I hope this doesn’t break the Forum rule on politics but I think that the Irish who left during the famine rarely ‘emigrated’.
They were actually refugees forced to leave their beloved homeland. ☹️😢😞
I did the section in 2022 that is the Royal Canal Way (which misses the first section from Strokestown to Cloondara). (This was part of my camino from home). The royal canal way predates this newer addition of National Famine Way. There is a...
Has anyone on the forums walked this? It looks fascinating.
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20241004-irelands-heartbreaking-walk-of-forced-emigration
This very much appeals to me as I am a Canadian of Irish descent. My family line also...
Most people probably already know that young people are usually impulsive and don't usually listen to the advice they receive. I'm not much different. Although I listen to the advice I receive, I usually plan, mitigate risks, and follow my plan...
One warning. The way marking is not at all the same as you will find in Spain. Keep a close eye out on street sign poles, etc for the 3/4" yellow tape that merks the way.
I'll agree with the rest of this thread. It is a beautiful route and the...
I have walked many Caminos and I have mixed feelings about this topic.
I usually try to book private lodgings in recent years when I walk on less traveled Caminos as I prefer to feel confident I have a place to stay at the end of the day since I...
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