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This Second Half Adventure
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Hi, we're Chris and Karen, a married couple from the midwestern US in the second half of life. We love travel, whether it's regional, national or global. We try to go with the flow, experiencing the local cuisine and culture, and enjoy meeting and talking with people wherever we go. Join us as we travel and see the sights, famous, infamous or little known. We'll give you a bit of history, some travel tips, and our unique and sometimes humorous perspective, inspiring you to plan your own adventures near and far. Join us on this journey and subscribe so you don't miss a minute!
Community Post - Meetups in Ireland, Sept 7-14, 2024!
We're on our way to Ireland, and we'd like to meet up with some of our viewers! Watch this short video for the dates and the cities we'll be in! Email us at the channel
thissecondhalfadventure@gmail.com
and we'll send you the details on exact location and times that we'll be in Kilkenny, Cork and Limerick.
Let's share a pint and get to know each other!
Chris and Karen
This Second Half Adventure
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Let's share a pint and get to know each other!
Chris and Karen
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Hi guys, how fun! We won’t be able to meet up with you. We’re heading to Italy again. But,we are looking forward to all of your upcoming videos on Ireland.😊
Planning a 15 day trip to Ireland wish I could get a copy of your itinerary to help plan
@johnsledz8823. Thanks for the question! Let us know which itinerary you’re referring to. If it’s one from our first trip or the one we’re currently on. 😀 When do you plan to travel? We’ll be happy to send it to you. Give us a couple of days as we’re currently on the road in Kilkenny, heading towards Cork today and might not be able to respond quickly. The first series was a northern tour and this one is a tour of the south. Look forward to hearing back!
@@thissecondhalfadventure either itinerary or both. We are going next July already bought tickets
Nice
@JaniceTaylor-it3ed. Thanks for watching our video! It’s still got a small town vibe with some updated flairs. That’s our opinion anyway. If someone gets to the event early on Saturday morning they’ll see family and community pulling off a big event. Thanks for your comment !!
I’ll be visiting Ireland for the first time from September 19 to the 29 maybe I will bump into you
@JamesSmith-rx5le. Thanks for commenting and watching! Sorry for the late response. We had some issues with a Wi-Fi the last two days, but we’re at a new location and all is well! It would be great to meet up but we get back home on the 17th. Please feel free to ask any questions about our current trip on the email provided in our community post. As always we’ll try to answer any questions the best we can. If we don’t hear from you, we wish you all the best on your Ireland holiday! Safe travels!
One of our favorite places in southern is Kinsale. It’s a must in my book.
@geriiamaral9014. Thanks for your comment! We’re in Cork today and hope to get to Kinsale tomorrow 👍
Safe travels!
@unclepick3459. Be safe in your travels as well !!
So what was the name of the lively pub you passed on? Looks like from the picture you were in the Christ Church area. Thanks!
@TomTom-ns7mf. I wish that I could tell you the name. I know we walked north on O’Connell. Saw the James Joyce statue then went to Parnell. Vietnamese restaurant on the corner. Went north east. There was an elevated road or train nearby. That’s all I have. 😀 The photo, I believe, was somewhere near the Brazen Head. We finally decided it was time for our first pint in Ireland 😀 Thanks for watching and for the question.
So for laundry for any of your viewers visiting Ireland, a lot of gas stations (petrol stations) and supermarkets have washers and dryers outside called Revolution laundry, there are hundreds of locations, the machines can take 18kg (39lbs) if needed. I think they have a website showing exact locations. Regarding cash, you shouldn’t need much as since covid most places take debit and credit cards now, cash would be handy for tipping your hotel room cleaner, after a nice meal out or a taxi driver, personally as an Irish resident I just carry my phone, debit card and leap card for public transport in Dublin. Hope that helps x
@tiddlywinks456. Thank you for that information about Revolution laundry! We’re going to check that out. Well done 😀! I think you’re right about the cash . We’re taking less this trip. We always tell viewers if they want to know more information (sometimes more accurate) than we were able to provide, just read the comments from our viewers. We’ve gotten so much information from our viewers . Thanks for the great suggestions.
