Style June 20, 2016

Gap of Dunloe & Dingle

Outfit Details:

On Julia- Serena & Lily Dress (last seen here), Dubarry Sweater (similar color here), Hunter Boots, Scarf (bought in Ireland at Kevin & Howlin in Dublin), Ray Ban Sunglasses

On Carly– Burberry Trench, Brooks Brothers Dress, Hunter Boots

 

If there is one theme of today’s post, it’s green! Ireland was by far the greenest place we’ve ever visited, as we expected it to be, but the deep viridescent shades still shocked us throughout the trip. The landscapes are also strikingly gorgeous, whether we had blue skies and sunshine or overcast and dreary, they were as dramatic as depicted in pictures we had seen before visiting. It’s hard not to want to get out of the car every few minutes to wander down a curious path or follow a river to see where it goes.

 

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

 

Our hotel in Kerry (Sheen Falls near Kenmare) was properly situated for exploring this beautiful area of Ireland. We’d wanted to tack on the Gap of Dunloe onto our Ring of Kerry excursion day (post still to come), but we exhausted all of our time and energy earlier in the day. So, we packed up the car a bit earlier the next morning and set off through the mountain pass destined for the Gap of Dunloe. The drive up was beautiful, but once we reached the summit and took in the view below, we were awestruck.

 

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

 

The Gap Of Dunloe (located in Killarney National Park) is a mountain valley that was carved out by glaciers 2 million years ago. Left in the valley are 5 lakes at varying altitudes with steady streams between them. Staring down the Gap we noticed a horse drawn carriage called a trap, carrying 4 people up the hill. One after another followed, which made the navigation of the one car wide road a bit difficult to say the least!

 

Murphy's Ice Cream Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Dingle Town Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Dingle Town Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

 

Many visitors that make it to the southwest of Ireland often find themselves with the choice of spending a day driving the Ring of Kerry or the Dingle Peninsula. Unable to decide between the two we did the Ring of Kerry one day and the Dingle Peninsula the next day. Dingle was one of our favorite towns we visited and it’s easy to see why! We loved walking through the colorful, windy streets where we stopped at one of the many fish & chips spots for lunch, followed by ice cream at Murphy’s (a must!). We could have spent a few hours just popping into different stores (we did stop in a delicious candy store/bakery for sweets for the road) and exploring the town, but we were quickly off to the next stop.

 

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

 

If I’m going to suggest one item to bring to Ireland, it would be Hunter boots! I love my Hunter boots and wear them all the time. My first pair were the Original Tall but on our trip to Alaska last year, Carly completely sold me on the Tour style. I’ve talked about them on the blog before, but they’re so great for traveling because they’re lighter and packable, which also makes them more ideal for wearing all day.

 

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

 

If you make it to the Gap of Dunloe you’re bound to come across the Wishing Bridge, a gorgeous stone bridge that crosses a stream. The bridge is appropriately named as it’s said that wishes made on the bridge are bound to come true!

 

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park Ireland

Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland
Gal Meets Glam Dingle Peninsula Kerry County Ireland

 

We made it to some cliffs near Dunquin (seen above) when we were looking for a particular spot but couldn’t find it. That’s the great thing about Ireland, if we were looking for something but fell short, there was always something else waiting in our path. We finished our full day with a few more hours of driving, eventually making it to Gregan’s Castle Hotel, our beautiful hotel near the Cliffs of Moher, which I’ll be sharing more of soon!

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  1. Awesome landscape shoots …and so cute outfit, as usual!

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  3. Such a gorgeous area of Ireland! I’m totally swooning over all your Ireland photos!! Love this outfit as well. You really know how to style a pair of Hunters.

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  15. Ireland can be quite damp and it’s good to see you both wearing your Wellingtons you look really sweet
    Julie
    xx

  16. You look so lovely here! I love that you both matched with hunter boots. :)

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  22. What an incredible place! It does look extremely green and I’m sure the air is so fresh. Lovely pictures and love the hunter boots, definitely a must have for this kind of trip. Thanks for sharing — Soraya
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  32. Stunning post!! Ireland is gorgeous! It’s such a wild landscape but still so green and pretty with the pink wildflowers.

    I love that you paired the dress with this sweater. It’s such a cute look!

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  35. I LOVE these photos! Ireland is definitely up there on my bucket list, and now I just want to go even more! I think the countryside is so beautiful and peaceful. You look gorgeous :)

    XO, Maci

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  40. Under all circumstances you remain classy and feminine. I absolutely LOVE that about you. Stunning pictures as always, your blog really is my ultimate favourite!

  45. Picture perfect!!

    This sounds like such an incredible trip! I loved your tip about the Tour style hunter boots and am obsessed with your skirt. Also just learned the word “viridescent” because of you haha. You’re writing is so beautiful! I’ve been following you a long time and your writing has become increasingly colorful and vibrant. I love it!

    Xx Maya from Maya Unmarketed

  46. WOW! I definitely live vicariously through your travels, haha! And I’m in love with your outfit – I can’t imagine a more perfect look for this location!

    xoxo, Kacie
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  47. Your outfit isn’t really my style BUT I love the way it was put together. I love how the colours complement each other and I love the BALANCE of colours with your top and the boot and the stark white contrast of your skirt + that scarf? Girl. Yes.

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  53. So stunning! Amazing how vibrant and green it is, even during a dreary day. I love the photo of the sheep on the road! Very cool. I would love to get out there at some point (and my boyfriend would LOVE the golfing). I love the muted neutrals of the scarf and the shape of the skirt! As always, a timeless look on you! x Shannon

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  65. Those views are absolutely stunning! Ireland is on my wishlist for places to visit soon, and these photos just reinforce my desire to go! I love your Hunter boots. I have been following you for a while and love all the ways you style them!
    PS I am subscribed to your email list but for some reason did not receive an email this morning about this post. Just letting you know!

    xx Victoria
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  73. Hi Julia and Thomas… I know you had said that there was so much to do in Ireland and not enough time, how long would you suggest spending there? I am planning on going to Ireland early next year. Thanks for you help :)

    xx Carla

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  78. My family home is in Kerry. While I currently live in Spain I have to admit your beautiful photos as making me very homesick.
    Photo #7 and 27 on Dingle peninsula, the little peaks jutting out into the sea are called locally “the seven sisters”. It’s so quirky it always makes me smile. Beautiful pictures Julia. Thank you for sharing

  89. This sounds amazing! I can’t wait to hear the full details of your itinerary. I’m in the middle of planning my own trip to Ireland and there are so many choices it feels impossible! Did you consider the Beara Peninsula at all? I’ve been trying to decide between the Ring of Kerry and the Beara Peninsula but it’s a tough choice. The Dingle Peninsula also looks great and I’d like to stay one night in Dingle so would probably be able to fit that in.

  90. You are definitely making me dream of a trip to Ireland now! I also love my Hunter boots :) Living in Cornwall, where it rains A LOT, they come in use more than I’d probably like :P

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  94. Hey Julia, excited to see your Ireland itinerary. My husband and I are going in December (brr, it’s gonna be cold) and would love to see your full trip. x

  95. I love your blog posts and photos! I think I read a post about the cameras you use on your trips. Are you also planning on writing something about the editing process? Great job to you both and happy travels :)

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  99. Estou completamente apaixonada pelo seu blog. É muito maravilhoso aqui, estou já há dias vasculhando cada post e vendo suas fotos maravilhosas. Amei <3

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