Planning a trip to the west of Ireland can be quite overwhelming. There are endless scenic drives, beaches, islands, hikes, villages and hidden gems — but I am well aware that fitting them into a realistic itinerary is not always easy.
I offer personalised West of Ireland travel consultations to help you plan a trip that suits your interests, pace, budget and travel dates.
Whether you’re visiting Mayo, Galway, Achill Island, Westport, Connemara or anywhere along this section of the Wild Atlantic Way, I can help you avoid rushed routes, tourist traps and unrealistic plans.
What I Can Help With
- Planning a realistic West of Ireland itinerary
- Choosing the best towns or villages to stay in
- Finding scenic drives, beaches and viewpoints
- Advice on Mayo, Galway, Achill, Connemara and nearby regions
- Hidden gems and quieter places away from the crowds
- Family-friendly trip ideas
- Hiking, photography and coastal route suggestions
- Reviewing an itinerary you have already created
Consultation Options
30-Minute Trip Planning Call
€49
Best for quick itinerary advice, route checks, choosing where to stay, or getting answers to specific questions before your trip.
60-Minute Deep Planning Call
€89
Best for full itinerary planning, multi-day trips, family holidays, road trips, or visitors who want detailed local advice.
How It Works
- Choose your preferred consultation length.
- Book a time that suits you.
- Fill out the short pre-call questionnaire.
- We meet by video call and go through your plans in detail.
- You receive a short follow-up summary after the call.
Before the Call: Trip Questionnaire
To make the consultation as useful as possible, I’ll ask you to complete a short questionnaire before the call. This helps me understand your travel dates, interests, budget, pace and main planning concerns.
The questionnaire includes questions such as:
- When are you visiting Ireland?
- How many days will you have?
- Where are you flying into and out of?
- Will you rent a car?
You will be presented with these questions (and more) upon booking.
Who This Is For
This service is ideal if you:
- Are visiting the west of Ireland for the first time
- Feel overwhelmed by too many options
- Want local advice rather than generic travel tips
- Are planning a Wild Atlantic Way road trip
- Want to include Mayo, Galway, Achill Island or Connemara
- Already have an itinerary but want it reviewed
Why Book With Me?
I was born and raised in the west of Ireland and have spent years exploring, photographing and writing about this part of the country. This site is built around detailed local knowledge of Mayo, Galway and the wider Wild Atlantic Way.
I have brought countless guests from Austria and Germany to the west of Ireland, as well as as having a deep knowledge of landscapes and culture from my Masters studies in geography at NUI Galway.
My aim is simple: to help you plan a trip that feels memorable, realistic and personal — not just a copy-and-paste itinerary from a generic travel guide.
Ready to Plan Your West of Ireland Trip?
Book a personalised consultation and get clear, practical advice for your trip.