Former RTE star opens up on whirlwind move to remote Irish island that ‘didn't quite go to plan'
FORMER Dancing With The Stars pro Emily Barker has opened up on her whirlwind move to a remote Irish island that "didn't quite go to plan".
The professional dancer, 28, relocated from the
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Emily has shared an update on her move to Ireland
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The pro dancer lived in Ireland for six years while on Dancing With The Stars
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She admitted their move 'didn't quite go to plan'
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Emily took to
She began by explaining how their move "didn't quite go to plan" and said she now has a few things she "feels ready to share" with fans and friends.
The 28-year-old, who announced her departure from
The couple decided they "wanted to move" back to Ireland and had plans in place to settle in a "gorgeous little cottage" in
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They packed their "whole lives" into their car but two weeks before the move they received a job offer they "just couldn't refuse".
Emily explained: "A contact we knew sent us an application knowing we were already moving to Ireland and it was for a couple to live and work on a remote island off the coast of Ireland… CRAZY I KNOW!
"At first we ignored the message and decided to crack on with our plans for the move, but after a few days I convinced Olly that we should reply and see what it's all about.
"We applied, filled out forms, were invited to an interview and on Boxing Day found out we GOT THE JOB!"
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On January 4, the pair got the ferry from
Emily kept the location private but told how the "first few weeks were like no other".
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Describing the area, she said: "Sunsets and sunrises from every angle, a private beach, all the freedom in the world and click and collect food shops to be collected from mainland every 3 weeks by boat."
The choreographer admitted they faced some challenges including storm Eowyn, power cuts and the reality of being so remote.
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However, she used the time away from
She explained: "It was like lock down all over again, a time to stop and reflect on everything so far."
After "three amazing months" living on the "incredible" island, they decided to move back to the UK, "for some time to debrief and collect our thoughts after the most crazy adventure of our lives".
'AMAZING'
She added: "Who knows if we will ever move back to Ireland but for now I have the most incredible memories from a 3 month trip of a lifetime!
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"My vision board for 2025 definitely didn't include feeding horses, patrolling around acres of land and driving Gators… but I'm so happy we did it!
"Sorry for being so quiet and I will try my best moving forwards to keep updating about life, fitness and any crazy trips I take in the future!"
Emily's fans and friends flocked to the comments to share their love and support.
Courina said: "Wow! That sounds like the best experience ever! Fair play to you. Best of luck with the next plan."
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Olwyn wrote: "Proud of you girl."
Jill gushed: "This is AMAZING. What an adventure!"
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