Try company named”tours by locals”. Go to the website , Type in city name and info about multiple guides and itineraries pop up along with prices. Can be expensive. I have used the service in China, Austria,Belgium, Ireland ,Scotland. Always happy with the service. Some drive, some walking. Lots of options. Good luck

I have the 7200 and the above mentioned 17-55 DX lens. It,in my opinion, is a stellar lens..have used it for family and landscapes and find it outstanding..Sharp,built like a tank. Over all a great lens.. I too have the 24-70FX which again, IMO,is outstanding. Can't go wrong with either..Good luck

a few from the archives

Bob. Thanks for the academics then translating into practical use. It is a lot to digest but well worth the effort..Thanks for posting and the time involved. Jim

Thank you for the comments.Appreciate the topic and your expertise.

Interesting topic. In the first photo I was trying to have some foreground object to focus on so I chose the small rock rock in the foreground which led to the small white patches on the next set of rocks which led to the river which led to the castle. There is also the river as the leading line but tried to think beyond the obvious..Not paying attention the the left of the photo I was cutting off the top of the mountain and the dead tree to the left was distracting as well..So I moved a bit and simply let the river be the leading line while getting the full mountain in the photo. While the second photo still has a rock as foreground its a better photo in my opinion because it encompasses the subject be it the castle or the mountain. To the point I was focused on the foreground too much in the first and sacrificed the complete picture. Appreciate the topic..Thanks for starting. Jim

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Hi. Trying to add to the discussion of things around the house. Sun was coming in at just the right angle. lucky to catch the sun burst plus a couple reflection on butter dish..Taken in haste.Not sure what the white swirls are..jim

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Bob. Thanks for all the great information. Always appreciated. Jim

Hi Bob. Waiting for part two..Thx for info.Jim

Cany. I like the shot for multiple reasons but what I like the most is your explanation. That is what us hobbyist/enthusiasts need from the pros here on uhh..Thanks much for the academics along with the photo.jim

Have been to Ireland several times. absolutely great photo ops even where you go.. are you flying into Dublin or Shannon..that info would help with suggestions about castles etc. sounds like your on your own so options abound.also have suggestions for accommodations but il assume already booked by this time..the food in Ireland has come a long way.pub food is more comfort food than greasy bar food found in the states..upscale dining is some of the best I've experienced..seafood was probably caught that morning on both coasts. pm me if you interested in more detail..ireland never gets boring. get an automatic car..as gene stated. small is good. big is such a hassle especially parking..dont take the upgrade at the rental counter..enjoy,jim

Oh boy. What did I do .Don’t want an argument to start over my original post. No criticisms warranted of any ones opinion. Let’s drop the topic. I already apologized to chg canon. I’m falling on my sword as we speak

Joer. I agree hence my absurd topic

Ok fair enough . My apology to chg canon and anyone offended. Certainly didn’t intend an offense. I enjoy his wit and his knowledge. It was intended as a compliment but with failed humor.

Yorkiebyte. So true