Watched your videos before our first trip to Ireland last year. Driving video was helpful. Heading back for trip 2 in Sept. will look for your schedule to see if we cross paths.😊
@juliedomaratz435. Thanks so much for your comment! We’re actually planning a get together with viewers in three locations on our trip. We’re posting those spots on the 5th of September on the community post on our channel. For details about times and locations please contact us through the email address provided in that post. So sorry to be so cryptic about this but we’re pretty sure a couple of people are visiting with us for a pint. I guess we’re trying to get a feel for how many (if any 😂) people will show up. Please watch and contact us!
@@thissecondhalfadventure totally understand. 😀 will email once the address is posted.
I have gotten baggage down to a carry-on backpack. Four changes of clothes, including what I am wearing. I buy on site as needed. There is a zoo and Victorian house east of Cork, I can't remember the name. Its on the train ride to Cobh. There is REAL MOZZARELLA cheese that you can buy. Maps are VERY important. Unfortunately, economics won't allow a trp at this point. Check out the Leprechaun Museum in Dublin. It's in the Jervis section, North of the Liffey from Temple Bar. The LUAS will take you right there. Slan.
@donovanfoto3263. I wish we could manage just a carry on 😀 That’s great 👍 I saw some videos about the zoo. It looks really cool. Great milk leads to great cheese! Maps are packed for the trip! Hoping you can get back to Ireland in the near future. We’ve got a short time in Dublin, but if it works out we will to see the museum. I remember you enjoyed it very much! Thanks so much for continuing to watch and comment. We really appreciate your support 😀👍.
Hi Chris and Karen. That was a very informative and comprehensive set of points for travelling abroad. I have been to Skellig a number of times in the 80s and 90s. I hear it has become somewhat crowded since Star Wars used it as a location. September should be a little quieter hopefully. I know Karen will love the experience. It's truly a magical place and one of my favourites. I'll try to catch you somewhere in Cork while you're here as I live in Midleton. Happy holidays to you both.
@billyo54. We always appreciate your support!! On the 9th September we’re leaving Cashel and heading towards Cork. We plan on stopping in Midleton to see the Choctaw monument Kindred Spirits. We were wondering if it would be better to meet in Midleton in the afternoon for a short visit or meet in Cork city in the early evening? Looking forward to a pint with you 😀👍✌
Hi thank you so much for making the video... Im an American going to Ireland by myself this November. Great to get insight on driving
@spursyankeesfan1306. Thanks for watching!! Let us know if you have any other questions and we’ll answer the best we can. We have a video that reviews the Tripiamo app. I know it’s a shameless plug, but it’s an enhanced (well made) series about driving in Ireland. I’m watching the videos again before we leave in a week as a refresher . Safe travels and let us know how your trip went!
@@thissecondhalfadventure Yeah thank you so so much. This literally made my weekend and put a smile on my face. Its been a lot of work this year and I want my Ireland trip this year to be just the solace and enjoyment and peace that im looking for. You both were so good at providing insights and sharing all this. If there was a social media page, I'd be glad to follow. Oh you are going back to Ireland again? Ill be happy to share how my trip goes in November. Im going solo. The Tripiamo app. I will check that out. Yeah! Thank you!
Yes, the US Customs surprised my group last month also! We were very confused and slightly stressed because we didn't realize there was a 2nd process.
It was very disconcerting - and there was hardly a mention of it online. Thank goodness for the kind people at Aer Lingus and Chris’s easygoing nature! Thanks so much for viewing and commenting !😊♥️
One question. How far in advance did you book accommodations? It's August 2024 and was looking to travel in July 2025, and there are almost no hotel rooms that aren't booked. Do more open up say 6 months out?
@Andrew-Comi Thanks for the question. We actually started 7 months ahead. The difference is we’re visiting during the shoulder season (September) on this trip. The summer months do fill up much faster. We even found out this year rooms were not available like they were a year ago. Ireland is a popular destination. Have you looked at flying into Shannon Airport? Sounds like you might be planning your own arrangements (👍). Not sure what experience you want but check out sites like Ireland B and B . Booking.com will book upto 16 months ahead . The northern counties may be easier to find accommodation. We wouldn’t count on groups canceling a trip and rooms opening up. Let us know if you have any other questions. We’ll answer the best we can!
@thissecondhalfadventure thank you so much! I would go in the off season but traveling with the kids. Appreciate the advice
@@Andrew-Comi 👍👍 It took two years after Covid for everything in Europe to fully open up for travel and since then business has apparently been booming! Very cool the family is able to travel together. Hope you can find something that works for your trip!
