I have a special interest in this thread: I am off to Fishguard at crack of dawn, to catch the 11.30 ferry for Rosslare. Heading west to start a tour w ith the Boat Band. Tomorrow night(Thursday) we're doing a friendly acoustic gig(with joining in facilities) at Lil McCarthy's, Catletownshend, near Skiberreen. Fun, eh?
   Asr egards the best places to go: I have toured all over the island, and everywhere is fantastic and interesting. But if I had to pick out an itineray, I would say pick the line Cork-Clonakilty- Skibereen-Baltimore (then ferry)Cape Clear Island. Any and every place along that line(or a few miles off either side) will give you joy in your heart. And plenty of music.