WanderWoman Tours

10/14/2026

A MUST SEE SIGHT: “Abu Simbel archaeological site” massive twin temples originally carved into a mountainside by Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a monument to himself and his beautiful queen Nefertari, whose name means “beautiful companion.”

10/12/2026

One of the best experiences on our Ireland trip is being joined by the ANNE CHAMBERS. Anne is the author of the international bestselling book “Grace O’Malley: The Biography of Irelands Pirate Queen 1503-1603,” along with many other published works. Her research has been significantly important towards the legend of Grace O’Malley. Anne is a much appreciated and long time friend of WanderWoman, founder Erja. We are lucky to have her!!

10/11/2026

Sunday morning in Mykonos.

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

“How is the weather today?” Let me check!

10/02/2026

Photo by WanderWoman tours!

★Mayo author returns to where it all began for Grace O'Malley talk★

As part of the 2026 Dublin Festival of History, the Central Bank of Ireland is hosting a talk entitled ‘Grace O’Malley: The Woman Behind the Legend’ by Castlebar author Anne Chambers.

The talk takes place on Wednesday, October 7, in the River Suite at the bank’s headquarters on North Wall Quay, Dublin.

It was in the same institution, over 40 years ago, when, as a junior executive officer, Anne first set off on her mission to find the factual evidence relating to Grace O’Malley, whose life until then had been consigned to fiction and folklore.

Click this link to read the full article The Connaught Telegraph
https://www.con-telegraph.ie/2026/09/30/mayo-author-returns-to-where-it-all-began-for-grace-omalley-talk/

09/30/2026

Do you know which island this is?

Hint: this is where Grace O’Malley lived.

Answer:

Clare island and the O’Malley Tower Castle is where Grace O’Malley lived and control Clew Bay. According to tradition, it was here she learned of a ship wreck nearby from which she salvaged Hugh de Lacy and took him as a lover. He was killed by members of the MacMahon Clan. Seeking revenge, O’Malley attacked the MacMahon stronghold at Doona Castle and killed his murderers.

The more you know!