That's funny... aer lingus was once voted the worst airline. Irish comedians make jokes about it. Thanks for the video.
@noname-by3qz. 👍 Yes, we’ve heard different jokes over the years 😀. Saturday Night Live, in the US has done a few skits over the years. Based on a positive experience last trip we’re flying Aer Lingus again. Hoping for the same results. Thanks for watching and for the comment! 👍✌
@@thissecondhalfadventure I looked and looked to show you the one I was thinking of! You're welcome! czcams.com/video/3YgJYHOEs4w/video.htmlsi=rY8laP52oUY2xcaw
Drive the ring of kerry
@Andrew-Comi. If all things go well, we will drive the ring of Kerry 😀👍. Thanks for sharing a comment and for watching!
why are people not doing their own travel arrangements? Is this still the 1970s?
@priceandpride. Thanks for watching and commenting. In the 70’s we never had any money to do overseas travel. 😀 With family and such it took us a while to begin traveling outside the USA. A few years ago we had some assistance getting to London but planned a week in Paris on our own. We planned the majority of our trip to Ireland on our own but had some assistance with car rental and first days in Dublin. We were on our own for 95% of the time. This next trip it was advantageous to book our first nights stay in Dublin and the car rental. Our goal is to not have a mistake video after this trip 😂👍 Hope you keep watching!
Colloney was the sight of a nasty clash between the brits and the french/ Irish force in 1798..the brits were repelled.
@Dhhhhj27. Thanks for sharing that! We did not know that! All we knew was that Johnny Cash and June Carter stayed at the castle 😀 The castle was excellent by the way 👍.
Hollywood needs to make a movie of your trip 😅
@craigbonney1066. You may be the most intelligent viewer we’ve ever had!! Do you know anyone? 😂 Thanks for watching and enjoying the video. Hope you choose to watch a few more videos and comment when you get the chance 👍✌😀
@@thissecondhalfadventure @thissecondhalfadventure Sorry I have no connection with anyone in the film industry. Your video made me laugh a few times and double check my own Irish agenda. I'll be in Dublin Sept. 4 for a two week road trip of my own. If you two are there again I would love to meet up and buy you dinner. Cheers Craig Bonney
@@craigbonney1066 👍 No worries! Not sure we could adjust to the Hollywood lifestyle 😂 Thanks for your comment. We try to share our experiences with some of our sense of humor thrown in. If you laughed a little and took another look at your agenda you just made our day! The dining offer is very kind but we would be happy to sit down for a pint somewhere. We reach Dublin early on the 6th. Have plans for morning and afternoon but maybe early evening would work for us. We’re pretty flexible. Staying in Stoneybatter but we can find our way around. Let us know at our email: thissecondhalfadventure@gmail.com
Had you watched Netflix Derry girls would've helped. Thanks for the US Preclearance at Airport info. The dozens of videos I watched no one ever mentioned such an important information
@IaneHowe thanks so much for watching! Yes, sadly, we knew little about Derry Girls before our trip over, but rest assured, our viewers set us straight in short order! Likewise, we knew nothing about US Preclearance in Dublin, and I nearly had a heart attack before the day was through! Thank heavens for the kind people at Aer Lingus, and Chris's calm demeanor - after nearly 30 years, he's still a keeper!❤🙂 We're headed back over in 2 weeks, this time driving south down the coast from Dublin, and hope to meet up with some of our viewers for a pint or a cuppa. If you're anywhere near us, we'd love to chat in person! Watch our community posts or our upcoming video on packing for details. Our best to you!❤🇮🇪🇺🇸
Why have the Irish a contentious relationship with Britain? See the link below.
@Keepitgoinging. First of all, thanks for watching and commenting! Finally got to watch the video link you sent us. That’s a vivid picture of Irish history most Americans probably have no idea of. History will never change,but maybe the tenuous peace will evolve and grow into something greater. Thanks for sending that link.
@@thissecondhalfadventure Thanks for following up. Yes I enjoyed watching your clip. You'll enjoy your trip to the South of Ireland.
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Well done guys very well put together video. Good production 💚🤍🧡
@MegaJamesno1. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! Very glad you enjoyed the video. That whole day was great! We appreciate your compliments 👍 We just wished we had more time in County Sligo. ❤🤍💙
@@thissecondhalfadventure i live in the area 🇮🇪 i still love it. You will see it again some day🙂
@@MegaJamesno1 Thanks again! All the best to you!
