Ireland tourist information with details about
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Ireland is a part of the British Isles geographically,
although politically, the island is divided into Northern Ireland, a constituent part of
the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland; formerly Eire.
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The Republic of Ireland makes up 26 of the 32 counties of the
island of Ireland; including part of the province of Ulster.
Northern Ireland is the remaining six counties of Ulster, in the
north-eastern part of the island.
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Ireland:
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Ruled by England for more than 400 years, the republic gained
independence in 1922, after a long and violent struggle.
The Republic of Ireland is often called the Emerald Isle because of
the powerful greenness of its countryside.
Ireland is a land of mountains, lakes, and rolling farmland, with
an ancient history and world-famous literary tradition.
Scenic attractions include the romantic Lakes of Killarney; the lush
Wicklow Mountains; and the Cliffs of Moher, that rise from the sea in a five-mile wall.
Discover Ireland:
Bord Fáilte - the Irish Tourist Board. Plenty of fine ideas of what to do and where to go
on holiday in the republic.
Farmhouse Bed and Breakfasts
Enjoy Ireland at it's best by staying in a traditional farmhouse and
driving around the countryside.
Ireland Travel Tips
Ireland is relatively small but there is a vast amount of interesting
places to visit, so make sure to plan your trip to take in as much of the country and
culture as possible. Plan a trip to the native Irish speaking islands off the west coast,
they are rugged and beautiful.
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Living.
Visit Killarney in March or April. Its less crowded, doesn't rain as
much and most plants are in full bloom. Otherwise, come in October during the deer rutting
season.
Sent in by: Killarney Photo Guide.
In Ireland, get to the west as quickly as possible. Its wetter, wilder
and a whole lot more fun. More country pubs, atmosphere and exciting scenery. Galway,
Clare, Kerry and Donegal are all worthwhile.
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Fitzsimons.
By Air
Airlines and Airports:
Flights to Dublin from the England are cheap, especially if you use the charters from
Manchester or Luton.
Shannon International Airport is 22 km from Limerick.
Aer Lingus:
US immigration pre-clearance is available to passengers travelling to the USA from Ireland
at Dublin or Shannon airports.
Aircoach - Dublin Airport:
Airport shuttle to Dublin city centre. Travel to and from Cork, Portlaoise, or Belfast for
a flat fare of £5.00 single or £8 return. As the coaches have GPS on board, there's also
a Live Position feature, which you can view online, powered by WS2.
By Boat
If you're travelling to Dublin from England by boat, the ferry
terminal is at Dun Laoghaire; 10 km to the south of the capital. Trains and buses connect
the terminal with Dublin.
By Train
Train Travel:
The train to Cork is one of the most popular routes on Irish Railways (Larnrod
Éireann).
Jurys
Doyle Hotels:
Jurys Doyle Ireland hotels are in wonderful city-centre locations, close to all amenities,
business districts and shopping centres in Belfast, Cork, Dublin, Galway and Limerick.
The Blarney Castle, in County Cork, was probably built in the 15th
century.
According to legend, if you kiss the stone in the tower of the castle
you'll receive the gift of the gab - witty speech that sounds both flattering and
convincing.
The capital of the Republic of Ireland is known as the Town of the
Ford of the Hurdles, in Gaelic - Baile Atha Cliath.
Dublin faces the Irish Sea, on the coast of eastern- central Ireland.
The River Liffey runs through the city.
Dublin was the European City of Culture in 1991, but its status as a
seat of culture is permanent.
An annual theatre festival is held in Dublin every autumn, and the
city also hosts an international film festival and opera season in the spring. The major
concert venue is the National Concert Hall.
Historic Dublin:
Dublin's historic area is south of the Liffey.
Dublin Castle was where the city started. Built in the early 1200s,
the castle has been rebuilt and added to over the centuries.
The castle was the seat of the British viceroy of Ireland until 1922,
when it was handed over to the newly formed Irish Free State, and is now used for
ceremonial functions, and the inauguration of the country's president.
Numerous churches and public buildings are also in the old city.
Dublin's Phoenix Park, in the western suburbs of the city, is one of
Europe's largest city parks.
Once a royal hunting ground the park now contains Dublin Zoo and the
residence of the president of the Irish Republic.
Situated near Phoenix Park is the 100-m-long Hole-In-The-Wall public
house; believed to be Europe's longest.
