The Luck o? The Irish Might be More Then a Phrase
The Luck o? The Irish Might be More Then a Phrase
As I was finishing up the remaining Corned Beef Hash and green beer left over from another St. Paddy’s Day, I started thinking about other oddities that people do to celebrate the Patron Saint of Ireland’s day. The Chicago River is dyed green on this day; which leads me to conclude that if they can paint it green for one day, why not paint it blue for 364 of the other days?
But with all that goes on during the celebration on March 17; I thought it would be nice to pay homage to the place where it all started, Ireland.
Limerick is the third largest city in the Republic of Ireland. Located on the River Shannon, and in 2006, 90,778 folks called Limerick City and the immediate urban area home. The history of this city is full and dates back all the way to 812. The city was redesigned by the Normans in the 12th century and most of the notable architecture was present – King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral are two structures that represent this style.
Only 15 minutes from Shannon Airport, Limerick City is one of the country’s most tourist destinations. Tourism, currently, is growing at a spectacular rate with over 1,000 new beds being opened in the city in 2006 – thanks to the opening of five new hotels. Along with visiting King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral, attractions include the Hunt Museum, walking tours of the city and along River Shannon, Georgian house and gardens and the Treaty Stone.
In southwestern Ireland there is the town of Killarney. Located north of the MacGillicddy Reeks on the northeastern shore of the Lough Lein/Leane, Killarney was awarded the “Best Kept Town” award for 2007 in a cross border competition organized by the Department of Environment and the Northern Ireland Amenity Council. Killarney is another popular tourist destination and, with the exception of Dublin, has the most hotel beds than in any other Irish town or city. Increasingly diverse groups of tourist come to Killarney, as they hail from the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and other European countries.
One final spot is Blarney Castle. A medieval stronghold in Blarney, the castle dates from before 1200AD. Destroyed in 1446, it was subsequently rebuilt by the King of Munster, Cormac MacCarthy. At the top of the castle lies the Stone of Eloquence, better known as the Blarney Stone. Looking for the gift of eloquence, this is the spot where tourist line up to hang upside-down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone. Surrounding this castle are beautiful and extensive gardens. Paths throughout the grounds point out natural rock formations that have been given fanciful names such as Druid’s Circle and the Wishing Steps. Blarney House, also open to the public is a Scottish baronial-style mansion that was built in 1874.
I did some research on prices to visit these places and I came up with a great offer that includes airfare and a 6 night stay; not to mention a car! A wonderful opportunity to explore what the true meaning of Irish beauty – now if I can only get myself to finish those green eggs and ham!
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Irish Pub Crawl Road Trip Limerick to Galway & Dublin
Irish Pub Crawl Road Trip Limerick to Galway & Dublin
An Irish Pub crawl road trip is perfect for Ireland group travel and your next vacation delivering you into the heart of Irish pub culture and the most beautiful scenery Ireland has to offer. For Ireland Pub tours you could fly from Shannon to Dublin but then you would miss all the fun, music, scenery, and pub crawls along the way while making new friends. Experience the ultimate Ireland road trip journey from Limerick via Galway and Connemara to Dublin.
Irish Pub Tour Day by Day Ireland Road Trip Journey from Limerick via Galway and Connemara to Dublin
Ireland is truly a warm and welcoming country, or as the Gaelic phrase “Cead Mile Failte” expresses so eloquently, “a hundred thousand welcomes”. Participating in an Ireland pub Tour provides you with advantages over individuals traveling on their own. Besides being chauffeured from one place to the next your guide will provide interesting historical insight into Irish culture and you will be delighted by the diversity of the carefully planned activities.
The best Irish pub tours feature Irish heritage, culture, fun, entertainment and breathtaking natural scenery ensuring everyone gets the most from a visit on an Ireland vacation. Whether you are a keen photographer, music lover, fellow Irishman or just like a pint or two of Guinness stout, this road trip has something for everyone!
The Irish pub tour road trip includes Dolan’s Pub in Limerick, famous for its live acoustic sessions, where local musicians jam nightly playing traditional Irish music, the Western Bar in Galway, an authentic Irish pub with traditional entertainment favored by the locals, take in Ireland’s best musical stage show, Celtic Crossroads. Irish Pub Tour Group members can try the finest Irish Whiskey at the Lockes Distillery and finish with the famous Jameson Dublin Literary Pub Crawl. Plus enjoy the natural scenic beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, contrasting starkness of the Burren, Galway, Roundstone, a village in Connemara boasting one of the most beautiful locations in Ireland, tour Kylemore Abbey, and spend a couple of days in Dublin.
