Ireland
Discover Ireland's Warmth and Wonder
Would you like to visit Ireland? Perhaps your ancestors are from the Emerald Isle? Maybe you want to find out if there really are that many shades of green? Whatever the reason, Ireland should be on your "must visit" list. There truly is something for everyone to enjoy - seeing the amazing geography; sampling the local brews and whiskey; learning about its complicated history; or experiencing a warm welcome from its residents.
Here is just a sampling of the great places you can visit and things you can do in this beautiful country:
Dublin: Guinness Store House, Temple Bar, St. Stephen's Green, Book of Kells at Trinity College
Belfast: Titanic Belfast, Ulster Museum, St. George's Market, day trip to Carlingford
Portrush: Bushmills Distillery, Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge, Game of Thrones Tour
Derry: City Walls, Peace Bridge, Derry Girls Tour, paddleboard or kayak the River Foyle
Donegal: Donegal Castle, Slieve League Cliffs, Glenveagh National Park
Kilkenny: Kilkenny Castle, Shenanigans Walking Tour, Rock of Cashel, Waterford Factory Tour
Cork: Cork City Ramble Walking Tour, English Market, Titanic Experience Cobh, Jameson Distillery, day trip to Kinsale
Killarney: Killarney National Park, Muckross House, Torc Waterfall, Ladies View, Gap of Dunloe, Ring of Kerry, day trip to Kenmare, Dingle, Dingle Peninsula, Dunmore Head
Limerick: King John's Castle, day trip to Adare Village, Cliffs of Moher, The Burren
Galway: Salthill Promenade, Latin Quarter, Spanish Arch, day trip to Athlone, day trip to Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, day trip to Inis Mor, drive along the Wild Atlantic Way
Let us know what you have in mind for your trip and we'll be happy to put together a 5-21 day custom itinerary for you. Fabulous pre-packaged tours are available, as well, from highly experienced tour companies. The best part - they take care of all the driving so you can soak in the views!
Phrases to Know:
Welcome - Failte
Good Morning - Maidin Mhaith
Good Evening - Trathnona Maith
Yes - Ta
No - Nil
Please - Le Do Thoil
Thank You - Go Raibh Maith Agat
Goodbye - Slan
Cheers (To Your Health) - Slainte
Important Info:
Currency: Euros (The Republic of Ireland)
British Pounds (Northern Ireland)
Driving: On the left-hand side of the road
Speeds are in kilometers
Seat belts are required
Cell phones while driving are illegal
Official Travel Website: Ireland.com