The vagaries of social media sometimes pass me by despite my love of all things tech and gear. Years after 'stories' became a thing, I've finally worked out that they are fun to use and was astonished when someone on Facebook commented on an Instagram post. I hadn't paid enough attention to see that my … Continue reading A short ode to an Irish summer (an Insta hit!)
Iceland Day 2021: a joyful brass band, noodles & a reflective harbour
I happened to be in Reykjavík on the 17th of June this year, and thinking about what would be a fun way to spend my day. I had managed not to have to be quarantined thanks to PCR testing, as I am fully vaccinated, but at that time did not have a QR code vaccination … Continue reading Iceland Day 2021: a joyful brass band, noodles & a reflective harbour
Reykjavik on Foot: Sun Voyager to Hallsgrimkirkja to Rainbow Street & Althingi
Good day to you! Yes, it's a video release day, but for those of us who like writing too, it's also a writing day! Sun Voyager Reykjavik is a delight to explore on foot. If you're able, most things are within a 10 minute (max 15 minute) trundle around town. Footpaths are even and stable, … Continue reading Reykjavik on Foot: Sun Voyager to Hallsgrimkirkja to Rainbow Street & Althingi
Ireland Reopens: I visit Gorey, Co. Wexford after Covid restrictions
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
Planet Patrick 