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December 14th 2021
Published: December 27th 2021
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Dear All Greetings again! This is my second blog entry for my time on the Isle of Man, and it will relate my adventures on my second full day on the island. It was another wonderful day, rather tiring, but with some amazing views and experiences. After a wonderful night’s sleep of ten hours, I enjoyed a self-catered breakfast of porridge, pain-au-chocolat, yoghurt and orange juice. I was plann... Read Full Entry



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The Cafe at the SoundThe Cafe at the Sound
The Cafe at the Sound

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
The Cafe at the SoundThe Cafe at the Sound
The Cafe at the Sound

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Davison's Ice CreamDavison's Ice Cream
Davison's Ice Cream

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Stena Line FerriesStena Line Ferries
Stena Line Ferries

Liverpool to Dublin
Calf of ManCalf of Man
Calf of Man

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Beautiful Coastal SceneryBeautiful Coastal Scenery
Beautiful Coastal Scenery

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Beautiful Coastal SceneryBeautiful Coastal Scenery
Beautiful Coastal Scenery

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Beautiful Coastal SceneryBeautiful Coastal Scenery
Beautiful Coastal Scenery

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
"Steps" up to Spanish Head"Steps" up to Spanish Head
"Steps" up to Spanish Head

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
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Rural Isle of Man

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Calf of ManCalf of Man
Calf of Man

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
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Rural Isle of Man

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Old Map of the AreaOld Map of the Area
Old Map of the Area

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Spanish HeadSpanish Head
Spanish Head

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
The ChasmsThe Chasms
The Chasms

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
Gorse Bush and The ChasmsGorse Bush and The Chasms
Gorse Bush and The Chasms

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
The ChasmsThe Chasms
The Chasms

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path
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The Old Chasms Cafe

Abandoned (and rather spooky) cafe at The Chasms
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Rural Isle of Man with Moon

Port Erin to Port St Mary Coastal Path



27th December 2021

Fairies and Hiking the Coast
You had a full day. I absolutely loved all the details about the fairies. I love folklore. The hike was probably nice overall but I didn't feel like it was one of your favorites. That brandy probably hit the spot at the end of your day. I'm so glad you had the conversation with the B&B owner... yes faith over fear is the way to go. We always end up meeting the right people. People come and go in our lives for reasons. People have so much to give and add to our lives. Her message was an unexpected pleasure that you needed to hear. We end up where we need to be.
27th December 2021

Fairies and Hiking
Thank you for your wonderful and always very encouraging comments Merry. The words were certainly welcome and needed, and felt like they were very much meant to be. You're very right, it wasn't one of my favourite hikes - the sun at the beginning and hobbling at the end were a bit tricky...! The brandy definitely hit the spot, and I also loved reading about the fairies ? Thanks as always for reading and commenting Merry ☺️
27th December 2021
Davison's Ice Cream

Davidson's Ice Cream
I'm so happy you were able to eat this ice cream. It was delicious!
27th December 2021
Davison's Ice Cream

Ice Cream
Indeed, I agree - delicious ice cream! I only found out about it from your blog. As with your visit, the parlour in Port Erin was also closed when I was there, but I, like yourselves, was also able to find it elsewhere. What a treat ?
29th December 2021

Wow!
What a beautiful coastal walk Alex, and what beautiful photos! I also loved the panorama photos at the start of the blog.
30th December 2021

Thank you
Thank you Lori. It was a really beautiful walk, said to be the Isle of Man's best walk, according to my guidebook ?
30th December 2021

Another Interesting Day!
I really do like your hostess' saying "choose faith, not fear" which you adopted as your motto for the remainder of your trip to the Isle of Man. The countryside, cliffs and shore are so beautiful here. Learning about the Fairy Bridge and 'themselves' was also interesting, especially when I could relate it to Dobby from Harry Potter -- I was never quite sure if I liked Dobby or not as he seemed just too unpredictable and mischievous to me, LOL! I would also have rejected the Manx sausage and black pudding, but not the salted caramel ice cream -- yum!! Brandy to end the day -- delicious!
30th December 2021

Another Interesting Day!
I really do like your hostess' saying "choose faith, not fear" which you adopted as your motto for the remainder of your trip to the Isle of Man. The countryside, cliffs and shore are so beautiful here. Learning about the Fairy Bridge and 'themselves' was also interesting, especially when I could relate it to Dobby from Harry Potter -- I was never quite sure if I liked Dobby or not as he seemed just too unpredictable and mischievous to me, LOL! I would also have rejected the Manx sausage and black pudding, but not the salted caramel ice cream -- yum!! Brandy to end the day -- delicious!
30th December 2021

Dobby and Brandy
Ah, indeed, I feel the same about Dobby - not sure if I'm sympathetic towards him, or just find him annoying - lol! Indeed, the words from my hostess were just so encouraging, and needed at that time. It's amazing how we get these messages sometimes. The brandy was a perfect end to the day, lol!
30th December 2021
Beautiful Coastal Scenery

That looks wonderful
There seems to be plenty of nice scenery and beautiful country on Isle of Man. We have been twice been hiking in UK and we have become very fond of British countryside and all the small towns and villages. /Ake
30th December 2021
Beautiful Coastal Scenery

Isle of Man
I would certainly recommend a trip to the Isle of Man, Ake. From reading about your travels around Sweden, you seem to very much enjoy visiting unvisited places which have a story to tell. I think there are many such places on this island ?
30th December 2021
Fairy Bridge

Love This!
I love your description of this tradition! If I visit, experiencing this fun little gem would probably be the highlight of my trip!
30th December 2021
Fairy Bridge

Fairy Bridge
Thanks Siewch! It was certainly one of the highlights for me ?
4th January 2022

Black Pudding
"I had no idea what was in the Manx sausage, and every idea what was in the black pudding" This bit of wording made me laugh so hard. What a wonderful turn of phrase. I am glad you are out and enjoying your trip
4th January 2022

Black Pudding
Lol! Thanks Brendan, I'm glad the meaning came across! You have to be careful with certain sausages I think...! ?
6th January 2022

Coastal walk
I could feel myself walking with you on your coastal walk. What lovely and stunning photos, and even better with sunshine. Did you forget your sunglasses? I suppose wearing sunglasses in December does seem a bit weird. That ice cream sounds amazing and had to be eaten with that stunning background, especially with the winter sunshine. I'd have eaten everything on your breakfast plate ?
7th January 2022

Coastal Walk
Ah, lol - I never thought about sunglasses...! I didn't have any with me though, I wasn't expecting so much sunshine I guess! Thanks Alan, the walk was beautiful and exhilarating. The ice-cream was cold, but indeed, a great treat with a great view! And well done on being able to have the black pudding, and whatever was in the Manx sausage - very brave! ?

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