Destination Of The Week: Ireland
18.03.2013
Aside from our ongoing commitment to profiling travellers and industry professionals, we're now showcasing spectacular destinations through a regular Destination of the Week feature. This week we take a look at Ireland, a popular choice for travellers of all ages and interests.
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Boasting breathtaking scenery, historic national monuments, strong Celtic traditions, a rich musical heritage, and increasing modern development, it is no wonder this island country is the destination of choice for many travellers.
Home to no less than three World Heritage Sites, Ireland's many historically important sites are big visitor drawcards, including Blarney Castle, Glendalough, and Holy Cross Abbey. Ireland's natural beauty is also on display in Connemara, the Cliffs of Moher, and the vast Wicklow Mountains.
While the nation's traditionally simple dishes and heavy, potato-based diet may not appeal to visitors, the ever-popular folk at the Guinness Brewery consistently draw a crowd. A new cuisine is emerging in Ireland, however, now featuring a wider variety of vegetables and seafood thanks to international influences. If you haven't tried it, now is the time to discover more about Ireland.
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Posted by KellieBarnes 16:23 Tagged travel inspiration dotw
The top image is of Keem Bay in Achill Island, on the west coast of County Mayo - I camped there for a couple of nights and it was such a beautiful and relaxing place. Well worth visiting!
21.03.2013 by Keith Ruffles