Fly to Shannon overnight in Limerick Get Ready for Ireland’s Scenic Beauty
On day one of your journey, a chauffeur and professional Ireland tour group guide meets you at the Shannon Airport. You travel north to one of Ireland’s most stunning sights, the Cliffs of Moher, where some days you can see clear to the Aran Islands. Time to relax at the hotel in Limerick before stepping out on the town.
Celebrate your first night in Ireland by visiting Dolan’s Pub, one of Limerick’s best known hostelries, established in 1878, Dolan’s Pub has earned the reputation for hosting wonderful acoustic sessions where local musicians are invited to join in nightly. Overnight in a Limerick hotel like the Adare Manor or Hilton.
Journey from Limerick to Galway, the heart of Gaelic Culture
On day two travel north to Galway, your touring base for the next three nights. On the way, discover the stark beauty of the Burren, one of the largest Karst landscapes in Europe, formed by the erosion of layers of soluble bedrock over millions of years resulting in an undulating series of hills, terraces, caves and cliffs, all in constantly changing hues of grey. There are more than 90 megalithic tombs in the area, a Celtic high cross and a number of ancient ring forts which some say were part of ancient Ireland’s mating rituals.
This afternoon arrive in Galway and tonight Ireland group travel members are chauffeured to the Western Bar to enjoy authentic Irish Music. Even the most well travelled member of the Irish Pub Tour will not have experienced the fun and spontaneity of the locals suddenly bursting into song, uniting together in their renditions of popular Irish songs. The Irish are notorious for their love of singing in pubs so do not be surprised if you suddenly find yourself in the middle of a performance of “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling”. Overnight in a Galway hotel like the fabulous 5 star Glenlo Abbey Hotel
Experience a Day of History, Bodhran Craftsmanship, and Celtic Crossroads musical stage show
Day three it’s on to the picturesque Kylemore Abbey, oldest Irish Benedictine Abbey, and convent of the Benedictine Nuns of Ypres. Work up an appetite as you stroll the shores of Lake Kylemore, see the beautifully restored Gothic Church, take in the exhibition at the visitor’s center or look around the craft shop and pottery studio where you can watch Kylemore Abbey Pottery being made and then treat yourself to some delicious home cooked food.
Drive on to the village of Roundstone, one of the oldest resorts in Connemara and most beautiful settings and picturesque village overlooking the Atlantic. Home of Malachy Kearns or Malachy Bodhran as folk musicians call him, a master craftsman of the Bodhran, the round skin drum played with both ends of a beater and heartbeat of Irish folk music. Tonight back in Galway attend the Celtic Crossroads Show, Ireland’s highly acclaimed music and stage show, from the roots of Irish traditional music through to its modern day counterparts such as Jazz, Classical, Bluegrass and Gypsy. After the show rest up at the hotel in Galway.
Today travel through the Scenic Middle Counties visit Lockes Distillery before reaching Dublin
On the fourth day of your Ireland group travel vacation you head east through the central counties of Ireland towards Dublin. On the way, visit Lockes Distillery, licensed in 1757, the oldest pot still distillery in the world, and produced triple distilled whiskey for 200 years. Closed in 1957 and then restored into a Museum by the local people. See the original 19th century water wheel and the steam engine and fascinating process of whiskey making from grinding the grain to casking the final product then try a complimentary sample of Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey! Arrive in Dublin in time to relax at your hotel and a free night to explore the whole host of pubs Ireland’s Capital has to offer.
Experience Dublin City Tour & highly entertaining Jameson Dublin Literary Pub Crawl
Its day five already and today Ireland pub tour group members will enjoy everything this city has to offer on the Dublin City Tour: Your guide will take you to the most impressive cultural hotspots including Trinity College — one of the great Universities of the world, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, with its 140 foot spire, Dublin Castle — dating back to 1208 and now a major Irish Government complex, O’Connell Street — part of a grand thoroughfare that runs through the centre of Dublin, and Georgian Squares — see shining examples of the last remaining Georgian architecture.