Where about in Indiana are y’all from. I’m in southern portion, little Nashville
We know Nashville well! Karen's sister lives outside of Bloomington. It's one of our favorite places to be in the fall - beautiful leaves, friendly people and fried biscuits with apple butter! We love it when fellow Hoosiers watch and comment! Thanks so much! Hope you'll watch some of our other videos! We're originally from St. Paul, Indiana (Chris) and Edinburgh, Indiana (Karen), but live in "the Region" (northwest Indiana) now, near Valparaiso.❤
All of West Cork, Kerry, Wicklow, The Caha pass. I enjoyed watching your video, thank You
@TheTrichD. Thanks very much for watching! We’re going to see as much of those three locations as we can fit into each day😀. Thank you for mentioning Caha Pass. It looks pretty amazing. We are hoping to drive around the Ring of Beara but not sure if we would have enough time. Driving over the pass looks like a great option. Thank you for the suggestion and thanks for the nice comment .
Southern republic of Ireland is the best ,,we wnt twice
@user-xo1tm4cp4g. So many viewers agree with you! We’re really getting excited for this trip! We only got as far south as the Cliffs of Moher on the first trip. Can’t wait to see West Cork and the south coast. Very cool you’ve been twice! What were your two favorite places that you visited?
Mistake ,,,,dont go alone ,,,,,go with a group on a trip
@user-xo1tm4cp4g. Thanks for watching! I’m sure a group trip would be fun, but we enjoy the challenge of tackling it on our own. We have a plan for the upcoming trip but we have alternatives in case weather is an issue or if we decide we need to see something different. We’ve talked about eventually trying a group trip but not this time 😀 Thanks for commenting and safe travels to you!
Not so much a suggestion of where to go but more something to do that'll really give you an insight to being Irish. We're a very passionate people and we're at our most passionate when we're ...... at a hurling match (national sport of Ireland, for an eg youtube Limerick versus Clare hurling Munster final 2022. Try get to a game. You can buy tickets on line €10 each. Wait til you're here. Good hurling counties, Galway, Clare, Limerick, Cork, Waterford, Kilkenny. Delibertly left out Tipp (that'll drive them mad). Interounty championship will be over (Apr-July) so it'll have to be a senior club championship match (Sept). Just google GAA senior club hurling fixtures for the county your in or ASK for help wherever you're staying. A local might help you pick a game where there is a lot of local rivalry. Pick a side each and shout for them. You won't regret it
@AthDara62. We’ve had a couple of comments from Irish viewers that mentioned seeing a hurling match. We were hoping to see one but everything we read said the season would be complete. Nothing better than a sporting event with passionate fans (especially rivals) 😀👍 We hoping to try our hand at hurling in Freshford at a Hurling experience (Cavanagh’s Bar) . It should be pretty funny watching Chris flail around at the sliotar 😂 Sounds like Tipp might be a rival 😂 Love it! Great comment, thanks for watching and sharing this with us.
Sorry to hear about all the mishaps with you bookings. You seem a lot more tranquill about it than I would be (I'm Irish). Re. looking for you accommodation in Bushmills, don't be afraid to ask. Anytime I'm going somewhere in Ireland I don't know I don't use satnav or Google maps, I just head in the general direction and ask. Be prepared for a possible long conversation, especially if you stop and ask an old man walking his dog in Mallow Co. Cork. I speak from personal experience! Though I was in a mad rush I had to enjoy him and laugh about it later. I've been asked directions by tourists many times. Once late at night when I knew they had no time to get it wrong I had them follow me in their car until I got out of town (Ennis, a difficult place to navigate) and got them on the right road (to Kilkee)
@AthDara62. We really enjoyed your comment!! The mistakes of course were frustrating at the time, but we tried not to let them ruin our trip. One of us gets more excited than the other, so between the two personalities we reach a pretty good balance 😀 We promised ourselves to stop and ask directions on this visit. We look forward to chatting with people along the way! Very kind of you to lead the tourists out of Ennis. Also, loved your story about the old man and his dog in Mallow. I’m sure if our paths crossed we would also have a lengthy conversation 😀👍 Thanks for watching and leaving a wonderful comment. All the best!
