Paris: something of an introduction

Okay, I will admit it, I never understood people's fascination with Paris. But Erika really wanted to go, then she did not, then she did, then she did but wasn't going to. So, Leanne and I decided that she needed to go and that we needed to go with her. And I was converted to the team of Paris fans.

The Eiffel Tower

A lovely, windy ferry ride

The Arc de Triomphe 

    

Like most (read all) major European cities, Paris was packed with locals and tourists alike. But it was also one of the most fun cities I have just roamed in, and I got to do it with friends.

Ireland Part 2 of Many

Going through my pictures to make my last post I found all the pictures I took from hiking. Please, revel in this countryside with me! All of these shots are from the Cliff Trail at Wicklow and Glendalough.

SEAL!!!! I SAW A SEAL!!!!

The ferry from Wales to Ireland

Ireland Part 1 of Many

It has been one of my greatest dreams to visit Ireland, and now that I have spent quite a bit of time over there, I am not sure what to say about it. I was not let down at all. It was just as beautiful as I imagined, so I have decided to let the country speak for itself. This post is just photos of the different cities/towns I have stayed in, to show different perspectives of the country.

Cork:

 Galway:

Doolin:

Kilkenny:

Wicklow:

Dublin: