| Ireland is a place of mystical beauty, with its | | | | peninsulas that stick out into the Atlantic Ocean. |
| amazing scenery and wonderful rural tradition. The | | | | Each one consists of green, mountainous terrain. |
| west coast of Ireland has become a focus for | | | | The weather here can be brutal in the winter, |
| the Irish tourist industry, with visitors being | | | | helping to create this spectacular scenery. |
| attracted by the rugged coastlines, pretty towns | | | | Each of the small towns that sit on or near the |
| and typical Irish hospitality. | | | | coast have their own characteristics. It always |
| Though Ireland is a relatively small country, you'll | | | | seems that any pub, in any town, guarantees a |
| find that there is an enormous amount to see and | | | | warm welcome. |
| do here. When planning a visit to the west coast, | | | | It's impossible not to relax into the moment as |
| it's important that you allow plenty of time for | | | | you spend an evening in an Irish pub, filled with |
| your journey. | | | | the sound of traditional Irish music and chatter. |
| This part of Ireland is tranquil and the pace of life | | | | You'll soon find out all about the craic. |
| is noticeably slower than that encountered in | | | | There are a number of towns that are likely to |
| Dublin. The Irish don't like to rush things and you | | | | be included as part of any escorted holiday tour. |
| should follow suit - take your time to enjoy the | | | | The best include Kenmare, Killarney, Dingle, Bantry |
| beauty of this part of the country. | | | | and Ennis. |
| An escorted touring holiday is a great way to see | | | | Further north you'll find Galway, with its vibrant |
| the west coast. The coach tours tend to travel at | | | | music scene. The landscape, from the mountains |
| a relatively slow pace, allowing you to see the | | | | of Cork and Kerry, on to the Burren and |
| best of the Irish landscape, while also enjoying the | | | | Connemara, is something to behold. |
| evenings in some of the country's finest towns. | | | | There's something very special about the west |
| The west coast consists of a number of | | | | coast of Ireland. Something that we can all enjoy. |