Most of us think we already know Ireland from the traditional images that are etched into our mind's eye. However, its visitors are always pleasantly surprised. Indeed, there is no one "Emerald Isle" as such, but rather two Irelands with distinct characteristics and unique destinies that live side by side and share a common land. One could even say that there are dozens of Irelands, each varying according to its region, weather and people. Come meet us in its capital, Dublin, or in the maritime region of Shannon.
Quite simply one of the most exciting cities in Europe, Dublin definitely enchants visitors with its literary heritage...
The lovely maritime Shannon region ranks among the most welcoming in Ireland. It features majestic coasts along the Atlantic...
Auteur: Frances Kavanagh
I loved this hotel/B&B. The owner and staff were very welcoming and helpful. The rooms were nicely decorated and very clean. The pub food was excellent, and the breakfast area and food was well presented and good selection. I have no doubt that going to this hotel would be a wonderful experience.
Auteur: Air Transat
About 15 km (9 mi) north of Limerick stands Bunratty Castle (built in 1425), an authentic medieval castle that stirs the imagination with its magnificent tapestries and furnishings. A stroll through Folk Park, laid out near the historic structure, will plunge visitors into 19th-century Ireland.
Located near Limerick, the Adare Heritage Centre offers a historical glimpse at the lifestyle of residents (from nobles to commoners) in the picturesque village of Adare and its neighbouring market towns, through models and audio-visual presentations. The centre also houses a tourist office.
The Ailwee Caves, in northern County Clare, are widely considered the most popular tourist attraction in the area. Every year, these caves draw hordes of neophyte and seasoned spelunkers, thanks mainly to their stalactites and stalagmites, petrified bear bones (for these animals long used the caves as lairs), peculiar formations and a roaring waterfall.