Ireland Holidays in 2013

Ireland is home to a number of beautiful regions that are protected in National Parks all of which are open to the public. Zoos are a popular Irish tourist attraction and the most popular is Dublin Zoo home to hundreds of rare and fascinating animals. Ireland has a number of aquariums full of exotic and local fish and marine life.

Dining out in Ireland is a wonderful experience. Ireland has a large number of excellent restaurants and the country has made a name for itself at the forefront of cooking. It is almost impossible to avoid listening to some traditional Irish music, most pubs have music on a regular basis, and the lively atmosphere is second to none.

There are plenty of hotels throughout Ireland that are well equipped for families with children with recreation areas and entertainment.

Whether you are looking for a luxury hotel to relax in or an affordable hotel to use as a base while you explore the beautiful Irish countryside there is a hotel to suit you.

The countryside surroundings of Ireland are some of the most spectacular in Europe with beautiful green pastures, rugged coastline and imposing mountains, the Emerald Isle is a beautiful country to explore and discover. Ireland has a rich culture, check out some of the traditional folk music at a local venue or visit Dublin, the home of Oscar Wilde and James Joyce to discover the cultural legacy of the city and its inhabitants.

Ireland has some excellent restaurants serving spectacular dishes whether local dishes of international classics. Traditional Irish music can be found all over the country and is an absolute must. A trip to Ireland is incomplete without a visit to a local pub to sample a pint of Guinness and the lively atmosphere.

If you are looking for a lovely hotel in which to send a romantic holiday then there are plenty on offer from those with spectacular views of rolling countryside to those that sit in the heart of Dublin, whatever you are after you will be sure to find the perfect hotel.

Walking tours are a fantastic way to explore and discover an Irish city, there a plenty of guided tours that can show tourists the key sights of cities as well as some of the secret spots. There are a number of beautiful botanical gardens scattered all over the country in the major cities; they are a calm haven away from the bustle and excitement of the city. Pub Tours are a fun way to take in some of the city’s sights, visit some local pubs and sample the local beers and hospitality.

The Guinness Storehouse, aka the Guinness Brewery, is one of Dublin’s top attractions, tours of the brewery run regularly as well as tasting sessions of Ireland’s favourite tipple. Dublin Zoo is another of the city’s top tourist attractions home to a number of endangered animals. Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery is a huge collection of Stone Age tombs found in County Sligo.

There are plenty of clubs in Irish cities playing everything from techno to disco into the morning. There are plenty of bars in Ireland’s cities whether you want to sip cocktails or enjoy cheap drinks deals. A trip to Ireland is incomplete without a visit to a local pub to sample a pint of Guinness. Traditional Irish music can be found all over the country and is an absolute must.