Yesterday afternoon we went to Clare Island. This was a highlight landing as the expedition leader had explained it might be. The sun was still shining but a little windy at the landing site. There was a fabulous Abbey that most of us (including me and Ken) did not see. A few smart people got a local to drive then to the Abbey.

There was the ruin of an old castle and stories of Grace O’Malley who was a pirate and daughter of the King, who ruled over all the men of islands and was tough as nails. We are all going to research Grace O’Malley.

150 people live here and there are 20 children. We were invited to their Pub and it was full of locals. Irish music by two musicians and then the children started Irish dancing. Riverdance by children. They were really good. I think all 20 of the children were there. Three drinks per person were included and of course they had Guinness beer. Then the food started tray after tray of tasty appetizers. Just an amazing fun experience. Ken found a New Zealand woman who was living in this island. Beautiful remote island, friendly locals, green grass fields, rock fences, fishing boats and calm blue ocean.



The walkway to the pub.




Topped off with dinner for six at Hot Rocks. The ship was not moving leaving more “pub time” for the wild bunch. So it was perfect condition to sit outside and cook your own large steak.