When you visit the Aran Islands you enter one of the last outposts of Gaelic Civilisation where Irish is still the spoken language of its inhabitants.The isands are an extension of the Burren in Co.Clare. High cliffs,incredible rugged landscapes,ancient forts and other relics of pre-history abound.In archeological circles the islands are famous for their prehistoric forts of dry stone masonary. Traditiona Irish music sessions are a feature of the islands pubs where you can also make the acquaintance of the local peope or just have a chat. The islands have plenty of excellent restaurants and craft shops where you can buy the famous Aran sweaters.

1hour cruise from Doolin Harbour or early morning cruise from Liscannor. View some of the highest sea clliffs in Europe-up to 214 mtrs high & 8km long Largaest seabird colony in Ireland- including Puffins, Guillemots and Razorbils

This festival is in memory of Willie Clancy, held annualy on the first full week in July in Miltown. County Clare. which is only a 30 minute drive from Emohruo B and B

The Russell festival is a traditional Irish Music festival held in Doolin on the last full weekend in February each year.The festival was established in 1985.

Take a cruies to the moher Cliffs and see the birds hatchinh on the cliff ledge

traditional Irish music nightly in Doolin's traditional Irish pubs

Enjoy a unique walking experience and explore the Burren Region with a local guide. Choose a walk from a variety of gentle rambles to rigorous hill climbs, or walks can be designed for you and your requirements.Visit a wide range of historic monuments and unique habitats or escape to hidden corners of the Burren. Aspects covered on each walk include Geolyogy, Natural History,Botany,Ancient Monuments and Archaeology, Wildlife, History, Folklore, Agriculture Conservation.

Evenings of Music, Song, Dance and Storytelling 9pm Monday nights, commences 11th July at Teach Ceoil Ennistymon.20 minute drive from Emohruo B+B Traditional Irish Music in Doolin at O Connors Pub, Mc Ganns Pub and Mc Dermotts Pub

May: Fleadh Nua – traditional music festival with singing, dancing and workshops

July: Willie Clancy Irish Music Festival in Miltown Malbay

August: International Traditional Music Festival in Feakle

September: Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival

November: Ennis Traditional Music Festival

Scattery Island – visit the island and its interpretative centre

Cliffs of Moher – an absolute ‘must’ if you visit Clare

The Burren – one of Nature’s great wonders, just awesome

Watersports on Lough Derg – from cruising to kayaking