Enjoyed your Video. Sounds like we'll be doing the same southern Ireland trip as well in September from the 13th to the 22nd. Will you be sharing your itinerary (in general) for us newbie first timers?:) We're planning clockwise to Waterford , Cork, Sheepshead, Dingle, Killarney, Cliffs of Moher, Galway.
@user-ur4rb6hr5r. Thanks much for watching and leaving your comment. We’ll be there one week ahead of you! Flying back on the 15th. You’re right, we’re on a similar path around the southern half of Ireland. 😀 We chose Kilkenny and Limerick as other bases. We were lucky with weather on our first trip when we walked the Cliffs of Moher and we really enjoyed Galway. Sheepshead looks amazing! We talked about seeing Bantry but Sheepshead really looks great. Are you hiking any of the trails? All the best and safe travels on your first trip to Ireland 👍😀✌ Not sure if you’ve seen any other videos of ours but we have a couple about Galway and one about the Cliffs , FYI 😀 Let us know if you have any questions and we’ll try to answer them!
Generally Catholics call it "Derry" while Protestants call it "Londonderry". I made the mistake of calling it "Derry" at a Protestant pub in Belfast and was told by one of the patrons "Ya mean Londonderry". I was told later that I was lucky to make it out alive. The "Derry / Londonderry" is pronounced "Derry Stroke Londonderry" and some locals call it "Stroke city".
@rocketsjudoka. You are correct. My favorite version is ‘Stroke City’. Without rambling on as I have a tendency to do, we had some great conversations with really good people in the Republic and Northern Ireland. We found the younger generation wanting to move forward while the older generation will never forget. It’s something Americans don’t think about that much but it’s still a point of contention between the Republic and Northern Ireland citizens. Thanks for sharing your story and thanks for watching.
Thank you for the info. We were looking to take our kids for Fall break from OK. we don't really have huge fall festivals. Is there something kids would enjoy?
Amanda, thanks so much for watching and commenting! You didn’t mention your kids’ ages, but there are 3 state park properties in the immediate area, with Turkey run my favorite. It has an inn and cabins with access to an indoor pool and an arcade downstairs ; also the park has hiking, canoeing and kayaking as well as ranger-led activities (those should be posted at end of month for the following month). There’s also Ditzler’s Orchard near Rockville; Montezuma has tractor-pulled wagon tours of Wabash & Erie Canal, and a place that serves 32 flavors of soft serve ice cream! Hobson’s Farm outside of Rockville on Strawberry Road has a petting zoo with both farm and exotic animals, and if you don’t mind driving 35 mins or so to Terre Haute, (pronounced Terra-Hote) we hear there’s a nice children’s museum there. Let us know if you go what you think of the fest. Have fun and safe travels!😊♥️
Oh- and we hear that Beechwood Park in Rockville has a nice playground!
@@thissecondhalfadventure what are the other 3. I looked at Turkey run but it was sold out already for tent sites
Shades State Park and Raccoon Lake State Recreation Area (now called Cecil Harden Lake) ; also Lieber State Recreation Area is about and hour from Rockville; Chris noted that this is just off of I-70, so it might make for a quick getaway when you leave to go home...
For your next trip go through the Wickow mountains, Glendalough monastic site, and Kilkenny.
@Malevich2024. Thanks for watching 👍 That’s part of our plan. We would really like to visit Wicklow city but we may not get there (time) because we are heading west into the county and south to Wexford. Kilkenny for sure!! Hope you keep watching. Appreciate the comment.
If you find yourself in Dublin Central you can hop a dart train for a 20 minuet ride to Howth a beautiful harbour marina cliff walk and great views from the summit. Plenty of places to eat and drink and Howth castle, a spot loved by Dubliners not very touristy , the lakes of Killarney and powers court house. Also Loch Tae in wicklow owned by the Guinness family
@discontentedcitizan6046 Thanks for your comment! We’ve heard a lot of good things about Howth. A 20 minute train ride would be perfect 😀. Your description of it sounds like just what we’re looking for. The lakes and Powers Court are also on our list. I’m going to look up Loch Tae . Thank you for some great recommendations and thanks for watching.
@@thissecondhalfadventure If you have any questions get in touch. Wishing you all the best in your travels. May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face.
