Checked out of Liscannor (a fantastic AirBnb place btw – happy to direct you if you choose to go) and decided to take the coast road up through Co Clare and into Co Galway on our way to Cong in Co Mayo. This drive hugs the western Irish coast and affords some fantastic views of the sea, cliffs and countryside. Unfortunately a bit rainy and fog today, so no stop at the Cliffs of Moher, but we have been before, and there is much more to see.

Heading up the coast stopped at Doolin for some shopping and to catch the coast road. A bit further along we stopped at a spot purpose made for views of the ocean from atop some other cliffs – spectacular views and yes, the waves do reach the top!

After leaving this not far up the road we stopped at Fanore’s Craggagh Cemetery- because this is what I do…lucky bonus about a dozen McNamaras that we will look up when we get home.

After this we stopped in at Linnane’s Seafood Bar for some amazing fresh oysters – this place was built over 300 years ago right on the ocean. Great food and a great stop for lunch.

From there we headed around Galway Bay to Cong in Co Mayo, where we walked around for a little while before getting in at Danagher’s Hotel and Bar for dinner, beers and music.

If Danagher sounds familiar think Maureen O’Hara and The Quiet Man – this town is where the classic John Ford movie was filmed. More on that tomorrow as we play tourist…