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That Galway Bay coastline in Co. Clare is where The Burren, the fantastical North Clare moonscape of limestone which is home to so much unexpectedly exotic flora, comes plunging spectacularly towards the sea around the attractive village of Ballyvaughan.
In addition to offering simple joys like warming turf fires and unparalleled views across the Burren landscape, this quietly luxurious country house has earned a reputation in recent years as one of Ireland’s top food destinations.
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Open fires in public areas create the welcoming atmosphere for which the Hylands Burren Hotel is famous - and now that it is owned by the Quinn family, who are local with many years in business in Ballyvaughan village, it has regained the personal touc ... more...
Mary Kelleher's neat farmhouse enjoys a lovely view of the Clare countryside and was originally a teacher's residence (the theme is seen throughout). It now makes an hospitable and inexpensive base for exploring this fascinating area, and regular visit ... more...
Well away from the bustle of Doolin and Lisdoonvarna, with wonderful views of the Atlantic and the West coast, Declan and Cecilia O'Callaghan's unusual property is easily identified from afar by the 15th century castle standing on it.
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John and Martina Sheedy run one of the west of Ireland's best-loved small hotels - it offers some of the best food in the area and quite luxurious accommodation, and yet it still has the warm ambience and friendly hands-on management which make a hotel ... more...
Set in pretty gardens on the edge of Lisdoonvarna town, this old hotel was re-opened by Aidan McGrath and Kate Sweeney in 2009. They renamed it The Wild Honey Inn, and the world wasted no time in beating a path to their door.
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Already well known for their wonderful free range pork (see below), in 2015 Eva and Stephen Hegarty embarked on a new enterprise, Burren Glamping, and they now offer cosy accommodation in an imaginatively converted vintage horse truck on this sm ... more...
The O’Donnell family has run Danny Minnie’s since 1962, and a visit is always a special treat. There’s nothing about the exterior as seen from the road to prepare first-time visitors for the atmosphere of this remarkable restaurant.
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In the centre of traditional Doolin village, this privately owned hotel is outstanding for its contemporary style - and a vibrant local food philosophy that has earned it a reputation beyond the county. The energetic and inspiring Donal Minihane, who h ... more...
We may not know what restrictions we’ll have to work around this Christmas, but there’s plenty we can do when choosing gifts that will make a real difference. We all need something to look forward to and psychologists say that one path to mental wellbeing is to switch off from reality sometimes and imagine ourselves enjoying some future activity. And this year we need to make the season of giving work for everyone, including our hotels, restaurants, pubs and food producers. So wh ...
After a long summer of family-first activities this is the perfect time for an adult-only break, so why not clear the diary for a couple of days after the schools go back and set off for a bit of indulgent rest and relaxation somewhere where you can rediscover your adult self
There’s no greater treat than waking up to a beautiful garden and, luckily, no shortage of places in Ireland offering gorgeous garden getaways. These are great destinations at any time but especially now, when we need reassurance, solace and space.
As travel restrictions ease this summer we’re all dying to get away for a break and need something to look forward to, but we also need to feel safe – so, while all hosts will take special care to ensure that guests feel comfortable with their arrangements this year, those destinations that can cater separately for families and other ‘bubble’ groups offer the opportunity of a particularly relaxing stay. Here are just a few especially appealing options to tempt you&hel ...
The Guide has always sought out pet-friendly places to stay. Our dog, Pippa, comes everywhere with us and she is probably the only dog to travel to every county in Ireland at least once every year. We can recommend many wonderful pet friendly destinations all over Ireland and it’s good to see that a growing number of establishments are seeing the light and welcoming their guests’ four-legged friends. There is great demand, especially for travellers from the UK and within Ireland ...
Twixmas, that quiet gap between Christmas and New Year, can be just the ticket for a refreshing post-Christmas recovery break and often offers great value too. This month’s choices focus mainly on that in between time, but most of the hotels selected are also open for Christmas and New Year, and some have interesting pre-Christmas packages on offer too.
