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About SUNGRL

This blog was originally set up to share our 9 month adventure around Europe and the USA with friends and family in 2014. On returning to NZ in January 2015 I decided to carry it on so I could continue to share any future travel adventures - it has become my electronic travel diary. I hope you enjoy and get inspired to visit some of the wonderful places we have visited.

Galway – Ireland

Posted on July 28, 2014 by SUNGRL

We arrived into Galway on Friday night. We wandered down to the shopping mall and noted that we weren’t staying in the nicest part of Galway. On further exploration of the city we have come to the conclusion that Galway … Continue reading →

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We couldn’t resist – Lough Erne Golf Club, round 2 – Northern Ireland

Posted on July 26, 2014 by SUNGRL

My favorite golf course in NZ is Wairakei because of it’s fantastic natural surrounds and Lough Erne Golf Club is right up there. We were blown away with the natural surrounds, vistas, lakes and birdlife. We sat outside until 10pm overlooking … Continue reading →

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Lough Erne Golf Club – Northern Ireland

Posted on July 24, 2014 by SUNGRL

This morning we checked out of the lovely Harvey’s Point Hotel and drove towards Enniskillen which is across the border in Northern Ireland. It took just over an hour. You pass through a few little towns which look like they … Continue reading →

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County Sligo Golf Club – Ireland

Posted on July 23, 2014 by SUNGRL

Today we headed south for about an hour to Rosses Point to play County Sligo Golf Club. Another sunny morning as we left Harvey’s Point. It did get a bit darker looking as we drove down the coast but we … Continue reading →

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Harvey’s Point Country Hotel – Ireland

Posted on July 22, 2014 by SUNGRL

We are currently staying at Harvey’s Point Country Hotel in County Donegal. It is a four star hotel that has won Trip Advisor’s number one hotel in Ireland this year and is one of the top 25 hotels in the … Continue reading →

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Donegal Golf Club – Ireland

Posted on July 22, 2014 by SUNGRL

Day two of our Irish golfing sojourn saw us head to Donegal Golf Club in Murvagh. The sun was shining although the clouds always seem to be lurking nearby. Donegal is another typical links course and although the fairways seemed … Continue reading →

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Narin & Portnoo Golf Club – Ireland

Posted on July 22, 2014 by SUNGRL

We flew from Zurich to Dublin on Sunday night. We didn’t get into Dublin until 10.30pm so we stayed in a hotel close to the airport. We picked our rental car up early Monday morning and hit the road. We … Continue reading →

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Klausen Pass – Switzerland

Posted on July 19, 2014 by SUNGRL

Saturday bought more sunshine so Karin, Elvis and I decided to do another hike. This time we headed for the Klausen Pass. Klausen Pass is a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps connecting the cantons of Uri and Glarus. … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday to Me – Switzerland

Posted on July 19, 2014 by SUNGRL

It was only fitting really that the sun was shining on the SUNGRL’s birthday. To top that off Steve even remembered to say Happy Birthday when he opened his eyes – he has been known to need a gentle reminder … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Summer Day – Switzerland

Posted on July 18, 2014 by SUNGRL

Thursday was another perfect summer’s day. We started the day with a run and then a swim in the lake. The lake temperature is about 22 degrees and it is perfect for cooling off and doing a bit of swimming … Continue reading →

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