If you’d like a romantic break with your special someone for Valentines but haven’t decided what to do, read on – there are still some lovely treats there for the taking.
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As usual, we travelled to every county in Ireland in 2011, meeting many wonderful people, eating lots of great Irish produce and (for the most part) being totally blown away once again by the country’s beauty and the hospitality and high standards we encountered. These are ten of the places where we had the very best experiences during the year, places we just can’t wait to return to – and we’re happy to share the lowdown so you can enjoy them too. And, being among the country’s cosiest and comfiest, they’re all just perfect for early season breaks.
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It’s mainly the closures that have been hitting the news in recent times, but a surprising thing about the recession is the number of openings there have been – and their high calibre, which bodes well for the future of Irish hospitality.
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For a well-earned relaxing short break before the seasonal madness really kicks in - and Christmas shopping without the pain - top up your credit card and head for one of these great destinations.
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The Guide has always sought out pet-friendly places to stay and we recommend many wonderful destinations all over Ireland. This is a growing market, especially for travellers from the UK and within Ireland, and we are delighted that a growing number of establishments are seeing the light and welcoming their guests’ four-legged friends.
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