Aran Guo

I spent four years in France where I did postgraduate study in intercultural communications, improved my language skills (I now speak French fluently) and worked in a Michelin Guide restaurant.

Having grown up on the historical major link of the Silk Road where cultures cross, I’ve had a chance to experience the nomadic life on the grasslands as well as nights on the desert sands.

I met my wife in Inverness, Scotland, and moved to the most northerly town in the Scottish Highlands, a town called Thurso, in the ‘Flow Country’ in the historical county Caithness. I feel lucky to have explored different parts of the Highlands, including a camping honeymoon road trip through the Lochs and Glens of Scotland.

I’m a keen traveller, and I’ve enjoyed visiting Scandinavia and delving deep into Viking culture. I’ve explored and hiked the Alps across France, Switzerland and Italy.

I’m an avid hiker who’s developed a passion for kayaking since my time in Scotland. I also love to stay at home and appreciate good food, music and a decent glass of whiskey.

Living in Sligo, I love exploring the breathtaking views and hidden gems of my home province, Connacht, located in the west and northwest of Ireland.

I also know Northern Ireland well, especially my wife’s native County of Down.