Thinking of traveling to Ireland?

Set sail to one of Europe's breathtaking islands. On this trip, you will be vacationing in Ireland. While you are there, you will visit the ancient city of Dublin, the country's capital that is older than Republic itself. If you travel by sea, plan a cruise through St. George's Channel. Or, experience breathtaking views along the Irish Sea or the Celtic Sea by the way of the Atlantic Ocean. Bring your camera to capture landscapes filled with rolling hills and gentle mountain caps. Savor a boat cruise down the country's longest river, the River Shannon, which meanders 240 miles through Ireland. You will find a mild climate throughout the year on your visit due to the impact of the North Atlantic Ocean and Gulf Stream that usually prevents severe hot summers or harsh winters.

In Dublin, there are many accessible modes of transportation. Ireland has three international airports connecting major cities across Europe, with the most flights scheduled throughout the year between London and Dublin. Traveling in Ireland, tourists can experience the European continent without missing all the hidden treasures of Ireland waiting to be uncovered. Also, Dublin is the center of the railway network across the country. From there, one can see more of the country in a very short time with a perfect view while crossing the authentic Irish countryside.

Your trip to Ireland offers first-class lodging while exploring the sites. Country homes and farm houses will give you a taste of the culture and the people. Guesthouses can be rented while getting to meet the locals and possibly meeting new friends. Stay on campus during the year with great accommodations that may offer guest services. Enjoy the hospitality of a family-owned hotel, or reserve your night stay in a luxury suite with all the amenities that are first class.

Discover a variety of things to do and places to see for every interest. This is one vacation that will be remembered by everyone in the family. You will want to visit in the footsteps of many famous people of the past. The people of Ireland celebrate St. Patrick's Day as the Irish national holiday. See an authentic St. Patrick's Day parade in March, and perhaps take a walking tour where he lived. If you remember Gulliver's Travels, you will want to learn about the life of Ireland's famous writer Jonathan Swift on your tour. Ireland has given the world many writers. Who can forget Braum Stoker who wrote the novel, Dracula published in 1897. Don't forget Patricia Lynch who was known as a prolific children's author. Ireland has given major contribution to the stage for more almost half a millennium. Most are familiar playwrights like George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, and others who have their roots in Ireland. Music across the world has traced its lyrics to the little island of Ireland, and you can experience the genre of influence that rings across the country by attending a live concert. However, Dublin offers many original productions from the capital city. Imagine what it would have been like to hear where Handel's "Messiah" was played in New Musick Hall for the first time with two well known choirs of St. Patrick and Christ Church cathedrals. You can savor those pastimes of an era that will live in the great halls of the classics the world has ever known. For those who love nature, Ireland offers five national parks filled with ancient ruins centuries old, seaside scapes can be seen in a photographers paradise, and wildlife roam free. Enjoy hiking trails, biking, or rafting down the river.

Dining the local flavor can be experienced in small local cafes, or enjoy a fine Irish cuisine. Since the sixteenth century, they have created many dishes from the potato. Early in the morning, start your day with a real Irish breakfast you will want to write home and tell your family. You will want to savor several dishes they are known to cook. With the abundance of shellfish, it has become one of the most popular seafood dishes with salmon and cod. Coffee and tea are among the daily drinks.

If you like ancient architecture, many excavations have unearthed across the country from thousands of years ago. Or, visit back in time to a closer era to visit the Irish round tower built in the Early Medieval period. See castles like the ones built by the Normans during the twelfth century. While the island has a vast history that spans hundreds of years, the independent state is less than a century old. This young republic was established in 1949. Once the island was part of the rule of the United Kingdom, and one can travel back to an era of damsels in distress, knights in shining armor, and castles where kings ruled. Why not start planning your trip today?

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