arrival' guide this time, I'm just sharing with you some of the fun food and visits I … Continue reading Days Out: Enjoying Melbourne
Days Out: Perth Evening Walkabout
Walkabouts take on a different, more subtle, hue in the evenings. I like any walkabout that ends in a snack, a delicious drink, or lunch! So yes, you'll find me doing lunchtime and evening walkabouts! Near St George's Cathedral is an installation of public art, our dear cousins-in-law, the kangaroos! This bloke looks pretty narky. … Continue reading Days Out: Perth Evening Walkabout
