John C. Barry

My reminiscences, thoughts, and travel experiences

Category: Ireland

  • Irish Whiskey in Ireland September 2025

    Irish Whiskey in Ireland September 2025

    On September 7, 2025, while on a Rick Steve’s tour of Ireland, we visited Bob Griffin’s Bar in Dingle.  Normán Ó Conchúir gave us a fascinating presentation on Irish Whiskey and provided samples for tasting.  I recorded his amusing presentation on my iPhone, and when I got home, disaster! I was unable to get the…

  • Travel to Ireland, September 2025.

    Travel to Ireland, September 2025.

    Maps of Ireland Irish Blessing: May the road rise to meet you, and the wind always be at your back, and the rains fall softly on your fields. May God hold you gently in the palm of his hand. If you need to take a break from reading about our exciting travels in Ireland, with thanks to…