The Journal
Notes from the Atlantic.
- 01
Why the Beara Peninsula is Ireland's best-kept walking secret
Between the Ring of Kerry and West Cork lies a peninsula most visitors drive past. Here's why walkers who know Ireland keep coming back to Beara.
- 02
What American women should know before walking in Ireland
Distances, weather, trail surfaces and a few cultural surprises — practical notes for US women planning a walking trip in Ireland.
- 03
The Beara Way: what it's actually like to walk
An honest description of walking the Beara Way — terrain, effort, scenery and what a day on the trail really feels like.
- 04
What to pack for a luxury walking trip in Ireland
A practical packing list for walking in Ireland in summer, from waterproofs and boots to what to wear to dinner.
- 05
Ireland in July, August or September: when should you come?
How the Irish summer changes from July to September — daylight, weather, crowds and atmosphere — to help you choose your 2027 departure.
- 06
Why West Cork deserves more than a day trip
Food, coastline and small towns: why West Cork rewards slow travel, and how it fits into The Beara Edit.
- 07
Travelling solo to Ireland as a woman: joining a small group without feeling like you're on a group tour
How to travel to Ireland on your own and still have company when you want it — without the coach tour feeling.
- 08
Wild Atlantic Way walking: what fitness level do you really need?
An honest guide to the fitness needed for guided walking on the Wild Atlantic Way and the Beara Peninsula, and how to prepare.
- 09
Why we're putting Irish food at the centre of The Atlantic Edit
No detox menus. No tiny portions. Why exceptional Irish food is central to The Atlantic Edit experience.
- 10
What makes an executive experience different from another corporate retreat?
Why a fully hosted week in Ireland, with no workshops or programme, can recognise senior women more meaningfully than a traditional corporate retreat.