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Open since September 2007, this striking 4 star hotel in Dundalk is conveniently located close to the M1 motorway, halfway between Dublin and Belfast, and - although there is plenty in the area to attract leisure visitors - it has particular appeal for ...
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Kenneth Sharp's boutique hotel is in a choice corner location overlooking Belfast Lough and Bangor Marina. Although dating back tof Victorian times, it offers contemporary style - together with the hands-on hospitality that is not easy to find in larg ...
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The world was their oyster when leading chef Jordan Bailey (from Cornwall and formerly head chef at top Scandinavian restaurant Maaemo, in Norway) and his Danish wife, Majken, decided to open their own restaurant. Unsurprisingly perhaps, offers came in ...
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Robert and Rachel Thompson took on this neglected early Victorian house on the edge of Ballymena in 2003 and then painstakingly restored it to make an unusual and very comfortable haven for guests and, although close to the main road, the result is tru ...
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Hospitality comes first at this working farm overlooking Dunmanus Bay, where Agnes Hegarty’s guests - including walkers, who revel in the 55 mile “Sheep’s Head Way” - are welcomed with a cup of tea and home-baked scones on arriv ...
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Adela Nugent's welcoming and relaxed B&B is one of the pleasantest places to stay in this beautiful area; located close to Keelbeg pier, it is on an elevated site overlooking Glandore harbour and with views of the surrounding countryside.
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RED BANK RESTAURANT CLOSED - re-branding as POTAGER & re-opening late spring 2019 under new ownership - RED BANK HOUSE (accommodation) unchanged
Golfing breaks are a speciality at Euro-Toques chef Terry McCoy's renowned rest ...
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Famed for its spectacular views of the Gap of Dunloe, this luxurious five star hotel is a sister property to the nearby Europe Hotel & Resort, Fossa and Ard na Sidhe Country House, Caragh Lake (see entries).
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This fine owner-managed country hotel just south of Carrickmacross is set in a parkland estate, with its own 18-hole golf course, and serves the leisure and business requirements of a wide area very well.
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Ray Byrne and Jane English’s lovely lakeside lodge styles itself ‘Ireland’s first wine hotel’ and, although it is not an hotel but a four star guesthouse, the accommodation - which now offers thirty beautiful rooms, a hot tub an ...
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Garden Stays & Outdoor Dining - 10 of the BestThe soothing surrounds of a beautiful garden are just what’s needed for a break right now – and better still if al fresco dining is offered in this lovely setting. Here are just a few early summer garden stays with outdoor dining (and many also with self catering options, or own-door suites) to tempt you… -
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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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Seaview House Hotel & Spa Bantry Co Cork3,4,5,7 night breaks, wellness breaks, golf getaways -
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The Merrion - 5 Star Steal from €450The relaxed atmosphere and contemporary food in The Garden Room Restaurant are highlights of a memorable overnight stay in Dublin. -
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Treat yourself to a Gourmet Break in KinsaleTreat yourself to a Gourmet Break in Kinsale -
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Wineport Lodge Summer StaycationsIt’s time to plan your Summer Staycation in the heart of Ireland, the perfect place for a home holiday, ideally placed in the Midlands -
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Newforge House - GARDEN, ORCHARD, FARM TO FORK BREAKSpend a fabulous foodie 2-night break dining on delicious homegrown and locally sourced seasonal food, and sampling local craft cider, beer and gin. -
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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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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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Georgina Campbell's Ireland - The Best of the Best
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IRELAND FOR FOOD LOVERS
Everything the food lover in Ireland needs to know... Food tourism in Ireland enters an exciting new phase with this new book, the first to offer a complete user guide t ... -
From Tide to Table by Georgina Campbell
NEW paperback edition of From Tide to Table - Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Buying, Preparing & Cooking Fish and Seafood by Georgina Campbell -
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Georgina Campbell's Ireland Guide (12th Edition)
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A Taste of the Waterways Guide
If you've never spent a few days lazing around our wonderful waterways you just don't know what you're missing. It's a magical world of pottering along, enjoying the wildl ... -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland for Garden Lovers
This magical book combines a guide to the top gardens in Ireland with one to the most delightful places for garden lovers to stay and eat while visiting them - also with g ... -
IRELAND FOR FOOD LOVERS
Everything the food lover in Ireland needs to know... Food tourism in Ireland entered an exciting new phase with this book, the first to offer a complete user guide to f ... -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland for Romantic Weddings & Honeymoons
Ireland Wedding & Honeymoon Guide - This is a highly selective guidebook to the very best of Irish wedding venues and romantic honeymoon locations, north and south. 2 ... -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland for Gourmet Golfers
Ireland Golf Guide - Discover Ireland's finest golf courses and the very best places to eat and stay in while playing them. Co-authored by leading Irish golf writer Dermot ... -
The Best of Irish Breads & Baking
'The Best of Irish Breads and Baking' Traditional, Contemporary and Festive, seasoned with colour photographs, is a must for anyone who has not forgotten the irresistible ...
