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IrelandINTRODUCTION Fancy yourself a pint of Guinness or a little whiskey at the close of the day coupled with some witty banter from the locals about current events? Then Ireland is the place for your next trip abroad. From the hustle and bustle of brilliant Dublin to the quiet pubs of Killarney, Ireland will fascinate and intrigue you to no end. Most visitors tend to find the charm of the Western coast to be their ideal vision of Irish culture but don't let that deter you from exploring the Eastern coast. Dublin is alive and rich with Gaelic heritage. Several museums dealing in Irish literary figures and artists will give you a solid perspective of this culture's originality. The Guinness brewery is one of the main attractions of the city, boasting a thoroughly enlightening tour of how this unique beverage is made. When the city has exhausted you, head into some of the lesser known towns and you'll find that the Emerald Isle's moniker is no lie. Towns like Sligo, Westport and the ring of Kerry will not let you down. If you branch out and go deeper into the heart of Ireland, you'll find greener than green pastures in a serene countryside unmatched by any other you have come across. Endless opportunities for edifying travel await you in this beautiful country. Major cities include: HISTORY KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Climate: Ireland's climate is really dependant on when you go usually you will find mild winters and cool summers. Capital: Dublin Languages: Irish and English Time Zone: DST +0100 UTC Currency: Euro Power: 230 V, 50 Hz ATTRACTIONS Kilkenny Castle One of Ireland's most magnificent fortresses. Three of the castle's towers are from the original 1192 stone building and the antique collection that is held within, while not all original is still impressive. Cliffs of Moher The Cliffs of Moher (Aillte an Mothair, or Ailltreacha Mothair) rise to a height of 203m. From the cliff edge you can only just hear the booming far below as the waves crash on the pebbles below. Giant's Causeway 38,000 of these columns are to be found above and below the water, they are amazingly uniform and you will wonder how they came to be. An incredible and mysterious sight. The legend goes, as yes in Ireland there is always a legend. The giant Finn McCool fell for a beautiful female giant on the Scottish island of Staffa and built these columns as stepping stones to the island where similar rock formations are found. Leap Castle Leap Castle is reputedly one of the most haunted castles in Europe — spooky. This castle was the scene of many dreadful deeds and is famous for its eerie apparitions. Its most renowned inhabitant is the 'smelly ghost', a spirit that apparently leaves a smell behind after sightings. Mt. Brandon Mt. Brandon is Ireland's second-highest mountain and makes for a wonderful climb. It's made up of a beautiful series of high summits that lie along the edge of a spectacular series of east-facing cliffs and steep ridges above a rocky lake-filled valley Charleville Lodge Heavy chandeliers, deep wingback armchairs and a roaring fire set the scene in the quiet residents' lounge, where you can chat with guests and the owners, whose classy, antiquarian tastes are in evidence throughout the house and always a topic of conversation. RESTAURANTS LODGING C G Hotel - This 4 Star hotel is close to Dublin airport and only a short bus ride into the city center. There is an on site bar and restaurant. Days Hotel Galway - A lovley 3 Star hotel located in Galway and offers its own leisure club, restaurant and bar. Lancaster Lodge This beautiful fully renovated 4 Star Hotel is located in the heart of cork on the banks of the river. The Hotel is a short walk to dining and entertainment and gives easy access to Ireland's attractions. PERSONAL STORIES 
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