The book and the podcast

Attempting Local

A Year Abroad in Galway, Ireland

Attempting Local follows Cullan McNamara's journey as he explores Ireland, surfs the waves of the North Atlantic, hikes the country's rugged mountains, and travels throughout Europe... all while striving toward a master's degree. It’s an extremely honest account of how tough it can be to leave everything behind and move abroad, while it simultaneously demonstrates the beauty of a life of travel. Most importantly, it's for the brave souls that desire to push beyond tourism in pursuit of something greater.