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This attractive riverside hotel is well-located close to Belfast International Airport and only about 15 minutes from the city centre. It was formerly a mill and succeeds well in combining the character of the old buildings with the comfort and efficie ...
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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 ...
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This fine boutique guesthouse in the centre of Kinsale is just a few steps away from the Blue Haven Hotel, which is in common ownership.
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One of Ireland’s most unspoilt old houses, this is a unique place - a Georgian mansion situated in 1,000 acres of farm and woodland, overlooking the original lakeside castle which was built by the Knights Templar in 1200 A.D. The Percevals have l ...
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Set in wooded landscape with magnificent views over its own golf course and the Suir estuary, this lovely 18th century house has a splendid Waterford Crystal chandelier to set the tone in the foyer, and public areas are elegant throughout.
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Lynn Hill’s charming and unusual house on the Ballynahinch River near Roundstone was built as a sporting lodge in the eighteenth century but you don’t have to be a fisherperson to warm to the special charms of The Anglers Return: Lynn&rsquo ...
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Owen and Mary Patricia O’Sullivan's well-named farm guesthouse is beautifully situated overlooking the Beara peninsula, with field walks through farmland down to the shore - and, despite its peace and privacy, it’s also exceptionally conven ...
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Just five minutes’ walk west of Dingle Town, this luxurious purpose-built guesthouse is run by Brian and Helen Heaton - who have both worked in some of Ireland’s finest hotels, and for whom nothing is too much trouble to ensure that their g ...
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This wonderful place on the most tranquil and least visited of the Aran Islands group was our Newcomer of the Year in 2008, and it has since earned an international reputation as one of Ireland's most desirable destinations.
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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 ...
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Staycation Wishlist Vouchers - 10 Of The BestWe 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 ... -
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GROWN UP GETAWAYS - TEN OF THE BESTAfter 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 -
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Gorgeous Garden Getaways - 10 of the BestThere’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. -
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Bubble Breaks for Groups - 10 of the BestAs 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 ... -
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PET FRIENDLY PLACES TO STAY - TEN OF THE BESTThe 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 ... -
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FESTIVE BREAKS - TEN OF THE BESTTwixmas, 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. -
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ISLAND ESCAPES - TEN OF THE BESTYou 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… -
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GREAT GARDEN STAYS - TEN OF THE BESTMany 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 -
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FISHING BREAKS - TEN OF THE BESTWhat 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…. -
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FOR WALKING BREAKS - 10 OF THE BESTStaycations 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
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STAYCATION OFFERS AT MARLFIELD HOUSEBook your Staycation in the sunny south east now and don't be disappointed. Explore miles of white sandy beaches, numerous hill and coastal walking trails, cycling trails, and the Wexford garden and heritage trail... -
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Book EARLY for your Summer Staycation at Ardtara Country HouseIf a break in Northern Ireland is on your wish list, look no further than the elegant Ardtara Country House near Maghera... -
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A Romantic Saturday NightGet away from it all on a Saturday night with a short romantic break at Rathsallagh House... -
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Ardtara Country House, Co Derry - A Gourmet GetawayThat winter escape you've been yearning for or an extraordinary gift for someone special... -
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Forget Winter Think Spring at GN Mulranny Park Hotel, Co MayoEnjoy 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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CLANARD COURT HOTEL, ATHY, CO KILDARE - SPECIAL OFFERSSpecial Offers from Clanard Court Hotel -
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InterContinental Ballsbridge Dublin Exclusive Dine and Stay 5 Star OfferCalling all Dubliners enjoy our Exclusive Loyalty Offer at the 5 Star InterContinental Ballsbridge (formerly Four Seasons Hotel) Dublin’s only True 5 Star Urban Resort -
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Explore a little more of Limerick this Autumn at the 4* Limerick Strand Hotel.Explore a Little More this Autumn and receive 50% off your 2nd night stay! -
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Blue Haven - Golf, Dine & Stay…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. -
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Special Offer from BrookLodge & Macreddin VillageTucked away in a valley high up in the Wicklow Hills, BrookLodge & Macreddin Village is a wonderful destination...
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Wild Atlantic WayExplore the wonderful West coast of Ireland by taking a tour around some or all of the Wild Atlantic Way -
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East CorkWith 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. -
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West CorkIn 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. -
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Ring of KerryThe 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. -
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The BurrenThat 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. -
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ConnemaraConnemara, 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. -
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Erne WaterwayRivers 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. -
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Shannon WaterwayCo 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. -
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Causeway CoastBetween 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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