@@discontentedcitizan6046 😀 We really appreciate your support! All the best to you as well! For two days we’ve tried to think of a midwestern blessing or saying but everything we know seems to have come from Ireland. 😀. Thanks again!
My girlfriend lives in Brazil, Indiana and during Covid, we decided to go out and find as many covered bridges in Parke County as we could. Of course, you can't hit all 31 bridges in the samw day, so each trip to Brazil, we would take a day drive and hit 3-5 bridges each time during weekdays when no one else was around. Four years later we have been to every bridge, at least twice and extended our journeys to the connecting counties for about 50 bridges overall. Combined with trips to Ohio, Kentucky and Illinois, we are at 87 bridges so far. I used a lot of my thousands of photos to make calenders, etc. Not only the bridges, but you can find history around every bridge to photograph as well. Absolutely loved doing those drives.
@rickh8993. That was a great idea you had to find something to do during Covid ! I’ve read that Putnam and Vermilion counties have several bridges as well. I grew up in Shelby County and I don’t think there are any bridges left. But, Rush County has several. Lawrence, Jackson and Jennings counties have some historic bridges as well. You might have seen many of those on a drive to Ohio. You’re right, so many backstories behind many of the bridges. Too bad many of them have disappeared over the years. Is there anyplace or site to see your calendars? We both grew up driving small country roads and it’s the best 😀 All the best on adding to your current total. Thanks for watching and commenting!
The guy who carried that giant dragonfly lawn ornament around all day must have felt like a real jackass.
@unclepick3459. 😂 All I can say is that it must have seemed like the right thing to do at the time 😀 Thanks for watching!
This was a great video!! Thank you!
@wisegirl1206. Thank you for your kind comment! Hope you get a chance to watch a few more of our videos 😀👍✌.
Thank you so much - we are leaving Canada in 5 days and appreciate your insights
@LouiseCarson-e5m Big thanks for watching 😀✌ Hoping you have a great time. Let us know if you have any last minute questions? Not sure where in Ireland you’re going but we’ve released videos about sites north of Galway including the Causeway Coast area. Best wishes!
The most famous tourist spot in the south is the Cliffs of Moher. Tourists often drive to the visitor centre, park in the car park and wander around the area near the car park which is usually crowded (probably not in September though). It will cost you €16 to park there. The alternative is to drive to Liscannor. A farmer has turned his land into a car park. You pay €2 for the day (that was the rate 2 years ago, it may have increased) and you walk along the cliffs from the car park to the visitor centre. It's a beautiful walk along the cliff path and rarely crowded. It takes about an hour. Go on a clear day. It's miserable in the rain. And don't walk too near the edge. The cliff sometimes crumbles away without warning and people have died there. But they marked off a path for walkers and if you stick to that there's absolutely no danger. They've kind of overdone the safety aspect so you can walk outside the marked path (everyone does) but it's safest to stay away from the edge. To find the Liscannor car park, stop in the village of Liscannor and anyone local will give you directions. There's also a pub in the centre of the village that does great seafood but I can't remember its name. You can also walk from the visitor centre to Doolin but I've never done that and a local told me the path is quite rough.
@valcollinsbooks1712 thanks so much for watching and commenting! We had the great pleasure of visiting the Cliffs on our last trip over, and though we didn't park down by Hag's Head, we had lovely weather that day and walked down to there and back to the visitor's center and O'Brien's tower. What stunning scenery! We stayed well away from the edge! We took a look at your author website and ordered your newest book from Amazon! Looking forward to reading it! Thanks again for watching and best of luck with your book series!
A spice bag is best after a few pints and it's really a Dublin thing
@user-ri1qu7mn9. Thanks for sharing that info! Will we be able to find a spice bag in other cities or towns? The couple of pints part should be no problem 😂
A great list, Chris and Carol. I must remember them myself.😅 Do you know that Americans are the most visited tourist to Ireland. Always welcome. 👍😊💙
@donstravelsandrants. Thanks Don! Ha 😀! Being Irish, shouldn’t you be exempt from scrutiny? 😀 Lots of Americans certainly travel to Ireland. There’s always a few that act like an eejit 😀 Thanks!
Being an eejit is allowed. I'm a bit of a one myself. 😜🤣👍😊
@@donstravelsandrants. Please don’t tell anyone, but I (Chris) can be an eejit at times. Just ask Karen ! 😂
Cool.👍😊😄
We just moved to Ireland and loved your vlog.
