Other Regions

Ireland is the land of Saints and Scholars. From the Wild Atlantic Way to the Wicklow Mountains, there are so many things to do and plenty to discover. There are some stunning venues in other parts of Ireland.

The Shannon Region, in the mid-west of Ireland , is a special place, where you can refresh your spirit away from the frenetic and crowded cities of the world. The Region covers counties Clare, Limerick, North Kerry, North Tipperary and South Offaly. In this compact area, less than 150 kilometres from end to end, you will discover stunning landscapes, Atlantic seascapes, great sporting activity, entertainment, top visitor attractions, fun, music, uncrowded beaches, clifftop and mountain walks and quiet country roads. Everywhere lie the artefacts of Ireland’s ancient history.

The ocean, rivers and lush green pastures provide the ingredients used to create the imaginative dishes presented in our pubs, hotels and ‘good food circle’ restaurants. All of this is wrapped up in the warmest of warm welcomes. Guest Accommodation is of the highest standards and ranges from luxury 5-star castle hotels to comfortable family-run hotels, Irish farmhouses, town and country homes and self-catering accommodation.

Northern Ireland

is a region of blue mountains and forest parks, purple lakes and windswept moors, white Atlantic sands and an inland sea. Dozens of small towns are hidden away among the green places of the countryside, whilst fishing villages string out along the shores. The towers and steeples of parish churches mark the high ground beyond trimmed hedgerows. The country’s turbulent past, which still resonates today, has also helped shape this majestic landscape.

Northern Ireland is small and one is never more than half an hour from the sea. The weather can be fickle, but the rain keeps the land a magical emerald green. When the wind blows the clouds away to sea, the sky is blue, like the mountains. The air is clean and so sweet that you will want to open the car windows to let the breezes in. The only traffic jams are flocks of sheep or cattle changing fields.

Kilkenny

Built on the river Nore, Kilkenny is Ireland’s smallest city and the capital of county Kilkenny. Located in the south east of the country, Kilkenny is famous for its beer, marble and a strong tradition of Hurling (the Gaelic sport). Kilkenny is a medieval city, with two cathedrals, numerous churches, a round tower, the famous castle, a park and many other sights of interest dating from the Middle Ages.

During the summer Kilkenny plays host to a number of festivals, including the world-famous Kilkenny Arts Festival in August and the Murphys Cat Laughs Comedy Festival earlier in the summer. Kilkenny has numerous excellent hotels and restaurants and is famous (even in Ireland!) for its number of pubs.

Donegal

Located at the mouth of Donegal Bay in the North-West of Ireland and surrounded by spectacular Blue Stack mountains, this area offers a rugged beauty and mystique that you are unlikely to find anywhere else in the world. From Slieve League (the highest sea-cliffs in Europe) to the miles of golden sandy beaches, this region provides wonderful outdoor activities ranging from high-octane water sports to unforgettable country strolls.

Donegal town is regarded as a town of great historical interest as the family seat of the O’Donnells, chieftains of Tirconaill. In 1474, they were responsible for bringing the Franciscan monks to Donegal when the Franciscan Abbey was built. Some 178 years later, Brother Michael O’Cleary, together with three laymen wrote one of the seminal texts of Irish history, The Annals of the Four Masters, which has been described as “the most remarkable collection of National tradition in all Christendom”.

The town dates back to Viking times when a fortress was built at the mouth of the river Eske. It is thought that this gave the town, and ultimately the county, its name, Dún na nGall, meaning “Fort of the Foreigners”. It could also be the earliest account of the Irish reputation for its hospitality.

Kerry

Kerry – it’s where ancient history and future worlds collide. Kerry comes from the Irish word Ciarraí, meaning ‘Ciars People’, an early Celtic tribe who settled in the area. County Kerry, aptly known as ‘The Kingdom’, is situated in the extreme south-west of Ireland. Kerry is in every conceivable way, the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ of Ireland’s scenic locations.

Kerry has the highest concentration of 4 and 5 * properties in all Ireland, boasting a mix of modern and historical luxury hotels and is home to Ireland’s second-largest Convention Centre with capacity for 2,500 delegates and 500 bedrooms on site.

It’s rugged Atlantic coast sandy bays alternate with cliffs and rocky headlands. Miles of golden beaches are warmed by the currents of the Gulf Stream. This contrasts in a unique way with the majestic mountains, woodlands and mystical lakes of the in-lands near Killarney.

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