The O’Mallys, O’Brians, O’Neils, O’Connleys, O’Sheas…Ireland is full of warm, friendly folk ready to sit and talk for a spell. We met Roger from Moville (age 86) and his daughter Therese O’Shea (now living in London) on the ferry from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland, UK. They are still cycling together, taking a 3 day bike tour in Northern Ireland.
Roger (age 86) and his daughter, Therese O’Shea
A woman sitting next to me on the bus told me, “ Yes alrighty, we Irish have a gift for gab”. And if they aren’t talking about the weather they have some wee tale to tell.
Brandon and John at the local pub in Moville – now they had some stories!
And I found the best bike companions traveling the same northern coastal causeway route, Nataly and Cecila (two sisters from Toronto, Cecila now living and working in Kuat). In addition to helping each other read route maps and cue sheets we shared many a good meal and pint at the local pub. Oh yes, and Irish whiskey also!
Cecila and Nataly
Enjoying a wee bit of Irish whiskey at Old Bushmills Distillery
OK – now which direction?
Nataly and Cecila in their matching kits
A big thank you to my many welcoming and helpful Irish hosts on this journey.
Colette and Billy, Howth
Declan, Cosy Cottage, Moville
Ellie, Abbey B&B, Derry
Sharon and Mike, Clifton Hostel, Clifton
JJ, Cul Erg B&B, Portstewart
Marcus and Mary, Hillsea B&B, Balleycastle
Mary and hubby, Glendale B&B, Cushendall
And to Seamus and Nora from Ireland by Bike who arranged the Coastal Causeway bike route and tour! Well done – I loved every minute!
Seamus, Ireland by Bike
