While 18th century Ireland was plagued with absentee or money-hungry landlords, Valentia was unique ... As I wave goodbye to the island from the ferry, I vow not to leave it so long before returning.

Linked to the mainland both by a ferry and by a bridge, the island faces out towards ... "has formally notified Unesco of Ireland's intention to advance the Valentia proposal with our counterparts ...

The buzz about Valentia Island on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way Valentia ... The island, which is reachable by car ferry and road, or bus or train from Killarney, receives around 20,000 visitors ...

left and Canadian Ambassador to Ireland Nancy Smyth, at the 5th Annual Valentia Cable Foundation Lecture series which took place at the station on Valentia Island. Photo by Valerie O'Sullivan.