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Dublin
Dublin is both a place and a state of mind. This is Ireland’s vibrant capital, a bayside beauty as famous for its heritage as
its thriving nightlife. It’s a city where the Book of Kells, Trinity College and medieval city walls are a stone’s throw from the
home of Guinness. It’s a hotbed of hip cafés, of sizzling restaurants, a place where you’ll feel as comfortable sipping cutting-
edge cocktails as cosying up in a centuries-old snug. It’s a UNESCO City of Literature whose stories range from the pages of
Ulysses to the songs of U2. Regularly voted one of the world’s friendliest cities, crammed with quality accommodation and
expert guides, it never fails to provide a warm welcome.Whether kayaking the river, kicking back at a festival, taking a Viking
Splash tour or venturing into the undercroft of Dublin Castle, we guarantee a Facebook feed full of extraordinary days and
happening nights.
Ireland’s Ancient East
Ireland’s Ancient East is a unique touring region taking in an amazing 5,000 years of history. From passage tombs like
Newgrange (older than the Egyptian pyramids) to Palladian Mansions like Powerscount and Castletown; from monastic
sites to medieval castles and high crosses harking back to Early Christian Ireland, nowhere in Europe offers such a wealth
of heritage in such an intimate geographical space. For youth and adventure travellers, this is the perfect opportunity to get
hands-on with Irish history, to mix the pubs and festivals of Dublin and the raw adrenaline of theWild AtlanticWay with
a journey of discovery where fun, learning and meeting the locals blend seamlessly into one. How did our early Christian
settlers live?Who were the invaders and early settlers to Ireland? How did the great rulers build and decorate their medieval
castles?Who were the great British gentry who secured Irish lands, built our great houses and managed these great estates?
What’s it like to play the ancient sport of hurling? How does it feel to board a famine ship?With some of the best storytellers
in the world, you will find the answers to these… and so much more.
TheWild AtlanticWay
TheWild AtlanticWay is a stunning coastal touring route, stretching 2,500km from Donegal’s Malin Head to Kinsale, Co Cork.
It’s strewn with soaring cliffs, hidden beaches, famous landscapes and film locations, as well as activities ranging from surfing
to stand-up paddling, hiking to biking and rock-climbing to coasteering. Adventure operators here pride themselves on being
the best in the business, and a network of hostels, hotels, B&Bs, holiday cottages and guesthouses ensures visitors get the
most out of the coast. But it’s not all about adrenaline and natural wonders – get ready for traditional music, Irish language
and fantastic food adventures too. From Galway City to seaside towns like Strandhill, Lahinch, Kenmare and Skibbereen, the
Wild AtlanticWay is home to some of Ireland’s best festivals and most unforgettable nights out.Whether you do the full
thing, or dip in and out, prepare for an injection of Ireland you’ll cherish forever.
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