15 things that I'd still like to do in Ireland

As my time here draws to a close, here are some things that maybe I'll try to get to before I go.

Killary Fjord Boat Tour. Just came back from seeing this fjord again and I saw a sign that there are boat tours. It's so beautiful, so this could be a great thing to do.
Brigit's Garden. It looks beautiful.
Pullman Restaurant at Glenlo Abbey. I hear it's cramped, but it would still be cool.
Seaweed bath. Diana just mentioned it to me today, but I'm so intrigued.
Menlo Castle. Been on my list for a while, but haven't made it out there.
See a movie in a theater. I have two on the docket right now, so I think I'll get this one done.
Buy a Claddagh ring. Yes, I've decided that I want one.
Make it to Cork again. This is more for nostalgia than anything else.
Kennys bookshop. I've only recently heard of it and I love me a bookstore.
Bake. I would love to bake here before I go.
Try some more kinds of tea. I'm trying to like tea, I swear.
Do another escape the room. I'm really growing to like them.
Try Guinness again. I really should give it another shot.
Get a free old fashioned. I have two coupons for one, so I should use those before I go.
Go to Jungle Cafe. It looks fun and I've wanted to try it for a while.

(Prompt by me)

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