| Discover the endless variety of quaint villages, | | | | or fitness center and restaurants; others are |
| spectacular scenery, varied activities and historic | | | | single homes in scenic locations, where you will be |
| sites you will enjoy on Ireland vacation | | | | able to experience Irish life and meet the local |
| packages. Choose from escorted tours, | | | | people. Renting a house provides a reasonably |
| independent self-drive vacations with overnight | | | | priced base from which to explore the area or |
| stays in charming B&Bs, romantic honeymoons | | | | rediscover your family’s roots. |
| and getaways in luxurious castles, and vacation | | | | Among the most popular Ireland vacation |
| rental homes in a variety of locations. | | | | packages for independent vacationers is a |
| The longer you visit Ireland, the more you will be | | | | self-drive vacation that includes overnight stays in |
| lured by the myriad destinations seeped in history, | | | | a combination of B&Bs, hotels and castles. The |
| stunning scenery and fun attractions available | | | | possibilities are virtually unlimited depending on how |
| with Ireland vacation packages. | | | | far you want to drive and the number of days |
| A favorite Irish vacation option, especially for | | | | you will be in Ireland. If you would like to see as |
| first-time vacationers or active nature enthusiasts, | | | | much as possible, consider flying into Shannon and |
| is an escorted tour. Ranging from a large motor | | | | departing from Dublin — doing this can |
| coach with an experienced driver/guide, to a | | | | eliminate backtracking across the country. There |
| private, luxury car including a chauffeur/guide, to | | | | are so many interesting places to see in Ireland, |
| bicycle or trekking tours through the awesome | | | | you may lose yourself in the country’s |
| countryside and coastlines, guided tours offer an | | | | magic. Try to plan your basic itinerary before |
| insight into Ireland that is often impossible to find | | | | leaving home to make sure you will have enough |
| on one’s own. | | | | time to reach all your key sites. |
| The choices for itineraries on escorted motor | | | | If you are looking for a unique and romantic place |
| coach tours are extensive, depending on your | | | | for your marriage ceremony, think about a |
| interests, budget and available time. You might | | | | fairytale destination wedding at an Irish castle. |
| like to include a tour to nearby Scotland and/or | | | | To augment this perfect setting, many castles |
| England. | | | | feature elaborate formal gardens, luxurious |
| The very popular Ireland Pub tours provide | | | | accommodations, gourmet cuisine and amenities |
| exceptional value, especially for a quick winter | | | | well beyond those offered in any other |
| escape. Many of these tours are designed for a | | | | destination. |
| taste of Ireland — the tours only take 4 or | | | | To honeymoon in Ireland, you can choose from |
| 5 days and include a few main attractions and | | | | romantic castles and cozy Bed and Breakfast |
| destinations — and of course, several | | | | inns; pampering spas to relax after your |
| stops at friendly, and often famous, Irish pubs. | | | | pre-wedding stress; quiet strolls along a beach or |
| Are you dreaming of a family vacation or reunion | | | | through spacious gardens and woodland paths; |
| — or even a romantic or solitary | | | | classic candlelit dinners and active nightlife in the |
| getaway? Why not rent a cottage in the rural | | | | cities. |
| countryside where everyone can have enough | | | | Vacationing in Ireland truly does provide |
| freedom to move around and explore, and can | | | | something for everyone: historic monuments and |
| share tranquil evenings in front of a soothing fire | | | | battlefields; rugged landscapes; entertaining |
| or relax outdoors. | | | | traditional music; outdoor adventures; solitary |
| Rental vacation homes are available in every | | | | villages untouched by time and vibrant cities; |
| choice of budgets and destinations — by | | | | romantic hideaways and the warm friendship |
| the beach, in small villages, in sports communities | | | | found only in a true Irish Pub. For the best value |
| and even on the grounds of luxury hotel resorts. | | | | vacations, now is an excellent time to discover |
| Some Irish vacation rentals feature seasonal | | | | the wonders of Ireland and plan your memorable |
| activities such as Kid’s Clubs and escorted | | | | Ireland vacation packages. |
| day trips and may be conveniently next to a spa | | | | |