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ATLANTIC OCEAN                                                     Scotland
                                                                                      Northern
                                                                          Donegal     Ireland



                                                                      Sligo                                      Isle of
                                                                                                                  Man
                                                                        Ballyfarnon

                                                          Westport
                                                                                                      IRISH SEA


                                                      Clifden           IRELAND
                                                               Galway                        •  Dublin
                                                                                      Dun Laoghaire
                                                         •  Cliffs of Moher
                                                               Ennis                            Wicklow
                                                                Shannon
                                                                  Limerick
                                                                                   Kilkenny

                                                     Tralee                                 Wexford
                                          Dingle Peninsula                   Waterford
                                                                                            Rosslare
                                                        Killarney
                                                          Blarney Castle  •
                                                                   Cork                                         Wales
                                                                       Cobh
                                                                                   CELTIC SEA
                                     INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
                                     ATTRACTION


            IRELAND


            Lose yourself in Ireland’s picture postcard harbour villages, remote wilderness and culture laden cities. Follow the
            rugged coastline, pass rolling hills, explore historic castles, spend the night in an ancient castle and meet friendly locals
            over pints of Guinness. Ireland will delight with its unique traditions and beauty. Here are a few of our top picks.


                 WILD ATLANTIC WAY                     BLARNEY CASTLE                  GUINNESS STOREHOUSE
                  DRAMATIC COASTLINE                     COUNTY CORK                            DUBLIN
            Explore the wilderness of the west coast   No trip to Ireland is complete without a visit   Situated in the heart of Dublin, the Guinness
            of Ireland on the Wild Atlantic Way. Admire   to the world famous Blarney Castle. Climb   Storehouse is one of the city’s most iconic
            the soaring cliffs, buzzing towns and hidden   the steps to kiss the Blarney Stone and gain   attractions. Take a tour and learn about the
            beaches along the way. Walk the numerous   the gift of eloquence. Take a tour of the 600   making of this world famous beer. Sample a
            nature trails on the Dingle Peninsula and   year old castle with its towers and dungeons   pint or two at the Gravity Bar while taking in
            pass Atlantic vistas on the Ring of Kerry.   and wander the extensive gardens.  the panoramic views.


                  TRINITY COLLEGE                     CLIFFS OF MOHER                        TEMPLE BAR
                        DUBLIN                           COUNTY CLARE                           DUBLIN
            Visit Dublin’s Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest   Admire the soaring cliffs and the staggering   Head to the Temple Bar in the heart of
            university with its beautiful architecture and   beauty from the top of the Cliffs of Moher,   Dublin to soak up the lively atmosphere.
            grounds. The college’s historical library   one of Ireland’s most visited natural   Sip on a pint of Guinness, as you enjoy the
            houses the famed illuminated manuscript,   attractions. Rising 214 metres above the   sounds of traditional Irish music at one of
            the Book of Kells. It’s here where you can   Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs are a haven for an   the many pubs. See buskers, street artists
            also visit the Long Room library.   array of wildlife such as puffins and whales.   and wander through the open markets.



             KILLARNEY NATIONAL PARK                        GALWAY                        ROCK OF CASHEL
                       KILLARNEY                        A BOHEMIAN CITY                        TIPPERARY
            Explore the stunning landscape that is   The city of Galway is one of Ireland’s most   The Rock of Cashel is a remarkable
            Killarney National Park. Marvel at the   charming cities and lies in the middle of the   archaeological site, steeped in over
            mountain range as it meets the lakes of   Wild Atlantic Way. Discover the city’s brightly   1,000 years of history. It sits atop a hill in
            Killarney below. Visit Muckross House and   painted pubs, street performers and lively art   the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East. The site
            Gardens, where Queen Victoria stayed in   scene. Shop for handcrafted Claddagh rings   also features a collection of Celtic art and
            1861 and drive the Ring of Kerry.   or Aran jumpers.                    medieval architecture.



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