Staying on Julia's boat was very cool. Literally! It was the end of November and you could see your breath when you breathe. But the bed was very warm, comfortable, and large, so we were never cold under the covers. It was fun to wake up in the morning and enjoy a cup of coffee looking out on the water looking at the birds floating around. I think those that have described the experience as "glamping" have used a fair term as there is a boiler on board for heat (with a 60 min timer), a toilet (err, head) that needs to be pumped rather than flushed, and a special tank for drinking water. But these things are all part of the charm of being on a boat. The kitchen area was large enough and well equipped with a stove, plates, pots, pans and cutlery to prepare a cup of tea and some breakfast. The location was fantastic, being on the "Long Walk" just blocks from all the shops and restaurants of Galway. We had a very nice visit.