This afternoon relax a bit before joining one of the most entertaining pub crawls anywhere. Join in the Jameson Dublin Literary Pub Crawl and wind your way through the streets of Dublin absorbing the atmosphere, taking in the sights and sound, while a team of rambling players and minstrels accompany you with renditions of verse and prose, drama and song from the Dublin literary greats, including Joyce, Beckett, and Oscar Wilde. You’ll find out how the pub culture began and why it was so important to writers. This is definitely an evening not to be missed. Overnight at Trinity Capital Hotel or similar in central Dublin.
Time to Say Goodbye to Ireland, the Emerald Isle
On day six your chauffeur escorts you to Dublin Airport and as you say your farewells to the Emerald Isle, you may feel a little sad but your heart will be overflowing with love for this beautiful country, her welcoming people and the memories you will now treasure forever. The real beauty of Ireland is her people and sharing this with your Irish Pub tour group is something you will all have in common when you chat or think back about visit to Ireland and the absolutely brilliant time you had on this Irish Pub Crawl tour.
Taylor Hill, author and world traveler discovered the perfect Irish pub tour. Experience Ireland’s beautiful scenery and sample a pint or two on one of these Irish Pub Tours. Contact Travel Solutions Ireland www.travelsolutionsireland.com for more details about Ireland group travel vacations and Ireland Pub tours.
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Question by shnazzy: How much gas/petrol to road trip Ireland?
I am completely clueless when it comes to this …. luckily, it will be my friend driving, but I’m the one making up our budget.
We’re planning a 2 and a half week road trip through Ireland.
Starting at the Shannon airport, working our way over to Dublin, and back. Stretched out of course to take it all in.
Our plan is to just drive casually — stop in small towns for a few days, stop at B&B’s, etc.. Meaning — we won’t ALWAYS be driving. The driving will just be to get us from Point A to Point B.
How much do you think I should budget for gas money. I know gas prices are expensive in Ireland – but I just need an estimate so we can work it into our budget.
Thanks 
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Answer by Kisses it Better ♥
I have no way of knowing how many miles you will actually cover or what care you will be hiring?
Petrol (gas) is around €1.32 a litre which works out at $ 1.70 a litre. Bear in mind 1 gallon is nearly 4 litres so this is over $ 6.50 per gallon. Unless you are staying in the middle of a town you will find yourself using your car at night simply to get to a decent pub/restaurant. Public transport outside of Dublin and the major towns is pretty non existant.
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A young Driver?s guide to the Great Irish Road Trip
A young Driver?s guide to the Great Irish Road Trip
If your are looking for a great holiday full of fun, that won’t cost a fortune then get some mates together and head off on a road trip. Now there are many famous road trips across the world, such as route 66 in America and the great coast road in Australia, but if you want to avoid paying for costly air fares, there are lots of great trips you can make throughout Ireland. A little bit of research and a couple of maps should find you planning an exciting adventure, taking in the sights and sounds that the country has to offer. But before you go, there are a few essentials you are going to need to consider before hitting the road. The first is the car; if you have one you need to make sure that it is ready for to be taken on the trip. Check things like your oil levels and your tyre pressure, and if possible have a service before you go to make sure the car is in tip top condition. If you don’t have a car don’t despair you could always hire one to travel around in. This will add an additional expense onto your trip but should ensure that you have a good car to travel around in. The second thing to consider is car insurance. If you want to share the driving between you and your mates you need to make sure that you are all insured. Some car insurance policies will let you drive other cars if you have your own fully comprehensive policy. But be careful, as not all policies will let you do this and if they do you will probably find that you will only be covered at the third party level and there may be some restrictions about when it applies. It could be that it works out cheaper for a friend to become a named driver on your policy but again you need to be careful that it is still you that is doing the majority of the driving and you should check the terms and conditions in connection. The best thing to do is to talk to your car insurance provider, who should be able to advise you on the best way to meet your motor insurance needs. The third thing is make sure that you travel prepared for any eventuality. Buy breakdown cover before you go as if you need to purchase on the road you could end up paying more. Check to make sure that your boot contains all the things you need for an emergency, like a first aid kit and a high visibility vest. The final thing to do then is to plan your route, fill up with petrol and set off on your own little adventure.
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Road trip to The Burren, County Clare, Ireland, filmed using Sony XR105 video camera, watching may cause feelings of nausea and travel sickness!
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