Entertainment in Dublin
Dublin has become the centre of the Europe's computer software
industry, and the money generated has rejuvenated the city and its entertainment sector.
Dublin is one of the most happening centres in Europe at the moment;
they're even turning away stag parties from England.
Temple Bar:
Temple Bar is Dublin's bustling cultural, residential and small business district.
Comprising 28 acres, this area is brimming with arts, culture and entertainment along with
some of Dublin's top restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels and shops.
Visit Dublin:
The official online tourist office for Dublin.
Accommodation in Dublin
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Limerick is situated at the head of the estuary of the River
Shannon, in the south-west of the Republic of Ireland.
The city is dived into three sections:
English Town, on King's Island, was founded by William de Burgh; who
built the Castle of King John to defend it.
Irish Town, the oldest part of the city, dates from the 9th century.
Newtown-Pery, to the south of Irish Town, dates from 1769.
Accommodation in Limerick
Hotels
in Limerick:
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County Clare:
County Clare has a living Gaelic tradition, which can be heard and seen in its music and
arts. With the recent upsurge of interest in all things Irish, Clare's cultural heritage
is proving to be very popular with visitors and consequently some of the villages and
towns of Clare (i.e. Doolin, Miltown Malbay) are becoming world famous, mostly for the
traditional music to be heard there (especially in local pubs during holiday season).
Galway is in the west of Ireland, on Galway Bay; famous for its
horse racing festival.
The old town has a Spanish influence; until the 17th century Galway
was a major trading partner with Spain.
Galway City is itself a vibrant place with many things to see and do.
County Galway:
Like County Clare, Galway has some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery, especially
Connemara and the nearby Aran Islands.
Accommodation in Galway
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Galway East is famous for its rich heritage, variety of
activities, and local and international festivals. It is also conveniently located for
easy day trips to Connemara, The Burren, Aran Islands and Westport.
Galway East Tourism:
The official tourism website for Galway East provides details on accommodation, holiday
packages, activities and visitor attractions in the region.
O'Donnabhain's - Kenmare:
Pub and Guesthouse in Kenmare, Co. Kerry. With its bric-a-brac, open fires and wooden
beams, the bar exudes old world charm, has fine food and drinks and a great atmosphere
which makes O'Donnabhains popular with the locals and visitors alike.
Armagh is built on numerous hills and has been the seat of the
Catholic primacy of all Ireland since the days of St Patrick, who built his first church
there.
There are two important churches on the hills of Armagh: St Patrick's
Church of Ireland Cathedral stands on the site of the cathedral built by St Patrick; and
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Cathedral, with its twin spires, raises from another hill.
Castlebar:
All you need to know about Castlebar, Co. Mayo; including what's on and where to stay.
Interactive Ireland:
An extensive database of useful tourist information for visitors to Ireland.
Irish Net:
Set up in Boston, and why not too? There's quite a network of Irish in Massachusetts.
Newgrange:
Older than Stonehenge, the giant megalithic tomb of Newgrange was probably erected about
3,200 BC (in calendar years). It is one of a group of 40 passage tombs including Knowth
and Dowth, that are enclosed on three sides by the river Boyne.
Killarney Photo Guide:
This site will show you where to take the best photos when touring Killarney, whether
driving, cycling or walking. It will guide you from The Gap of Dunloe through the Lakes of
Killarney to Muckross House with stops at Ross Castle, Torc Waterfall, Eagles Nest, Kate
Kearneys Cottage, Ladies View, Dinis Cottage and more.
Thrifty:
Car Hire in Dublin, Cork and Shannon Airport. Rates include insurance and taxes. Some car
rentals companies do not accept credit card insurance in Ireland.
The official languages of Ireland are Irish and English. Although
attempts have been made to popularise Gaelic as the national tongue, most of the people
continue to use English. Irish is mostly spoken in the western rural areas.
Irish Literary Giants
There must be something in the water used in the beer. Ireland has
produced many famous writers, poets, and dramatists - not all of them habitual boozers.
St Patrick's Day
The national day of Ireland is celebrated on March 17th. The Legend is
as murky as an empty glass of Guiness, but it's a good excuse for the Irish to party.
Vagabond Tours of
Ireland:
Four wheel-drive adventures in Ireland - departing from Dublin to the west and south - for
four of five days of breathtaking scenery, relaxing exercise, local culture and cosy
accommodation.
10% discount to Travel Notes members.
More detailed travel destination information for:
Belfast,
Dublin.
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