Sustainability – not greenwashing – is ‘the only way to preserve’ Irish areas of paradise

A beachside farm in a special area of conservation has been converted into an ecotourism offering by its owners, with marine and environmental protection at its core, writes Ellie O’Byrne

Kris and Tatjana Acton run Clifden Eco Beach Camping and Caravan Park on the Aughrus peninsula overlooking Omey Island in Co Galway. Pictures: Ray Ryan

Kris Acton has travelled the world, living in the US, Central America, and Europe. But he says there is nowhere on earth like the wilds of Connemara.

“This quality of life is one of the best; I wouldn’t give it up,” he says.