Cobh, one of the top destinations in Ireland, is a port town in County Cork that received 180,000 plus cruise passengers last year. 2024 is again set to become another banner year for the cruise industry in Ireland. In this post, i like to highlight things to see for a visitor, whether from the cruise…
Marlogue Woods in the south east part of the Great Island may just be the hidden hiking trail that many hikers don’t know about. Or maybe because it is a bit far from the main centre of Cobh, many would rather not venture outside the town. For the curious and adventurous, let me assure you…
In this late Memorial Day post, i like to write and highlight the American Pier in Cork Harbour at Cobh Ireland. Although it is in a deteriorating state, the American Pier played an important role during the First World War. This historic link to the past is crumbling but still erected and is being used…
The magestic Cobh Bandstand sits at the heart of the Promenade in JFK Park. Arriving at the Town Centre, it’s easy to notice the Bandstand is in in the middle of many attractions and activities in Cobh. It is a walk away to restaurants, pubs, shops and many things to do in Cobh. It has…
Did you know the Titanic Bar resto used to be part of the White Star Line office? On a quiet night of dining, i realized the Titanic history can be even more appreciated when you observe the interior lights of this transformed space. Here is a poetic tribute and photo narrative on this gem in…
The recently-concluded Tidy Towns Awards presented Cobh Ireland as “All Ireland Pollinator Regional Award”. It comes as no surprise to me and the Cobh locals and probably to the thousand visitors who graced our town because there are just so many flowering plants around. The plants are carefully picked so that there are flowers all…
Spike Island or as some people say the Alcatraz of Europe is a place full history and intrigue. Located in the Cork Harbour and a neighbour to the Great Island of Cobh, Spike Island has had many transformation throughout the years. To know Spike Island is to understand that it is not just a notorious…
It’s the summer of cruise ships in Cobh Ireland. The first one arrives last April after two years of Covid lockdown and the last one is scheduled to dock on October. The season of cruise ships coincides with sunnier and warmer months but that may not be the case all the time because Ireland weather…
If you don’t already know yet, Cobh Tourism has a new website and to celebrate its launch, it is having a competition and giving away an incredible summer break in Cobh for one lucky family. The lovely town of Cobh, famous for being the last port of call of the Titanic, is a charming seaside…
The road to Cobh Little Library is paved with good intentions and also a beautiful view. In this light post, i like to take you on a side trip to the other side of town. The Cobh Little Library is located on the direction of Titanic Memorial Garden and is a short 12 minutes walk…
