Ireland prides itself on its traditions from traditional Irish music and dance to the infamous pint of Guinness served slowly, from the Halloween Festival in Londonderry to the Belfast Festival at Queen’s and the Dublin Fringe Festival for aspiring thespians.

Spread in an arc around Dublin Bay, this cosmopolitan city of contrasts is  fiercely proud of its heritage and on the other progressively modern and determined to have fun.

Cork is full of historical buildings, beautiful scenery and fascinating wildlife. Visit St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, with its stunning architecture and nearby Blarney Castle, which houses the famous Blarney Stone.

County Sligo combines beautiful scenery with excellent beaches, first class golf courses and an attractive capital.

No holiday to County Kildare would be complete without a visit to the Japanese Gardens, housing an impressive array of oriental trees and shrubs as well as a miniature replica Japanese village.

County Kilkenny is home to Kilkenny Castle, which boasts extensive parklands.

County Donegal is full of nature reserves from bird watching at Tory Island to the exciting array of animals at the Buncrana Wildlife sanctuary.

County Galway is a lively university city, offering an abundance of sporting activities. Explore the lush greenery of Connemara National Park.

County Cork boasts Charles Fort Castle which was constructed in the late 17th Century is an example of a star-shaped fort and the Fota Wildlife Park which is filled with a variety of exotic wildlife.

County Tipperary, with lush meadows, rich river valleys and rolling hills,  is a tranquil holiday spot.

County Wexford is situated by the sea and the popular beaches of Rosslare, County Wexford offers pleasant weather and excellent golf courses.

County Waterford is home to the famous Waterford Crystal Factory.

County Mayo has tranquil lakes, cultural museums, an abundance of leisure activities.

County Wicklow Boasts a spectacular coastline, superb mountains and deep wooded valleys.

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