Europe

I stopped by a foodie festival in Brighton with my camera in tow. The late summer sunsets accurately reflected the vibe of the festival — warm and welcoming.

How different must be the people that have set foot on top of Blarney Castle over the years and centuries since it was built. And of those, how many have kissed the Blarney Stone! – Erin

This is one of my absolute favorite photos. Seeing Blarney Castle is itself a bit surreal, because of the permeating cultural status of the Blarney Stone as well as having an American perspective on old structures, and the fresh blooms just added to that feeling. – Erin

St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral is a must-see in Cork, Ireland. Beautifully gothic on the outside, it’s warm and inviting on the inside. – Erin

While quintessential Irish weather is not out of place for a Bay Area native, the merging of old and new is a sight to behold. Waterford actually dates back to a Viking settlement in the 800s, though this particular intersection isn’t quite so old. – Erin