Question about arranging lodging

Mary in Seattle · Newbie

Question about arranging lodging

Michele Erdvig · Host

Mary,

Welcome to the forum. Glad to hear you are returning to Ireland again after such a long time. At the time of year you are traveling you are fine with finding B&Bs as you go. Generally, we recommend booking your first and last night simply because you know where you need to be then. Also, arriving with jet-lag and having to search is not fun. Otherwise just "wing it".

Be sure to take a look at my Lodgings Page for some recommendations on lodgings.

Let us know if you have any other questions as you begin your planning.

Michele

Mary in Seattle · Newbie

Thank you for your quick reply and it does put my mind at ease a bit. The plans revolve around a family wedding in Westport, County Mayo and trying to squeeze in a visit with some second cousins who are also the parents of the groom. They live near Gortahork in Donegal. I do want to show my daughter her ancestral home near Gortahork-still standing!

I have put together a couple of itineraries and may come back with questions about what to keep and what to save for the next time. I will be sure to check out your lodgings page.

You are likely to hear from me again. Thank you! Mary

CowboyCraic · Guru

If you are looking for lodgings near Gortahork, might I suggest Cuan Na Mara B&B? It is about 2kms outside Gortahork on the upper end of Falcarragh.

Criss will take excellent care of you. The beds are comfortable and the breakfast is always plentiful

Michele Erdvig · Host

Since you are attending a wedding you should definitely have reservations for those nights. Irish weddings last long into the night so be prepared to pace yourself.