@UdanKhatola_dream. Thanks so much for your comment 😀 What part of the country did you move to? Hoping that you enjoy your new home!! 👍😀✌ Thank you for watching!
Video not very clear, resolution wise.
@patriciajordan3887. Thanks for watching! We were new to CZcams.That particular video was only our third effort 😀 We’ve learned so much about editing and enhancing the photos and videos. It’s been a big learning curve but we think we’re getting better with each video. Thanks again 😀👍
Best wishes!
We just got back from Ireland. As a pilot I loved seeing Amelia Earharts landing site in Derry.
@fly4fun350 First of all, thanks for watching and commenting!! We did not know about that information, so thanks again. We knew about Alcock and Brown’s first transatlantic landing near Clifden ( Co. Galway ) and some other landmarks. One of our CZcams cohorts is an airplane enthusiast. We’ll attach a link to his playlist on planes. 😁 czcams.com/play/PL-yulPTai01npOyRQqFXXvt9tXYsXXTnk.html&si=xqlSjZloRh37gqN_
I'm a lifelong resident of one of the nearby towns - Clinton Indiana and even at 66 years old, the Covered Bridge Festival still remains one of my favorite Fall activities to attend. I was out at Bridgeton on July 9th 2024 and had my drone with me was able to get some footage and made this short video of the Bridgeton Mill and the Covered Bridge. My goal is to continue to get out and do more like this of the other 30 Covered Bridges in Parke County. I really enjoyed watching this informative video! ❤ czcams.com/video/dneNsSC7OHk/video.html
Thanks so much for your kind comments! Loved your drone video! We've thought of getting a drone, but since Karen is still working it would be a stretch to fit the learning curve in right now (but that hasn't stopped her from looking at the DJI's in the Costco ads!)😄 For now, we're looking at a subscription service for drone footage of Ireland to use as B roll for our upcoming trip back to Ireland in September. We subscribed to your channel as well! Best of luck to you!
@@thissecondhalfadventure Well THANK YOU! for YOUR kind words! AND for subscribing... Trust me when I say this.. you mentioned the learning curve..my wife got me this Dji Mini 4K Drone a month ago..I'd never flown a Drone before! And I'd never had a CZcams channel until after getting this Drone! And I've certainly never did any editing.. so if this 66 year old could do this in a month of learning, so could you and the Mrs. And this is NOT a expensive Drone ($299), still a lot, but not as much as many of them sell for and it pretty much flies itself! I use a free editing program called Capcut.. it's pretty easy to learn as well! Good luck to you both! Looking forward to watching more of your amazing videos! ❤️
We've been using iMovie since we started but are transitioning over to Capcut soon. We're curious about your use of the John Denver song given the copyright - or were you able to buy rights through a subscription service? We use Epidemic Sound, because we were concerned about the possibilities of complications...
Oh, I forgot to mention, I SUBSCRIBED to your channel as well !! ❤❤
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As an Irish person in my mid 50s I can confirm that food was terrible back in the 70s and 80s. However, since then there has been a growth in the appreciation of Irish ingredients. Irish meat and fish are now world renowned for its quality and consistency
@mgreengiant. Ha! That must’ve been the reason for the bad reputation. 😀 We agree, even the dairy products are getting recognition. Thanks for watching and commenting! 😀👍
Do the native thing drive it like u stole it hahaha only joking u guys did well on our lovely highways n byways it takes a bit of getting used to hoped u enjoyed ur trip.
@patwheeler4940. 😂 Loved it!! Thanks for watching and commenting! We’ll be more comfortable this time but it takes a little more concentration than I’m used to! 😂 First trip to Ireland convinced us to return 👍👍.
@@thissecondhalfadventure Yeah theres a lot to see but theres tourist traps too same where ever you go, anyway happy travels.
@@patwheeler4940 That is very true! There are plenty of them in the U.S.😀 Thanks again👍
a Tayto sandwich goes to the next level with grated cheese and cracked pepper
What kind of cheese? It sounds WONDERFUL!Thanks for watching and commenting!😊
Murphys law what can go wrong .... will go wrong 😅 sorry 😞 i cant even imagine going to usa i be completely lost straight away 😅
Helpful! Thanks!!
@kaitthegreat2012. Thank you! So glad you watched and commented! Let us know if you have any questions 😀👍