Western Tours and Tales - with Ger Considine

17/01/2025

The recent AGM of the GTGA elected its new committee for the 2025 season, which promises to be a busy one.
# WFTGAmembers

16/01/2025

In and around Galway city with Alan's video montage

A sweet taste of the beautiful streets of Galway City, Ireland ☘️📸 Alan Fahy

15/01/2025

Great presentation on Monday night hosted by GAHS on Menlo Castle and the Blakes.

14/01/2025

ITG Day, Friday 21st February 2025
Galway Tour Guides

This week, we unveiled the theme for ITGDay 2025! 🌍✨ Here's a reminder of the official hashtags to use so we can see and share your stories and messages—before, during, and after the celebrations:



Let’s make this year’s International Tourist Guide Day truly memorable! 💙

12/01/2025

Why Galway? ☕🌿 Galway isn’t just a city; it’s an experience. From its cobblestone streets echoing centuries of trade and tradition to its lively music-filled pubs, Galway is a feast for the senses. Whether you’re here to soak up Irish culture in 2025, delve into Galway history, or simply admire its stunning architecture, you’re in for a treat. 🎤🌟 Here’s a taste of what you can expect:...

Why Galway? ☕🌿 Galway isn’t just a city; it’s an experience. From its cobblestone streets echoing centuries of trade and tradition to its lively music-filled pubs, Galway is a feast for the senses.…

08/01/2025

Lookin forward to this talk !

GAHS free illustrated public lecture on THE BLAKES OF MENLO CASTLE on 13th January at 8 pm. The venue is the HARBOUR HOTEL, and the speaker is PATRICK LARKIN.

Menlo Castle sits on the banks of the river Corrib, a few miles upriver from Galway city. It was constructed as a defensive English outpost in a Gaelic world, gradually morphing over time to become a comfortable home worthy of its wealthy aristocratic owners. These were one of the merchant Tribes of Galway, the baronets Blake, ennobled for their services to the state. The castle was occupied for three and a half centuries, until a tragic accidental fire consumed the iconic building.

The speaker, Patrick Larkin is a Galway native, a graduate of University College Galway and a chartered chemist. A former president of the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society, he is a widely published independent scholar with a particular interest in 13th century East Galway.

03/01/2025

🪩✨️ Beleted Happy New Year from Western Tours and Tales - with Ger Considine ! ✨️🪩

This year, we shared Galway's rich history, vibrant stories and hidden treasures with colleagues and clients.

As we look ahead to 2025, we welcome our wider community to explore Galway’s charm and iconic landmarks.

Here’s to new adventures and more incredible walks in the year ahead. May 2025 bring you joy and many new memories!

23/12/2024

We also wish our colleagues and clients a Happy Christmas from Galway! 🎄

🎄✨ The most magical season has arrived! ✨🎄
Embark on an exclusive festive journey through some of the most captivating Christmas Markets across Ireland and the U.K. 🎅

📍 Today’s destination: Exquisite Galway!
Nestled in the heart of Eyre Square, Galway transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland, where the Christmas Market exudes festive elegance. 🌟
Whether you're creating cherished family memories or enjoying a romantic escape, this market offers an unforgettable experience. Wander under the twinkling lights, discover exclusive gifts, and indulge in seasonal delights—truly a must-see gem on Ireland’s West Coast this holiday season. 🎁

✨ Ready to experience a luxurious festive getaway? Let us make your holiday dreams come true. Contact us today to begin planning your extraordinary Christmas journey! ❄️

09/12/2024

As we nudge towards the end of 2024, why not visit the gerconsidine.com website to purchase a Galway Tour voucher for family or friends this Christmas 🎅💚 More info at enclosed link!


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28/11/2024

Fellow Galway Tour Guides member and Town Crier, Liam Silk got a nice feature about his life and times in the Connacht Tribune today.
Maith thú Liam !

Town Crier Liam Silke is a popular sight at special occasions in Galway City. Wearing medieval clothing and ringing a bell, his booming voice alerts people to what’s happening. He’s been doing this since the 1980s when he returned to his home town after a successful hospitality career in the UK....

27/11/2024

Today we have nice footage of Galway for you made by Expedia back in 2015. Much has changed since but you get a feel for how the city has become known as 'the Cultural Heart of Ireland' - a vibrant entertainment hub and a beloved destination for visitors from all over the world!

This video for Galway City Vacation Travel Guide is one of our older productions, but we wanted to share it with you to get some feedback on how these older...

12/11/2024

Nice Highlights video from this year's Galway Oyster Festival.

04/11/2024

As we approach the end of our 2024 Tourist season, our tour options have been quite positive overall. Originally from the barony of West Clare, Ger now calls Galway home. Since retiring from the 9-to-5, he is willing to share his passion guiding visitors around Ennis, the Burren, Sth. Galway, Connemara and Galway city!
We had a few City Walking tours on last week of October and what lovely reviews (as in enclosed screenshots) .

31/10/2024

Another image from our sojourn in Killarney National Park last weekend. Photo of single Stag is a little soft but a striking appearance of the animal, none the less!

29/10/2024

Galway in 1965 . Anyone know why Dillion's jewellers moved from oposite Moon's to Quay St ?

28/10/2024

Like a scene from Gosford Park!
A few images form Killarney National Park visited as a group of photographers on Saturday last. The hope was to capture the October Deer Rut but no rut on this occasion, though .

21/10/2024

Lovely Complimentary message from the Kennedy party from Minnosota, who I showed around town last week ! Our Sightseeing Cruises of the Corrib have already ended but the City Walking tours continue up until Sat. November 9th next, after which we take an R & R break for a few months !

11/10/2024

With so many American visitors and friends arriving for excursions along Ireland's West coast, you may be interested in a new post on our site, the US - Ireland Connection !

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American tourists are the most frequent participants on our City Walking tours, Celtic Revival tours and Riverboat Sightseeing tours in Galway city and County. Galway is a very ‘laid back’ location, with a slower pace and we think Galway has a unique culture and a special vibe of its own! Why, though, do American nationals and friends hold such affection for the Emerald Isle?...

American tourists are the most frequent participants on our City Walking tours, Celtic Revival tours and Riverboat Sightseeing tours in Galway. The Galway area is a very ‘laid back’ location, with…