You can’t beat an island for that away-from-it-all feeling - so why not take a late season break and head off to a special island destination for a few days? Or, thinking of next year’s holidays, some of these unique places are booked up many months ahead, so it’s time to get your name down now…
Many of Ireland’s most interesting gardens are open throughout the summer and, as there is no greater treat than waking up to a beautiful garden, those offering accommodation are particularly special – these lovely places may inspire you to take a few days away to see them for yourself
What better way to spend a few days away in some of Irelands most stunning landscapes than a short break at one of our famous fishing hotels? And, by a happy chance, they are all lovely places for non-fishing partners to visit too….
Staycations are the name of the game this year and the safest (and most enjoyable) place to be is out in the fresh air - so why not take a walking break and get up close and personal with our wonderful landscape? Serious walkers will find out everything that’s needed from Irish Trails but, even if you just enjoy a gentle stroll, these places are beautiful destinations for that relaxing break we’ve all been promising ourselves
Enjoy that magical moment when your spring break starts at GN Mulranny Park Hotel. Whether you are looking for a getaway with a loved one, family or friends our attentive staff at Mulranny Park Hotel are here to cater for your every need
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With its name emblazoned in blue and white stained glass above the entrance and flags hanging from poles, giving it a cosmopolitan look. Since 2004 this landmark hotel has been in the caring ownership of the proprietor, Ciaran Fitzgerald, who continues to do everything possible to build on and develop its reputation as a premier destination in this historic town.
Renowned for seafood and hands-on hospitality, the FitzGibbon family of Aherne’s Townhouse & Seafood Bar in East Cork are offering a great value 3-night getaway by the sea...
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With a rich historical and maritime legacy, East Cork has a truly unique variety of attractions to offer the visitor.
It is a haven for family holidays with a huge range of activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained for hours.
In this extensive county, the towns and villages have their own distinctive character. In West Cork, their spirit is preserved in the vigour of the landscape with the handsome coastline where the light of the famous Fastnet Rock swings across tumbling ocean and spray-tossed headland. The county is a repository of the good things of life, a treasure chest of the finest farm produce, and the very best of seafood, brought to market by skilled specialists.
The town of Killarney is where the Ring of Kerry begins and ends for many, among the lakes and mountains where they are re-establishing the enormous white-tailed sea eagle, has long been a magnet for visitors. Across the purple mountains from Killarney, the lovely little town of Kenmare in South Kerry is both a gourmet focus, and another excellent touring centre. As one of the prettiest places in Ireland, Kenmare puts the emphasis on civic pride.
That Galway Bay coastline in Co. Clare is where The Burren, the fantastical North Clare moonscape of limestone which is home to so much unexpectedly exotic flora, comes plunging spectacularly towards the sea around the attractive village of Ballyvaughan.
Connemara, the Land of the Sea, where earth, rock and ocean intermix in one of Ireland's most extraordinary landscapes, and is now as ever a place of angling renown - you're very quickly into the high ground and moorland which sweep up to the Twelve Bens and other splendid peaks, wonderful mountains which enthusiasts would claim as the most beautiful in all Ireland. Beyond, to the south, the Aran Islands are a place apart.
Rivers often divide one county from another, but Fermanagh is divided - or linked if you prefer - throughout its length by the handsome waters of the River Erne, both river and lake. Southeast of the historic county town of Enniskillen, Upper Lough Erne is a maze of small waterways meandering their way into Fermanagh from the Erne'e source in County Cavan.
Co Cavan shares the 667 m peak of Cuilcagh with neighbouring Fermanagh. No ordinary mountain, this - it has underground streams which eventually become the headwaters of the lordly River Shannon, Ireland's longest river that passes south through many counties before exiting at the mighty estuary in Limerick. A magnet for tourism now with boating, fishing, cycling and walking-a-plenty.
Between the sheltered bays at the foot of the Glens of Antrim, the sea cliffs of the headlands soar with remarkable rock formations which, on the North Coast, provide the setting for the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and the Giant's Causeway.
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